2005–2011 Volvo Xc90 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2005–2011 Volvo Xc90 with the 4.4L V8 engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Volvo 4.4L V8 — XC90 2005–2011
2005–2011 Xc90
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✅ The V8 XC90 is a larger drain than the inline-6. Same basic procedure but larger capacity. Quality full synthetic only.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic
Capacity
7.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Volvo #31372212 | Mann W7015
Engine Code
4.4L V8
Tools You'll Need
- 17mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 3.5 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Volvo #986259)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
Video by FCP Euro — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 26 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Volvo #986259 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Hold reset button through service menu until confirmed. |

🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 7.7 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain comfortably.
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