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Patagualian Mostly

Hi Robert... Many thanks for your no-nonsense style: Much appreciated.
Been a manual box guy all my driving days (50 years & counting) but have had to move to an auto box. (As my wife has back & Leg problems.)
So, I now have a Volvo Xc90 V8.(2009) ...and I am loving it....super vehicle.
Had a rad problem a week or so ago & installed a new rad: In doing so, I lost some 'oil' from the lines: The "oil" was that black I thought it had an engine oil cooler!
There is no towing hitch on the car and as far as I can ascertain: It has been dealer maintained all its life (160,000kms = 100,000 miles) so it would appear to me that the previous owner was paying through the nose...Mmm? The ATF should not be in that state, I'm sure.
So, a flush & change is urgently required.
Handbook states the Fluid is to Volvo Spec JJ3309, capacity 7 litres.....How much am I looking to buy for a flush....14 litres? Seems rather "overkill" to me....
BTW: Of the two lines: Which is the return? I imagine the lower hose?
Again. Thanks for your experience in all these things "Volvo"....!!

Alexander Cella

Hi Robert,
> I have a V70 with an orange arrow light blinking.
> It does blink seldom, nevertheless it is something
> that put the transmission into a protection mode.
>
> The car has been serviced by an old school Volvo
> mechanic with limited electronic skill for 5 years.
> He was good with previous models such as the 740,
> Nevertheless he has flushed the transmission with compressed air and all problems started since then.
>
> I have run for approximately 2500 kms in September
> last year and the transmission was running well;
> When we reach Onslow, a small country town up north in Western Australia with an outside temperature of 46 Celsius degree, than the transmission was starting to shift irregularly.
>
> In the middle of the desert there were not many changes to find an expert in Volvo gearbox , therefore we have decided to turn around to Perth,
> Which was 2500 km away.
>
> During the long journey, we stopped and let the oil cooling down when the blinking light come up or
> when the automatic transmission was not
> shifting properly.
>
> The Volvo in Perth has replaced the speed sensor after they have diagnosed a fault with the computer.
>
> After the replacement of the sensor and the cable,
> the shifting problem has improved, nevertheless after 3 hours of good run, the problem had appeared again. The car has been parked from October 2019 until August 2020 as I have left Australia to Europe to look after my old mother back in Italy.
>
> The car has been taken again to Volvo recently and the diagnostic fault was a suspected TCM fault (transmission control module), please see attached report).
>
> Now the TCM is not available at Volvo Australia,
> I have found a second hand one in Moscow and
> I have few questions for you Robert:
>
> 1. Do you think that the TCM is really the problem?
> And if yes, do you suggest me to purchase a new
> card instead? My v70 has 390.000 kms and 22
> years. The hot and harsh environment in Onslow
> could has caused a fault in the electronic card?
> 2. Do you suggest me to flush properly the
> transmission circuit and the torque converter
> with a professional hydraulic machine such as the
> one in the picture attached?
>
> It seems that the transmission is running mechanically well since the 24 of August. No shifting, nevertheless the warning orange arrow light is blinking irregularly, sometimes during the first 3-4 minutes in the morning sometimes just during the last 20 minutes of run on my way back home in the evening.
>
> The 2nd hand TCM will arrive in Perth in 1-2 weeks and must be re-programmed by Volvo. Do you suggest to purchase a new card and flush both circuit together or you reckon the transmission must be replaced completely?
>
> I have done 4-5 videos where the transmission is shifting very well on the highway as well as at the traffic lights, it seems is just an electronic fault, nevertheless the automatic gear box is a very important part of my v70, therefore I am looking the best advice from an experienced mechanic as you.
>
> Let me know if I can share my video on YouTube with you if you prefer have a look at my car running on the highway.
>
> Best regards Alex

All comments from YouTube:

Taddy Mason

5y↑17

Robert I just bought my first Volvo a few weeks ago. I have watched many of your videos and just wanted to say they are great for Volvo enthusiasts and to say thank you.

CARLITO’S WAY

Matt Renison welcome to the team 💪🏽

Robert DIY

5y↑1

Thanks for watching.

sean chilson

This is a great video Robert! I appreciate the strictly informational videos, I’m currently servicing my 1996 960 transmission that’s automatic with a filter change and partial fluid change to not shock it. I super appreciate this!

Robert DIY

thanks for watching.

