940 Service

940Graeme · Jul 21st, 2011, 00:04

Right it's about time I gave the 940 at least a fluid and filter service......

Planned for this weekend, so any recommendations on oil and spark plugs especially?

I'm thinking of Halfords 10/40 semi synthetic oil (£23.99) and Champion Eon6 plugs (£21.49). I am on a budget for this, although I don't want to resort to Tesco "special" oil (£12 btw!!), but don't go suggesting Castrol all singing and dancing run a formula 1 car with bells on oil, cos I can't afford it!!

I am a bit lost on the plugs - I think Bosch WR7D's are specified - is there a big difference?

Sensible suggestions for alternatives welcome, however!

Thanks in advance
Graeme

gpl1968 · Jul 21st, 2011, 00:41

For many years I have been using Castrol High Milage 10w40 oil bought from Costco for about £13 for 4 litres. Never had any problems with this.
I always use a Volvo oil filter though.

For plugs I have used Bosch super 4 plugs which lasted for ages but next time I will try NGK BPR6ES (about £10 for 4) for a change (the majority of Turbobrickers seem to prefer these). These are the standard copper plugs and from what I've read the more expensive platinum versions etc. are no better.

Oilydad · Jul 21st, 2011, 09:26

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NGK BPR6ES (about £10 for 4) for a change (the majority of Turbobrickers seem to prefer these). These are the standard copper plugs and from what I've read the more expensive platinum versions etc. are no better.

Yep. Always use these, and never had a problem, so don't spend more because you won't get any benefit. I get mine from GSF for about £9.00. Replaced them last week.

Same with oil. I use Duckhams 15/40 bog standard, usually with a Fram, Champion or Volvo filter. Avoid nasty cheap imported oil filters.

And if your air filter hasn't been out for a while it can make a big difference.

Enjoy the servicing. I always do. It's a labour of love!

940Graeme · Jul 21st, 2011, 11:55

Thanks oily, yes doing air filter as well.

I am looking forward to it, it's years since I've got my hands properly dirty, (my cheapo cars usually get scrapped or sold on when the tax runs out!), but this 940 is a keeper so I best get stuck in.

I'm starting with this service and working up to full brake overhaul and cambelt change when time and cash allow!

Graeme.

cumbrianmale · Jul 21st, 2011, 12:28

Oil filter air filter sump washer and spark plugs from volvo cost me about £25 then 4L of castrol gtx 10w40 from asda £10 when on sale.

wooble · Jul 21st, 2011, 12:50

NGK BPR6ES plugs, go to your local motor factor and get a Mann filter (MAnn make volvo's OE filters), and 4 litres of their own-brand semi-synthetic 10w40 oil. If it's eurocarparts it'll be comma oil, which is actually rather good for the price. An air filter is an air filter so grab whatever brand they have.

Castrol is a huge ripoff IMO, it's all in the marketing and hasn't been a top-line oil in terms of quality for years now. I especially dislike the way they market their low-end oils (magnatec, high mileage) with 'synthetic engineering' on the bottle. while it's a good weasely phrase, it can't get round the fact it's plain mineral oil sold at a huge markup!

It's also worth considering when coolant/brake fluid/gearbox oil/diff oil were last changed, they're often neglected. Replace the fuel filter if it's old-looking, tey always seem to get forgotten and the black muck that comes out of them tells its own story! Check the accessory belts for wear/cracking, they're cheap and drop you in a heap of trouble if one snaps miles from home

940Graeme · Jul 23rd, 2011, 14:20

Thank you every one. I went for that 60000+ Mile oil, and the NGK plugs. Air Filter from Volvo tiny shock at over £16 (!) but saved elsewhere so all done for £65.78. Purring like a kitten.

I'll relax for another year.......

Graeme

Kevs Estate · Jul 23rd, 2011, 20:25

Whilst you're doing the service, clean out the PCV system, it's not hard to get at and i would guess that it's well blocked. Well mine was, despite the huge service history, i bought along with the car.
I would endorse a Mann filter, they are good and at around £3.00 they are cheap, the one you need is Mann 916/1
Good luck with your service, you will feel the difference in your car.

Dr. Rog · Jul 23rd, 2011, 21:00

Thanks for this, I need to do an oil service too, its long overdue on the calender, just about due on the odometer.

