When to replace the Oil Filter on your VOLVO V40
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.8, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.6, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.9 T4, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0 T, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.6, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.8, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0 T4, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0 T, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 2.0 T, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.8 Bi-Fuel, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.9, VOLVO V40 Estate (645) 1.8 LPG View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for V40 Estate (645) and other VOLVO models
Tools
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Tools you need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 15
Oil filter cup socket 86-14F
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Oil drain pan
Funnel
Flat Screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
  • Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
  2. Step 4
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Tip:
    The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
    Step 5
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  3. Step 6
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    Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the drain plug. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Drain the used oil.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Professionals recommend:
    Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  6. Step 9
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    Move the container under the oil filter.
  7. Step 10
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    Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 86/14-F socket.
  9. Step 12
    Prepare a container for the old oil filter.
    Step 13
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    Put the old oil filter in the container.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – VOLVO V40 Estate (VW). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
  10. Step 14
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    Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.
  11. Step 15
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    Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  12. Step 16
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    Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover.
  13. Step 17
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    Clean the oil filter seat.
  14. Step 18
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    Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.
    Please note!
    Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.
  15. Step 19
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    Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
  16. Step 20
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    Screw the new filter into its place. Use the 86/14-F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
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