Christian Nielsen

Hi Robert, first of all, thank you very much for your videos, they are really great and have been very helpful for me. I live in Sweden and have a 1998 v70 AWD. It used to be a police car the first 6 or 7 years and I have had this car for 5 years now. The transmission oil is brown like in your 850 example. It has 211k miles on it and according to the service history that I have on the car it seems that the ATF fluid has never been replaced. I consulted a few mechanics on this and they adviced agains changing the AFT fluid if it has never been changed as changing it at this point could result in that the gearbox will slip and will not engage gears correctly. What is your opinion on this? Many thanks and all best.

Robert DIY

Did you watch the video?

Steve Carter

4y↑1

Hi Robert great video very informative as usual. I have a 1996 T5 Turbo with an auto transmission, that has been stood for most of 7-years with an ocassional start up & run round the block. I recently got it back on the road with the aim of it replacing my NA 850 manual, which is in need of some work. The transmission warning arrow came on as soon as I got it up to about 60. If I stop overnight and run it again the light goes out until I reach about 60 again. I have taken it to an auto transmission specialist & they tell me that it is "flaring" ( ithink that means slipping) between gear changes from 2nd to 3rd & 3rd to 4th. They tell me it could be number 1 shift solenoid or it could need a complete transmission overhaul. Have you had any experience of this problem & do you have any opinion on what the most likely cause is please I don't want to spend money on solenoid changes only to find it is the gearbox is shot. It drives really well with nice smooth changes up or down. cheers.

Steve Carter

Thanks Robert I had watched your videos on doing that swap. It is a nice idea. But in this case my other 850 is too good to canabalise. If I was going to do it I would need to get a donor car to strip out all the other bits. I might even think about that too.

Robert DIY

No. My suggestion would be to strip your old car of it's manual transmission parts and install it on the T5. It's the best thing I have ever done to my 850 T5.

I N C H W O R M

6y↑1

This is incredibly insightful. I just commented on your other video and this describes my situation pretty well. The car I'm looking at had a transmission line come off and it overheated. He immediately towed it and replaced the fluid but the CEL incorrect gear ratio won't go off. Otherwise it works fine. I think it may have burned the vehicle speed sensor because that code also shows but it's not going into limp mode. I'm puzzled.

I N C H W O R M

Thank you. I did NOT purchase that vehicle. I asked some specific questions I found in your videos and he became reluctant to sell. Go figure!

Robert DIY

6y↑1

On it's last leg.

Fred in the Shed

7y↑2

I changed mine following your video. I was pretty worried doing it but i took my time. The result was good. The harsh down change i was getting in hot 30 C heat went away.

Robert DIY

7y↑1

+fredintheshed1 good deal.

Patagualian Mostly

@Robert DIY I quite understand that, me neither. Gearboxes, especially automatics, have always been a bit of a mystery to me as a result! Cheers.
Stay well.

Robert DIY

4y↑2

It may be but since I don't have a shop I do all I can to stay away from transmissions.

Patagualian Mostly

@Robert DIY Hi Robert...I thought the box in this was common to the 3.0 Xc90 and even other models: Xc60.... It's an Aisin 6 speed.
Thanks for the prompt reply.
Stay well.

Robert DIY

4y↑1

I have no idea. I have never serviced one of those transmissions.

99jiivee

My grandmother had -97 v70 Diesel automatic. It had original ATF-fluids at 780 000km(=480 000mi) and it was starting to make some weird noises.
we added a bit of ATF fluid, and the noise went away. :D these volvos and Aisin transmissions are amazing!

Robert DIY

+99jiivee they can go far if you don't abuse them.

Some Bloke

7y↑2

Well done Robert - These boxes run too hot to run for much over warranty miles. You must flush or better still fit a cooler. There's 7-8 killers for these cars, watch out for them and fix 'em before they fix you, then these cars do galactic miles.
Suggestion: Do a what will kill your P80 vid - PCV. heater core, trans etc etc

Robert DIY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B12SNN_3pq0

Robert DIY

I see. Yes a few of those will send your vehicle to the crusher. lol

Some Bloke

7y↑1

KILLERS ( or things that will stop you doing much over 200,000) - I suppose strictly there's four. 5-7 are up for debate. 1. Heater core 2. PCV 3. Transmission ATF not flushed by 80-90,000 4. ETM on 1998/9 5. Cambelt 6. Rear calipers forever sticking 7. Various suspension parts.

