Engine Oil
5W-30
Full Synthetic
Capacity
6 qt
with filter
5.5 qt without filter
Oil Filter
1275810
Volvo (OEM)
OEM spec: VCC RBS0-2AE
The 2003 Volvo XC90 takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 6 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Volvo 1275810, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 5 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2003 VOLVO XC90
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Volvo 1275810) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Volvo — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 6 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 5.5 qt
OEM spec VCC RBS0-2AE
Filter Options
Workshop cartridge filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 17 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
1st gen P28 (3.2L I6 / 2.5T I5)
Type JWS 3309
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 40,000 mi
DOT type DOT 4
Change interval 30,000 mi
Type C&C Ready Mix
Color Green
Capacity 7 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Wiper Blades
Bosch 16A passenger, 16"
Buy Rain-X 16-1 passenger, 16"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
12mm thread, aluminum head
13 ft-lb · 17.6 Nm
03V391000
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT ATTACHMENT(S) FOR THE SECOND AND THIRD ROW SEAT(S) MAY NOT HAVE BEEN FITTED PROPERLY.
06V144000
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, IF THE WIPER ARM IS ACTIVATED IN EXTREME WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS AND WITHOUT LIFTING THE WIPER ARMS AND CLEANING THE WINDSHIELD PRIOR TO MOVING, THE WIPER ARM MIGHT SLIP ON ITS DRIVESHAFT, RESULTING IN AN INABILITY TO MOVE THE WIPERS FROM THE PARK POSITION.
06V155000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES,THE OUTER TIE ROD BALL JOINT CAN DEFORM AT HIGH LOADS CAUSING A LOSS OF THE CLAMPING FORCE AND THE NUT MAY LOOSEN, WHICH MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE OUTER TIE ROD BALL JOINT.
Show all 5 recalls All categories POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL PARKING BRAKE STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) SEAT BELTS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES UNKNOWN OR OTHER STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE POWER TRAIN PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE SEATS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST SUSPENSION:REAR SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER TIRES STEERING SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE AIR BAGS SEAT BELTS:FRONT POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
43006 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER 2003-01-17
SOME VEHICLES MAY SET A 002F CODE OR HAVE A SLIPPING / SHUDDERING (IN 4TH AND/OR 5TH GEAR) TORQUE CONVERTER. *TT
113 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY 2003-11-03
LOWER RADIATOR HOSE UPGRADE. *TT SERVICE UPGRADE 113A - LOWER COOLING HOSE REPLACEMENT. *TT
116 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2003-03-01
SERVICE UPGRADE - ADJUSTING THE STEERING COLUMN MAY AFFECT THE FUNCTION OF THE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM. *TT
Show all 65 TSBs(+62) Private Party
$2,850–$3,150
Dealer Retail
$3,300–$3,750
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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