2000 Volvo V70 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2000 Volvo V70 belongs to a Volvo V70 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 5 model years, from 1998 to 2002. Engine options on record include the 2.3L, 2.4L, 2.3L I5. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic 4-spd. The 2000 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1998) and later (2002) V70 model years also documented.
It takes 5W-30 full synthetic oil, 4.5 qt with a new filter meeting VCC RBS0-2AE. Fluid specs on file include OAT Coolant coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 10,000 miles.
There are 6 safety recalls on record; one covers: ON CERTAIN STATION WAGONS, THE TAILGATE LOCKING MECHANISM MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED WHICH, IN COMBINATION WITH COLD TEMPERATURES, COULD....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 17 city / 25 highway MPG, 20 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | VCC RBS0-2AE |
| EPA combined | 20 MPG |
| Coolant | OAT Coolant |
| Open recalls on record | 6 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.