Robert DIY

+Some Bloke what do you consider the 7 killers?

Viveka Hernandez

my car has been struggling with downshifting, getting into reverse, and has been making some grinding noises that sounds like they’re coming from the bottom of the car. there are also some high pitched squeaky noises. does all of this mean that i need to exchange the transmission fluid? OR replace the transmission? thanks for your videos!

Robert DIY

Cheaper to start with the fluid.

steverahe

7y↑1

Hi Robert
How's your health these days? I hope you are feeling and better and taking good care of yourself. Can you tell me what you are using to tell you the engine temperature while you are driving? Was it easy to install?

Robert DIY

7y↑1

+steverahe https://youtu.be/Nj34dakoayM

iColassi

I have a 2010 Audi S5 with the 4.2 V8. It has 92k miles, but there's no dipstick unfortunately. I'm thinking of changing it 100k, which involves a pan drop and filter change. Currently it shifts beautifully, but I guess rather be safe than sorry.

Robert DIY

+iColassi Grrrr, that stinks.

selim demir

7y↑1

Hi Robert, I want to bring my 960II to my favourite mechanic. He normally works on Ford, but he also did some service on my car very well. If I want to let him change my transmission fluid, over what should I inform him? (Any specific implementation rules?) Thanks

selim demir

Robert DIY I will inform him, thank you!

Robert DIY

+selim demir just don't let them flush it.

Daniel Ott

Very beneficial info Robert! Our family has a '07 XC90 with and automatic 6 speed. No dip stick, no way to drain or add fluid except through the cooling lines to the radiator. I want to flush her out. My volvo service guy says it's a bad idea. What's your opinion?

Robert DIY

Whatever the video shows.

EJShelby

I just got my 2015 XC70 back from a Mercedez-trained mechanic, specializing in all European cars. The car is almost new, 34000miles, but I wanted to drain the trans fluid in addition to oil change while I knew no mechanic would recommend doing so at this mileage. However, he said the typical dealership-mechanic thing that it's lifetime, it's sealed, no bolts/screws, don't touch, but he also said he has the special pipe and flush machine etc. The conclusion I think was even at 100k miles, this guy wouldn't want to touch my trans fluid....now I will head elsewhere.

Robert DIY

I'd probably wait until it has 100,000 or 150,000 miles.

Jörg Kaczmarek

Hi Robert, i want to change the oil in the manual gearbox of my 850 for the first time (310.000 km) and C 70 (310.000 km too). You said, better use synthetic oil. Isn't it aggressiv to the seals, like changing motoroil from mineraloil to syntheticoil?
Best Greetings from Germany

Robert DIY

2y↑1

https://youtu.be/OU0jDN2NUVI

Alex Vinnikov

Hello Robert and like Yr channel 👍 and as a prospective Volvo buyer could you please make comparison of models(wagons mainly) pros&cons : 740, 850, 940 ? Would be much appreciated if you could make such a review, so I'll know and other users what can requires less maintenance and can be good as a first starter car for regular usage and travel time

Much thanks in advance Robert !

Robert DIY

Due to the parts availability and support, you're better off with a 850.

Robert DIY

https://youtu.be/lRl8A_HIgeo

ChEsperado

Hy, Robert. Thanks a lot etc... I just have a little question. I made a flux of my automatic transmission (Volvo S70 T5 1998)
Everything went fine, and the level of oil, after a trip of 25Km was just at the max. This afternoon, after a turbo change, I made a road test, and the alorm of the transmission went to blink, while the transmission went in "security" mode. I had the Idea to remove some oil from the transmission, and it cured the problem. But I have no idea of the volume of oil between max and min of this transmission. Do you have an Idea ?

Robert DIY

Huh? If it is not leaking it should not be changed. The level does not change much with ambient temperature, mainly driving temperature. It's an old car, you can always junk it. These transmission usually last 3 times longer than the auto transmission in a Honda.

ChEsperado

I know all this. I just wanted an official data. There is no way to understand how some can produce a transmission, where the ATF level is so critical, and has to be checked by such an insane and insecure procedure. Each change of 10° of temperature makes a change in the measured level near as important than the 250mL tolerance. 7 liters of ATF and the gear box run in protection mode for an overfill of 250mL ? Nothing has been done to make the ATF temp measurement easy.ANd even the dipstick gauge is ridiculously hard to catch. And what is this transmission that takes 3 second to obey to your orders in manual mode ? In my Honda, it was instant, faster than a manual gear box. And the level was easy. You just have to fill the AT cold until the oil begin to drop out of an overfull. My Volvo S70T5 1998 is a bad bad car in each and every aspect.

