This time I'll try to get a bunch of questions together. Absolutely ALL my volvo experience, since 1977, is in the 240 series. Much of the 965 stuff is beyond my current ken.

Coolant
the Owner's Manual sez: Use Genuine Volvo Coolant/Anti-freeze. Can I use the Prestone green I have in stock, already diluted 50/50 with distilled water, or must I get the "other" or orange kind? Maybe I should just get a coupla gallons from the dealer? Sounds pricey.


Brake Fluid
Book sez: DOT 4+. Is that the same as DOT 4?


Transmission Fluid
Book sez: ATF Dexron IIE/III and MERCON. Is that the DexronIII/Mercon I see on the AutoZone shelf? Is there a great advantage to flushing and switching to a synthetic? I can stand a one-time expensive flush, if it's just one time. What brand synthetic?


Power Steering Fluid
Book Sez: ATF, F, G. Not same as tranny. Is a synthetic a good idea?


Engine Oil
Book sez 10W-30 synthetic is best for heavy work (trailering) in temps up to 104C. Houston temp seldom goes below 15F or above 105F. I would go with the synthetic in Mobil 1. I will be using Mann 917 filters, and changing more often than the 10,000 mile interval in the Owner's Manual. Any ideas otherwise?

Any other of your thoughts or experiences to educate a greenie 965 owner will be greatly appreciated.

TIA

Bob

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