How do you check the transmission fluid on a Volvo S40?
Pull the dipstick tube out and wipe the slender indicator stick down with a napkin or rag to remove any transmission fluid on it. Put the dipstick back into the transmission to wet the indicator stick and pull it back out to check the transmission fluid level.
What kind of transmission fluid does a Volvo S40 take?
FRAM Transmission Fluid – Dexron III / Mercon Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid 1 Quart (Part No. F420)
What is the Volvo Geartronic system?
Geartronic is Volvo Cars’ name for its manumatic automatic transmission, similar to Porsche’s Tiptronic. The gear stick can also be used just like any other automatic gearbox, where the transmission will shift automatically. Geartronic is offered on Volvo vehicles with engine displacements of 2.0 liters or greater.
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 .”
Is there an issue with my Volvo S60 T20 automatic?
Volvo S60 T20 automatic, 2002 with 115,000 miles covered. Service history unknown. I have an issue with the transmission, namely that I have an error message stating ‘Transmission service required’ with an accompanying orange engine service light.
What to do if your transmission is bad?
If you remove the TCM and clean the terminals with electrical contact cleaner, and work the latch back and forth several times to scrape off the oxidation, function will be restored at least temporarily. Another possibility is a bad PNP switch on the trans.
When does the transmission go to fourth gear?
The transmission is fine for about 10 or fifteen miles then reverts to a ‘dash’ instead of the gear reading ‘D’rive, ‘4’fourth, ‘N’eutral etc. If in ‘D’rive this generally leaves me in fourth gear as it seems to usually downshift to fourth from Drive, but not always.