Robert DIY

https://youtu.be/XknjRIfjEZQ

Drowsy_ Mouse

5y↑1

my fluid was dark as all hell when I drained it from my 850. I'm glad I did the drain and refill 3 times it's a lot better now. I'll probably do another at the next oil change

Robert DIY

5y↑1

Nice

Max 4ever

Hey Robert. Great video. Question for you. What is your opinion in general of transmission flushes compared to just doing a drain and fill and changing the filter. I saw many posts that say that flushes are harmful to your tranny EVEN IF it’s done at the required intervals. 95% of them said flushes are no good and they do more damage than Good. What do you say?

Robert DIY

My video didn't explain that? Most are damaged when flushed the wrong direction.

java boodin

Hi, I recently purchased a 1997 850 t5 with transmission problems. I did a few trans flushes on the car which didn't make a difference. The symptom is that after a few minutes the car looses all gears completely. However before that everything works perfectly well. My thought was that it could be a pressure solenoid or the clutches were bad. Anyway I'm curious if anyone has ever dealt with this before

Robert DIY

Yesterday both of my mechanics say that it is likely the pump in the transmission failing.

java boodin

Thanks Robert, after seeing your manual swap videos I may just go that route

Robert DIY

I don't know. A bad transmission would not work fine then simply stop, that's my OPINION anyway. All of my bad transmission issues were constant, not intermittent.

java boodin

Is there a test to rule out a torque converter over a bad trans? Or will you know when you take the torque converter out?

Robert DIY

Probably bad torque converter. :(

Jesse C

A lot of people say not to change the fluid because the clutch particles in the fluid have altered the viscosity and it'll fail faster if you put new fluid in, but I don't believe that. If the transmission is so close to failing that changing that fluid is what does it... you were going to need a new one very very very soon regardless. If it's only slightly worn... well that could be the difference between another 5,000 miles vs 50,000 miles out of a transmission.

I buy most of my vehicles between 90-120k miles, and every. single. time. the fluid is brown and old. Sometimes it smells slightly burned, but often times it's just old. That being the case I ALWAYS flush the transmission thoroughly, typically replacing about 90% or more of the old fluid. Doing more than a drain and fill would require a lot of expensive specialty equipment I just don't have for my vehicles, so drain and fills are what I do. That being said I've never had a transmission fail on the 4 (all now over 130k) vehicles I've purchased.

Robert DIY

Good deal. When I got Panther, it had about 188,000 miles. Toasted transmission. I have one spare left. I think I'll see it to Buster Brown today.

Victor Sinclair

6y↑4

Just flushed my ATF, as the transmission is starting to act funny. What are symptoms of the Trans ECM being bad vs the transmission being bad. The other day when it was cold, it seemed not to be finding 1st or R as it barely moved, but then 30 seconds later it went into 1st and reversed as normal. Had me sweating bullets as I was already late for work. What do you think Trans or trans ECM?

Robert DIY

6y↑2

Want me to go snatch that M56L out of that S70 for you?

Robert DIY

6y↑1

LOL, sign of a bad TCM... Someone stole it.

alex greg

Hi Robert... begging for tips, I got a friend Volvo V60 2012...180k km on the automatic trans, randomly won't engage the reverse gear and also seems to sleep sometimes while driving! I got some mechanical skills and willing to help him out! Do you think a flush and pan clean will help the problem? Or any other opinion please share... Thanks in advance for your time and interest, Alex

AllthingsRocco

3y↑1

alex greg join “volvospeed” Robert is a moderator there and maybe you can message him through Facebook

alex greg

@Robert DIY Hi...it's me again, the other day I plugged in an OBD reader and it gave me a P284F "transmission fork C - unrequested movement"... is it sound familiar to you? oh...by the way, the car it's not a V60 but a V50... thanks again

alex greg

@Robert DIY understand thank u very much helpful as always

Robert DIY

3y↑1

The vehicle has several computers that are networked together and communicate with each other all the time, even when you are eating dinner.

Robert DIY

Check engine light is primarily for emission issues that destroy our ozone layer and cause global warming. The vehicle likely has several issues that won't effect our breathing in 30 years so you have to scan for them with a scanner that will dig them up.

