When did the transmission go bad on my Volvo XC90?
At approximately 52k miles, the Xc90 1st generation transmission went bad and had to be replaced. Carlsen Volvo (palo alto, CA) agreed to cover the cost of the transmission replacement. I was very pleased with the service and went on my way.
Do you need to replace the transmission on a Volvo?
You don’t need to take out the transmission; it takes about an hour to replace it. What you will need is a B4 Servo Kit for Volvo (30751262). A common problem, especially with the Aisin AW55-50SN and AW55-51SN transmission found in many Volvos, was a defective valve body.
Is it safe to drive a Volvo with an automatic transmission?
If you are experiencing problems with your Volvo transmission, take a minute to become familiar with these problems. Volvo makes some of the safest cars on the road, but on the other hand, Volvos are known to have problems with their automatic transmission.
What are the symptoms of a Volvo transmission problem?
Volvo transmission problem symptoms vary. A complete list of possible symptoms includes: Hard shifting between gears or hard downshifts. Volvo does not move when placed in Drive or Reverse. The engine revs up before going into the next gear. Transmission stuck in gear. Common fault codes are TCM-002A, TCM-002B, P0733, P0734.
What are the most common problems with Volvo transmissions?
Common Problems with Volvo Transmissions 1 B4 Servo. If your Volvo transmission hesitates to shift gears, it bangs into gear; the problem could be the B4 servo. 2 Valve Body. 3 Transmission Fluid. 4 Software Issues. 5 Transmission overdrive relay. 6 Valve body solenoids – Delayed shifting when hot.
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.
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.
When was Roll Stability Control introduced in Volvo XC90?
The industry-first Roll Stability Control was first introduced in XC90 in 2003. At the end of July 2007, Volvo Car Corp. announced the recall of 42,211 2005 model year XC90s for risk of battery short circuit and fire. The vehicles were manufactured in the Swedish Torslanda Plant between 7 June 2004, and 13 May 2005.
How does the front end of a Volvo XC90 work?
The Volvo XC90’s front end is designed to absorb frontal impacts and also deflect any pedestrians up on to the hood of the vehicle rather than underneath the vehicle. Volvo has patented the unique frontal structure that features crumple zones, and predetermined positions for the engine and other ancillaries during a frontal impact.
What can you do with a Geartronic transmission?
Depending on the version of Geartronic transmission, the driver can use either a paddle feature on the steering wheel or a modified shifter to control the gears.