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1997 Volvo 850 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1997 Volvo 850 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1997 Volvo 850, 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 1997 Volvo 850 oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.3L 5-cylinder [57] B5234T1 7 Turbo5.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)
Volvo 3517857
2.3L 5-cylinder [58] B5234T5 3 Turbo5.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)
Volvo 3517857
2.4L 5-cylinder [55] B5254S 65.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)
Volvo 3517857
2.4L 5-cylinder [56] B5244T 2 Turbo5.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)
Volvo 3517857

Select Your 1997 Volvo 850 Engine Option

2.3L 5-cylinder Engine Code [57] B5234T1 7 Turbo

Engine:

2.3L 5-cylinder [57] B5234T1 7 Turbo [aka 2.3L L5 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GLT, R, T-5

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Volvo 3517857

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1997 Volvo 850 2.3L 5-cylinder [57] B5234T1 7 Turbo oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

5.6 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 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

7.6 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.3L 5-cylinder Engine Code [58] B5234T5 3 Turbo

Engine:

2.3L 5-cylinder [58] B5234T5 3 Turbo [aka 2.3L L5 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GLT, R, T-5

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Volvo 3517857

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1997 Volvo 850 2.3L 5-cylinder [58] B5234T5 3 Turbo oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

5.6 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 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

7.6 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.4L 5-cylinder Engine Code [55] B5254S 6

Engine:

2.4L 5-cylinder [55] B5254S 6 [aka 2.4L L5 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GLT, R, T-5

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Volvo 3517857

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1997 Volvo 850 2.4L 5-cylinder [55] B5254S 6 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

5.6 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 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

7.6 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.4L 5-cylinder Engine Code [56] B5244T 2 Turbo

Engine:

2.4L 5-cylinder [56] B5244T 2 Turbo [aka 2.4L L5 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GLT, R, T-5

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Volvo 3517857

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1997 Volvo 850 2.4L 5-cylinder [56] B5244T 2 Turbo oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

5.6 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 (-20 To 40°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 20°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

7.6 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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