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Mike H

I recently bought a 04 Volvo XC70 2.5T that has 195k on it. Idk much about the upkeep. Checked trans fluid, all black, have a slight jerk or lightly rough change of gears from park to reverse. You think I should do a drain fill, drain fill, drain fill?

Dally Singhson

@Mike H How's the car now?

Mike H

Robert DIY LOL, yes. I did. I have decided to do a drain fill 4x. What about changing the trans filter? I’m pretty sure my 04 XC70 2.5T has the trans filter inside trans. Does that really need to be changed out or you think I’d be ok with the drain fill?

Robert DIY

LOL Did you watch the video?

Alexander Cella

Robert DIY

My guess would be that the transmission is failing. You can keep clean/good fluid in it and keep driving it until it finally implodes. When fluid gets hot it deteriorates the inside of the transmission quickly.

Randall Saulsbury

6y↑1

great info Robert. Thanks!

Robert DIY

6y↑1

You are welcome

philzambo

Hey Robert, how often should you change the oil in a manual transmission? And what about differential oil, how often would you change that? Hope you are well buddy, best regards from Scotland...

Robert DIY

+philzambo dif, what ever the owners manual recommends.

Robert DIY

7y↑1

+philzambo I do every 50,000 or when damaged. Dif, what e

Livan Ramirez

Can you tell me which transmission fluid my Volvo 940 turbo uses please? I don't have the owners manual because I lost it :(
And do you have a video where you flush out the burnt transmissionfluid and replace it with new ? Thank you

Robert DIY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I

Robert DIY

http://volvo.custhelp.com/app/homeV3

john Harrison

5y↑1

Hi Robert, just replaced the pcv kit as advised by you, car runs a lot nicer now but I now have a engine management light which relates to icv signal absent?? Car was spot on before full pcv swap??? Keep up the good work👍your an absolute legend in UK volvo circles!!

john Harrison

@Robert DIY hi Robert cheers for getting back to me, I disconnected the battery for 24 hrs and its all good now👍there is still a puff of smoke when I start the car when it's already hot (after nipping home for 10 min)I am going to tip you as well as your channel is a great help😀

Robert DIY

ICV? Are all of the hoses on tight? The first time I did one the IAC hose came loose.

Isaiah Carlos Glenn

6y↑2

Is there any way I could junkyard swap my 850 glt to awd with a t5 engine and a manual trans?

Robert DIY

6y↑1

Yes.

Camper Van Elvis I toof on you

5y↑1

You kill an automatic transmission by not warming it up when you start the engine. That's one reason the radiator has a cooler in the radiator.

Robert DIY

Interesting.

Wes Miller

7y↑9

I sure wish you could come to California and ROBERT DIY get my 2000 v70 GLT all straightened out. You are the man. Im very thankful you make all these bad ass Volvo videos.

Robert DIY

7y↑1

Thanks for watching.

abou rawaaha

Hi Robert, i changed the cv axle boots of my s70 1998 model diesel automatic and lost a bit of oil, very dark Brown. Is that the same atf thats in the gearbox or is it an other oil just for the differential ?

Robert DIY

Bad fluid in the gearbox.

gary miller

5y↑7

I saw a comment yesterday that said "My mechanic told me I blew a seal. I said just fix the car and leave my personal life out of it". Haha. funny.

Robert DIY

Oh my.

peter phoomahal

This information is excellent!

Robert DIY

Glad you think so!

TruthSeeker KD

Hi Robert
I have a 2004 Volvo c70. I had to replace my transmission in 2016 (rebuild one). Now the car is driving hard, should I replace, flush the transmission fluid? Please reply at kdean_1@hotmail.com or here.
Thank you.

Robert DIY

What does driving hard mean?

Pete Thompson

Ive got a P3 D5 six speed auto. Shifts and pulls fine. 125k miles. Should i drain and refill or leave it.

Robert DIY

What did my video recommend?

Not CobaltInferno Yt

Going to look at a 2001 XC 70 all wheel drive tomorrow, car has 175,000 miles, what is the story with these transmissions some have problems under 100,000Could you tell me if this year has a problematic transmission. Thank you look forward to your response enjoyed your videos PS where are you located for a future repairs?

