How to change the automatic transmission oil on Volvo S80?
This Post relates on how to change the automatic transmission oil/fluid on a GEN3 (2009) XC70. The Gearbox is a 6-Speed Automatic (TF-80SC). The Gearbox is supposed to be sealed for life, but many owners report changing the fluid and finding a dark sludgy liquid in there after only 50,000 miles.
When to drain transmission fluid on a Volvo?
If you’ve got an older Volvo S40/V50 with less-than-stellar transmission oil or you don’t the service history of your vehicle, it’s probably better to play it safe and simply drain your transmission fluid instead of a full flush.
Where is the drain plug on a Volvo S80?
Go under the car, and you’ll see a large fastener at the bottom of the gearbox. It’s a concentric drain/level plug shown here – the upper picture shows the level-plug (torx 40) and the lower picture shows the 17mm sump drain plug: ^^^ Note the sump drain plug has a “pipe” to the top of it, which sets the level.
Which is the correct fluid for a Volvo ATF?
MadeInJapan finishes off with a warning on fluid type: Last things: make sure and use the correct fluid, either Volvo ATF, Toyota Type -IV or Mobil 3309 – they are all the same fluid specification. I would however avoid any other ATF no matter what you read on different websites.
How often should you change the transmission fluid in a Volvo?
Even if your Volvo owner’s manual states that the transmission fluid is sealed for life, our recommendation is to change the transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles. Volvos may develop hard shifting or slippage due to the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software issues.
What should I know about my Volvo S80?
1 Oil Change. *Certain models have a decal in the engine compartment which details the engine oil specification. 2 Transmission Fluid Change. **Consult a Volvo dealer or specialist for latest recommendation. 3 Coolant Renewal 4 Other Miscellaneous Fluid Types 5 Other Miscellaneous Torque Specs 6 Volvo V70 & Volvo S80 Maintenance Schedules.
What should I do if I have a transmission problem in my Volvo?
Doing transmission service will often improve the shifting quality. Make sure to use the recommended Volvo transmission fluid . In most cases correcting the transmission fluid level, changing fluid and filter, updating the transmission software, and replacing the valve body will fix it.
Can a transmission filter be changed on a Volvo?
Change transmission fluid and filter Even though Volvo may state transmission is sealed for life, you can extend the life of your transmission by doing a transmission filter and fluid change. Doing transmission service will often improve the shifting quality. Make sure to use the recommended Volvo transmission fluid.
What does it mean when your Volvo transmission says service required?
If you drive a Volvo, don’t be surprised if you get a warning message such as “transmission service required,” “transmission service urgent,” or a gear symbol with a “Service Required” message. Along with this error, you may also experience harsh shifting between gears or transmission stuck in ” Limp Mode .”
Where is the gear selector on a 2006 S60R?
2006 S60R, auto transmission. No OBDII codes stored, info display reads ‘Gear Selector Service Required’. Tried a new GSM (Gear selector module, the circuit board that lives under the shift knob)- no change.
How much oil is in a Volvo TF-80SC?
You can get it on Ebay for around 100USD. Total capacity of oil in the transmission is 7 liters. This will be same on diesel and petrol Volvo using the TF-80SC Transmission. Please check with your dealer for correct oil type!!!
How much oil is in a Volvo transmission?
Total capacity of oil in the transmission is 7 liters. This will be same on diesel and petrol Volvo using the TF-80SC Transmission. Please check with your dealer for correct oil type!!! The car is level! There is a slope in the garage floor. Loading…
Can you change oil in a Volvo XC70?
First time changing transmission oil on my 2009 Volvo XC70 T6, it has 60,000km or 37,000miles. You need VIDA and DICE to complete this job properly. You can get it on Ebay for around 100USD. Total capacity of oil in the transmission is 7 liters. This will be same on diesel and petrol Volvo using the TF-80SC Transmission.