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Volvo C30 2007-2013
Overview
The Volvo C30, produced from 2007 to 2013, was a unique and compact hatchback that offered a blend of style and performance. Its distinctive design with a rear glass hatch set it apart from traditional hatchbacks in the market. The interior featured Volvo's signature high-quality materials and comfortable seating, making it an appealing choice for those who appreciated Scandinavian design and craftsmanship. Despite its small size, the C30 offered a surprisingly spacious rear cargo area when the rear seats were folded down, providing practicality for daily use.
On the road, the C30 provided a spirited driving experience with its responsive handling and available turbocharged engine options. Safety was a priority for Volvo, and the C30 came equipped with a range of standard safety features, including stability control and a comprehensive airbag system. While it had limited rear-seat space and wasn't as practical as some competitors, the Volvo C30 appealed to drivers seeking a compact car with a premium feel and a touch of sportiness.
Specifications
Volvo C30 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: API-SM
- Oil capacity: 5.8 qts
Spark Plug Gap
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”
Fuel
- Capacity
- 55 L (Petrol Engines)
- 1.6 B4164S3 Manual 5-speed (IB5)
- 1.8 B4184S11 Manual 5-speed (MTX75)
- 1.8F B4184S8 Manual 5-speed (MTX75)
- 2.0 B4204S3 Manual 5-speed (MTX75)
- 62 L (Petrol Engines)
- 2.4i B5244S4 Manual 5-speed (M56H)
- Automatic gearbox (AW55-51)
- T5 B5254T7 Manual 6-speed (M66) 8.7 208
- Automatic gearbox (AW55-51)
- 52 L (Diesel Engines)
- 1.6D D4164T (EURO3), (EURO4) Manual 5-speed (MTX75)
- 2.0D D4204T (EURO3) (EURO4) Manual 6-speed (MMT6)
- 60 L (Diesel Engines)
- D5 D5244T8 Automatic gearbox (AW55-51)
- D5244T91 Automatic gearbox (AW55-51)
- 55 L (Petrol Engines)
Gearbox oil
- Type:
- WSD-M2C200-C
- Capacity
- 1.6 Manual 5-speed: 2.1 L
- 1.8 Manual 5-speed: 1.9 L
- 1.6D Manual 5-speed: 1.9 L
- 1.8F Manual 5-speed: 1.9 L
- 2.0 Manual 5-speed:1.9L
- Type:
- 2.0D Manual 6-speed: WSD-M2C200-C
- Capacity: 1.7 L
- Type:
- 2.4D Automatic gearbox: JWS 3309
- Capacity: 7.75 L
- Type:
- D5 Automatic gearbox: JWS 3309
- Capacity: 7.75 L
- Type:
- 2.4i Manual 5-speed: MTF 97309-10
- Capacity: 2.1 L
- Type:
- 2.4i Automatic gearbox: JWS 3309
- Capacity: : 7.75 L
- Type: :
- T5 Manual 6-speed: MTF 97309-10
- Capacity: 2.0 L
- Type:
- T5 Automatic gearbox: JWS 3309
- Capacity: 7.75 L
Coolant
- Type:
- Coolant with corrosion inhibitor mixed with water; see packaging. The thermostat starts opening at petrol engines, 90 ºC, diesel engines,, 82 ºC petrol engine (1.6),, 82 ºC diesel engine (1.6D),, 83 ºC
- Capacity:
- 5-cyl. manual gearbox: 9.5 L
- 5-cyl. automatic gearbox: 10.0 L
- 4-cyl. Petrol (1.8, 1.8F and 2.0): 7.5 L
- 4-cyl. Diesel (2.0D): 9.5 L
- 4-cyl. Petrol (1.6): 6.2 L
- 4-cyl. Diesel (1.6D): 7.2 L
Air conditioning
- Type:
- Compressor oil PAG
- Capacity: 180–200 grams
Refrigerant
- Type: R134a (HFC134a)
- Capacity: 500–600 grams
Brake fluid
- Type: DOT 4+
- Capacity: 0.6 L
Power Steering Fluid
- Type: Power steering fluid: WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product with the same specifications.
- Capacity: 0.8–0.9 L
Washer fluid
- Type: Use a washer antifreeze recommended by Volvo, mixed with water for temperatures below freezing
- Capacity:
- 4-cyl. Petrol/Diesel: 4.0 L
- 5-cyl. Petrol/Diesel: 6.5 L
Powertrain
Engine
- 1.6 L I4 (petrol)
- 1.8 L I4 (petrol)
- 1.8 L I4 (flexifuel)
- 2.0 L I4 (petrol)
- 2.4 L I5 (petrol)
- 2.5 L I5 T5 turbo (petrol)
- 1.6 L I4 (diesel)
- 2.0 L I4 (diesel)
- 2.0 L I5 D3 (diesel)
- 2.4 L I5 D5 (diesel)
Transmission
- 5-speed Volvo M56 manual
- 6-speed Volvo M66 manual
- 5-speed Aisin AW55-50 automatic
- 6-speed Aisin TF-80SC automatic
- 6-speed automatic (PowerShift)
- direct-drive 1EDT automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H8-35W
- Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 5200S
- High Beam Headlight Bulb:
- H7LL
- 9005
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
- HID-D3S
- H11-55W
- HID-D2S
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light Bulb: 7506
- Brake Light Bulb: 7506
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
- License Plate Light Bulb: 6418
- Parking Light Bulb: W5WB
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
- Tail Light Bulb: 7225
Interior Lights
- Courtesy Light Bulb: 6418
- Glove Box Light Bulb: 2821
- Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 6418
- Map Light Bulb: 2821
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