Robert DIY

ABQ

Robert DIY

Problem.

stephenmartinez1

new transmission fluids will certainly last the entire duration of the warranty, especially sealed transmissions. in fact my dodge automatic transmission fluid is good for 120k miles on a new vehicle, if it was a sealed maybe a bit longer. that is well past the warranty. though it is by no means a lifetime fluid- i had the service done at 154k miles, i was told the fluid was dirty but there was no troubling signs. had i not done it i bet the transmission would not have made it past 200k miles, and a new transmission would have totaled the vehicle.

Robert DIY

Thanks for sharing.

imuger

3y↑1

Hi Robert, i have an 1999 V70 2.5T AWD, 225'000 km with NO REVERSE! I have NO CODES, all other gears work fine, it ingages in reverse, but doesnt move. i changed the fluid, but it doesnt make a different. any ideas? thanks in advance! greetins from switzerland.

imuger

@Robert DIY yes, in neutral you can push the car backwards. when on a lift and reverse selected, the tires spinn slightly backwards. easy fix or new transmission?

Robert DIY

Common issue with auto gear boxes. When mine failed reverse and another gear would kick in at the same time, canceling each other out.
Will the car roll backwards in neutral?

EnFuzzyGamer

4y↑1

With a manual transmission none of this would've happened :)

Robert DIY

exactly.

stovy

7y↑1

BMW says the fluid on the transmission in my car should never be changed also dose not have a dipstick.How long can the fluid really last robert ?

Robert DIY

+sienile actually I like the drain and fill process.

Robert DIY

+stovy untill it burns.

sienile

7y↑1

Those transmissions have drain and fill plugs. Depending on the model the fill plug may be deep inside a hole and require a special tool to remove and an adapter to attach a fill hose to. You should look for a factory service manual for your particular model for specifics because the procure can vary greatly.
At my shop we recommend fluid and filter changes between 80-100k miles regardless of manufacturer. Never flush a transmission as it may damage the seals. (I know that part conflicted with Robert's advice, but I've seen far too many transmissions damaged from flushing.) If the fluid is burnt, do several fluid changes within just a few miles of use between them to get as much of the bad fluid out as possible.

clariona

Filter Replacement? We have a 1995 Volvo 850 (no turbo), and the automatic transmission does not change from gear to gear as it should. We did a 3X fluid change as you advised, and this improved things for a few months, until now. Then a friend suggested we change the transmission filter. If there is one, where is it located and can the replacement be easily done? Also we discovered that the oil pan for transmission is not horizontal as in most other cars and not easily removed. So if the filter is inside the transmission, what can a DIY person do to replace it? Thanks again.

Robert DIY

There is not one.

Dee Lee

Robert let me pick you brain for a sec. Have a vehicle with about 240K original engine and trans. Drain and fill preformed after 180K with original fluids not sure if synthetic, Fluids inside was dark brown. After awhile the car stopped shifting into any gears. Dropped the pan and changed the filter and fluid with Valvoline Max Life. A year later the car wasnt getting power to wheels. Drained fluid it almost looked darker and had some metallic flakes. Dropped pan again changed filter and refilled with valvoline maxlife a synthetic fluid. transmission sounds like its engaging every time I select gears on auto trans. However still no power to wheels. Do you think its done for?

Robert DIY

Could be stuck parking brakes.

Dee Lee

Its a FWD Car. The Cv Boots are torn, It doesnt look like axle came out of the trans. When the front of the car is lifted the wheels will turn very slowly. It doesnt seem like it wants to roll in neutral or if it does it has much resistance. When lifted and in neutral the wheels do spin freely or atleast the fronts, rear wasnt checked, So calipers arnt sticking and brakes will stop the wheels when applied to the slowly rolling wheels jacked and in drive.

Robert DIY

Sounds like it. Are the axles in?

gooddad1975

You 100 percent right

Robert DIY

+gooddad1975 thanks for watching.

Subtropicalsband

Hi should I switch my fluid to synthetic it specifcally says use 3909 spec its the aisin 50-55 5speed auto

Robert DIY

I guess.

Angel Reyes

I have a red block, is ok to just change it with atf or maybe put some additive?? Thanks

Robert DIY

3y↑1

should be. on my 745 I added lucas trans fix stuff.

Kind of blow

Hy Robert, Glad to see this video. Thanks for advices.

Robert DIY

7y↑1

Thanks for watching.

CARLITO’S WAY

Who would u recommend to service a Volvo transmission! My mechanic or oil shop? For a flush

Robert DIY

I'm pretty sure the video explains that.

