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1981 Volvo GL Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1981 Volvo GL oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1981 Volvo GL, 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 GL oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 49 B4 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

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2.1L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] 49 B

Engine:

2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 49 B [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 GL 2.1L 4-cylinder [4] 49 B 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:

10 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

N/A

Notes:

N/A

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