1980 Volvo 260 Series Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1980 Volvo 260 Series oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1980 Volvo 260 Series, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1980 Volvo 260 Series oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21F 49 D | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) | N/A |
| 2.4L 6-cylinder [7] D24 77 8 Diesel | 7.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-25 To 20°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder [6] B28F F | 6.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) | N/A |
Select Your 1980 Volvo 260 Series Engine Option
2.1L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] B21F 49 D
Engine:
2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21F 49 D [aka 2.1L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1980 Volvo 260 Series 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21F 49 D oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.4L 6-cylinder Engine Code [7] D24 77 8 Diesel
Engine:
2.4L 6-cylinder [7] D24 77 8 Diesel [aka 2.4L 6-cylinder (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
7.4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-25 To 20°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1980 Volvo 260 Series 2.4L 6-cylinder [7] D24 77 8 Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
CF
Oil Capacity:
7.4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-25 To 20°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [6] B28F F
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder [6] B28F F [aka 2.8L 6-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1980 Volvo 260 Series 2.8L 6-cylinder [6] B28F F oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A