John D

5y↑1

Death Valley, Panament Mountain upgrade climb is 7 to 10 percent grade. Bad on cars. Lived out there several years. Yes drive with windows down and heater on. Even if it's 120 degrees outside. You will sweat a lot, but engine will not overheat .

Robert DIY

5y↑1

Engine made it fine, but not the tranny. 😳😟

Yah's General

What do tow with your 850? You think a white block with an auto trans could tow another Volvo?

Robert DIY

Yes.

gary miller

You are a true professional , Robert, and it is obvious you didn't grow up in the "Hood".

Robert DIY

5y↑1

LOL Pretty sure I did.

D Fields

Excellent vid

Robert DIY

4y↑1

Thanks for watching

Andre Peterson

So drain and fill. Drive a short trip. Then drain and fill again?

Robert DIY

https://youtu.be/kyM3Z-RWvcw

THE KILLER DON

Robert, my fluid is bad like the one here in the vid, the 2 aamco's I went to suggest I rebuilt my transmission. The car is 135k miles 04 Cadillac. I would rather do a fluid/filter change and add lucas instead of paying 2800 towards a car I paid 2k for. The slipping isn't that noticable, but since it's my everyday driver I notice it. I don't have the tools to do this myself. Can u give me ur opinion in my case, thank you.

Robert DIY

6y↑1

Same as the video.

Savina Lopez

I need help with window switches

Savina Lopez

on Saturday before Easter my car was broken into and they pulled off the switches but they didn't get they weren't able to get into the car or still the car but they did break off the switches and I don't know what

Savina Lopez

omgosh duh!! it's a 940 Turbo 1995

Robert DIY

Ok, I don't even know what kind of car you have? 🤔

John D

If transmission fluid is red, but smells a little burned and only has 5 thousand miles on the fluid is it still ok. Transmission only has 30 thousand miles on it. Truck not driven much. Maybe less than 1500 miles a year.

Robert DIY

If it smells burnt, I'd probably replace it.

shannon wasson

Ty Robert this is Brandon from Kentucky and ty for your time and help with everything dont forget when you come to Kentucky I owe you a drink & dinner

shannon wasson

@Robert DIY ty so much man and I have scrap yards you can look thru and u can see if u can find some diamonds in the ruff hope to see u soon have a great day ty always Brandon

Robert DIY

I'll be in the area in 2 weeks.

shannon wasson

@Robert DIY are you in ky if so I will call and set up a time to meet with you I will text you

Robert DIY

You'll need to text or call me.

99jiivee

This is why manual cars are "better", no worries of burning the ATF-fluids...

Pete Thompson

Well no - you have clutches every 2 years

Leo

7y↑1

@Robert DIY Next car i'm getting when mine officially gives out is def gonna be a manual.

Robert DIY

+99jiivee exactly why I'm going manual.

Leo

99jiivee Well fuck

JH

Need to change trans fluid in my wife's 2002 Volvo S80 looks really brown. Thought about dropping the pan ,changing filter , pouring the same amount of fluid back in after the new filter and pans back on ,disconnecting the bottom trans line from the radiator then cranking car while adding fluid at the same time until fluid looks new coming out of the line then shut the car off connect trans line back on radiator and add more fluid until fluid level is right on the dipstick.does that sound right to you?And was gonna use dex/merc Valvaline fluid.Is that the right fluid for that trans?I don't have the owners manual.

JH

Robert DIY I looked at the link you sent me on owners manuals and it said dexron 3 , 7.9 quarts thank a lot man

Robert DIY

Probably not. Check the manual for fluid type.

JH

Is that the right way to change it and the right fluid?

Robert DIY

http://volvo.custhelp.com/app/homeV3

Robert DIY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YB2B2bsiv6I

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Some Bloke

Only one thing wrong with your post Robert, you state it's your OPINION. Sorry, but it's FACT. I've been banging on about this for ever.

You have seen this thread, but for others:

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?p=2211964&posted=1#post2211964

Robert DIY

Yes sir, I did see your post. It's the main reason I know that these cars are made to ride the limit. Sad situation. Thank you for your info.

I say "opinion" just as a disclaimer position. Suffering 2 auto box failures, my experience is proof enough for me.

coolbluelights

An easy way to replace a lot of your transmission fluid is to just do a series of drains and fills. drain and fill, drive it a little bit, then drain and fill it again until the fluid you drain starts looking clean. you might waste some fluid doing it this way but it is the most DIY friendly way to do it.