1981 Volvo 240 Series Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1981 Volvo 240 Series oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1981 Volvo 240 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 1981 Volvo 240 Series oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 4 | 4 quarts (with filter) | 10 (Below -10°C) SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-30, SAE 15W-50 (All TEMPS) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 30°C) SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) 30 (Above 30°C) | N/A |
| 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21FT 47 7 Turbo | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-30 (Below 30°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-25 To 40°C) SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-50 (Above -4°C) 30 (0 To 40°C) 40 (Above 10°C) | N/A |
| 2.3L 4-cylinder [8] 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Select Your 1981 Volvo 240 Series Engine Option
2.1L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] 4
Engine:
2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 4 [aka 2.1L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10 (Below -10°C)
SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-30, SAE 15W-50 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 30°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1981 Volvo 240 Series 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 4 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:
10 (Below -10°C)
SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-30, SAE 15W-50 (All TEMPS)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 30°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
2.1L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] B21FT 47 7 Turbo
Engine:
2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21FT 47 7 Turbo [aka 2.1L 4-cylinder (Turbo)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-30 (Below 30°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-25 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -4°C)
30 (0 To 40°C)
40 (Above 10°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1981 Volvo 240 Series 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] B21FT 47 7 Turbo 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 0W-30, SAE 5W-30 (Below 30°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-25 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-50 (Above -4°C)
30 (0 To 40°C)
40 (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
2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code [8] 1
Engine:
2.3L 4-cylinder [8] 1 [aka 2.3L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1981 Volvo 240 Series 2.3L 4-cylinder [8] 1 oil change details
Oil Grade:
N/A
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
9.9 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A