How to Change Engine Oil on 2007 Volvo XC90

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Change the oil yourself--no hassle with dealer, no waiting for quick lube place to find the filter (no one ever has it in the shop).

Steps

1. 1
   Obtain the filter (NAPA part #7806), disposable crush washer for the drain plug, 36 mm oil filter housing socket (specifically for this application--auto parts store will know what you need), and oil (according to your climate needs, in your owner's manual).

   
   
2. 2
   You will need a catch pan for the oil as well (at least 8 qt capacity).
3. 3
   Engine is covered with a plastic cover that simply pops off. Remove it.
4. 4
   Jack the front end of the car, CHOCK THE WHEELS, and put jack stands under the frame. Safety first!
5. 5
   Loosen filter housing with 36 mm socket. The housing is on the passenger side of the engine (accessed from above), about a foot down and just next to the dipstick tube. This part may take some muscle.
6. 6
   Under car, place drain pan under oil drain plug and remove plug with 1 in. socket. Allow oil to drain out fully.
7. 7
   Replace oil drain plug with NEW crush washer, then tighten drain plug down. Lower car from jack stands carefully.
8. 8
   Place new filter in housing, replace O-ring on filter housing with the new one which should have come with the new filter. Lubricate the O-ring with fresh oil.
9. 9
   Tighten filter housing down. It's supposed to be torqued down but I couldn't squeeze my torque wrench into the available space.
10. 10
    Pour in 8 qts fresh oil through usual route.
11. 11
    Replace plastic engine cover.
12. 12
    Reset Service Interval Reminder (see How to Reset Service Interval Reminder for 2007 VOLVO XC90).

    
    

Tips

• It is kind of an expense to get the equipment (jack stands, oil catch pan, filter housing socket etc.), but in the long run it saves a lot of time and money to do this yourself in your garage.

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