Jul 21st, 2011, 00:04	#1
940Graeme Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 10:32 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Silloth near Carlisle, Cumbria	940 Service Right it's about time I gave the 940 at least a fluid and filter service...... Planned for this weekend, so any recommendations on oil and spark plugs especially? I'm thinking of Halfords 10/40 semi synthetic oil (£23.99) and Champion Eon6 plugs (£21.49). I am on a budget for this, although I don't want to resort to Tesco "special" oil (£12 btw!!), but don't go suggesting Castrol all singing and dancing run a formula 1 car with bells on oil, cos I can't afford it!! I am a bit lost on the plugs - I think Bosch WR7D's are specified - is there a big difference? Sensible suggestions for alternatives welcome, however! Thanks in advance Graeme

Jul 21st, 2011, 00:41	#2
gpl1968 VOC Member Last Online: May 5th, 2024 23:42 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Wirral View Photos By: gpl1968	For many years I have been using Castrol High Milage 10w40 oil bought from Costco for about £13 for 4 litres. Never had any problems with this. I always use a Volvo oil filter though. For plugs I have used Bosch super 4 plugs which lasted for ages but next time I will try NGK BPR6ES (about £10 for 4) for a change (the majority of Turbobrickers seem to prefer these). These are the standard copper plugs and from what I've read the more expensive platinum versions etc. are no better. __________________ Gavin 1997 945 CD (B230FK) [RIP: 1991 945 Turbo (B230FT) 1992 945 SE turbo (B200FT)]

Jul 21st, 2011, 12:28	#5
cumbrianmale Forum Support Team Last Online: Jun 3rd, 2024 01:40 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep in Makem territory	Oil filter air filter sump washer and spark plugs from volvo cost me about £25 then 4L of castrol gtx 10w40 from asda £10 when on sale. __________________ Current 04 S80 D5 SE Auto 03 S80 D5 SE Man Previous Volvos 90 240 GL B230FB Auto 96 940 CD 13 V40 D2 R-design 89 745 GLE 98 V90 3.0 24v 98 945 Celebration Auto 96 965 SE Auto 86 744 GL 81 244 DL

Jul 21st, 2011, 12:50	#6
wooble Stay gold baby! Last Online: Jul 24th, 2022 16:15 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bristol	NGK BPR6ES plugs, go to your local motor factor and get a Mann filter (MAnn make volvo's OE filters), and 4 litres of their own-brand semi-synthetic 10w40 oil. If it's eurocarparts it'll be comma oil, which is actually rather good for the price. An air filter is an air filter so grab whatever brand they have. Castrol is a huge ripoff IMO, it's all in the marketing and hasn't been a top-line oil in terms of quality for years now. I especially dislike the way they market their low-end oils (magnatec, high mileage) with 'synthetic engineering' on the bottle. while it's a good weasely phrase, it can't get round the fact it's plain mineral oil sold at a huge markup! It's also worth considering when coolant/brake fluid/gearbox oil/diff oil were last changed, they're often neglected. Replace the fuel filter if it's old-looking, tey always seem to get forgotten and the black muck that comes out of them tells its own story! Check the accessory belts for wear/cracking, they're cheap and drop you in a heap of trouble if one snaps miles from home __________________ Click to see 240 parts I want to give you money for!

Jul 23rd, 2011, 21:00	#9
Dr. Rog Master Member Last Online: Oct 21st, 2017 22:15 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Kingsclere	Thanks for this, I need to do an oil service too, its long overdue on the calender, just about due on the odometer. __________________ Cheers Rog Previously owned 1996 940 SE auto and GLE manual, both B230FK estates.

Jul 21st, 2011, 11:55	#4
940Graeme Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 10:32 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Silloth near Carlisle, Cumbria	Thanks oily, yes doing air filter as well. I am looking forward to it, it's years since I've got my hands properly dirty, (my cheapo cars usually get scrapped or sold on when the tax runs out!), but this 940 is a keeper so I best get stuck in. I'm starting with this service and working up to full brake overhaul and cambelt change when time and cash allow! Graeme.

Jul 23rd, 2011, 14:20	#7
940Graeme Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 10:32 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Silloth near Carlisle, Cumbria	Thank you every one. I went for that 60000+ Mile oil, and the NGK plugs. Air Filter from Volvo tiny shock at over £16 (!) but saved elsewhere so all done for £65.78. Purring like a kitten. I'll relax for another year....... Graeme

Jul 23rd, 2011, 20:25	#8
Kevs Estate Senior Member Last Online: Today 07:18 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: warwickshire	Whilst you're doing the service, clean out the PCV system, it's not hard to get at and i would guess that it's well blocked. Well mine was, despite the huge service history, i bought along with the car. I would endorse a Mann filter, they are good and at around £3.00 they are cheap, the one you need is Mann 916/1 Good luck with your service, you will feel the difference in your car.

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