Volvo Automatic Transmission Service DIY (S60, S80, V60, V70, XC60, XC70, XC90 & More)

►Is your transmission slipping? Are you experiencing any hard or overly aggressive shifts? Have you gone 30,000 miles or more since your last fluid change? If you've answered "yes" to any of these questions, it's time to service your Volvo's automatic transmission.
In this DIY FCP Euro's Volvo Catalog Manager, Adam Goral, walks us through the necessary steps in order to drain, fill, and replace the fluid in your Volvo's transmission. We'll also discuss the tools needed, parts recommended to replace, and any tips and tricks to expedite the process.
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This is a comprehensive kit put together by Adam that includes everything you need to get the job done, including the updated spec of fluid provided by Aisin. This includes the fluid and gaskets you need as well as seals & plugs that otherwise may be forgotten. Aisin is the manufacturer of the TG-81SC and TF-80SC transmissions, so you know you're using the highest quality fluid and components in your Volvo when you purchase this particular kit.
Aisin Type WS fluid is the only approved oil for Aisin TG81SC transmissions. None of the other fluids available on the market have been evaluated by Volvo to meet the requirements of these specific transmissions regarding shift quality, slipping lock-up functionality and transmission durability.
Final fluid level should be set while the transmission temperature is warm (50-60C) with engine running on a level surface. An electronic TCM reset is highly recommended after the oil change, especially if it has been a while since the last service.
We recommend replacing or changing the fluid in your Volvos automatic transmission roughly every 30,000 miles. If you are unsure of when the last time your Volvo has had its fluid changed - it's a good idea to go ahead and change it for peace of mind. It is also a good idea to change the fluid if you are experiencing and slipping or hard and overly aggressive shifting from the transmission.
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Tools Needed:
-T25
-T30
-T40
-T55
-17mm
-Ratchet
-Extension
-Flat head screwdriver
Other searches may include:
-Volvo TG-81 Service
-Volvo TF-80 Service
-Volvo S60 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo S80 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo S90 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo V60 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo V60 Cross Country Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo V90 Cross Country Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo V90 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo V70 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo XC40 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo XC60 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo XC70 Automatic Transmission Service
-Volvo XC90 Automatic Transmission Service
This kit is applicable to the following vehicles:
Volvo S60
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
Volvo S80
2014
2015
2016
Volvo S90
2017
2018
Volvo V60
2015
2016
2017
2018
Volvo V60 Cross Country
2015
2016
2017
2018
Volvo V90
2018
Volvo V90 Cross Country
2017
2018
Volvo XC40
2019
Volvo XC60
2015
2016
2017
2018
Volvo XC70
2015
2016
Volvo XC90
2016
2017
2018
About Aisin
Located in Japan and established in 1965, Aisin is an OE manufacturer for BMW, Diamler AG, Volvo, and many more, manufacturing a wide mix of auto parts including water pumps, fan clutches, fan clutch blades, master cylinders, control valves, oil pumps, pulley brackets, electric fuel pumps, friction disks, clutch pressure plates, timing belt kits and timing belt tensioners. Trust Aisin with reliable parts that fit the first time. “Quality First” is Aisin’s philosophy.

[@fcpeuro]

Check out the kit used in this video here: bit.ly/2JQ51Zt

[@asforme762]

Great video!!! While watching I noticed your lower torque rod bushing looks to be a bluish color... Is that a polyurethane upgrade or the stock bushing? I need to replace one.

[@fcpeuro]

@@asforme762 Glad you enjoyed the video. Its actually the stock bushing found here www.fcpeuro.com/products/volvo-torque-rod-mount-corteco-31401239 . Hope you get it fixed!

[@asforme762]

I'm interested in changing the flui on a S80 I purchased but I'm worried. I had a Audi several years ago that had high mileage on it when I purchased it so wanted to change the transmission fluid. Once the new fluid was in, the Audi couldn't move at all when drive was engaged. The shop said the clutches in transmission were so badly burned, they could not pick up the new fluid. They actually threw the old fluid back in the transmission to get the car to move again. My question is... Should you change the fluid on a high mileage car if you're not sure if it's ever been changed? Is there any test that can be done before changing the fluid to know if it's ok to change it?

[@aggieE46]

Is the procedure for the 6 speed the same?

[@pappidk5gk]

Thanks Guys, great and very informative video Uncle D.

[@simsneon2]

Please keep the Volvo videos going this video was very helpful and I surely do appreciate it

[@fcpeuro]

Glad you found it helpful, simsneon2! We'll be sure to do more Volvo videos!

[@kennethtimmer3504]

Perfect video...thorough, well explained. I love it when you tell us the exact tool sizes. Also very organized and clean. Thanks, I'll I view more from you!

[@ardie72]

you should let the transmission sit for 10 seconds in every gear (both ways up and back)...this will dilute the fluid properly the first two drains and give you a closer to bright red at final fill.

[@soylentgreen2065]

Outstanding video: list of tools and which one you are using on each chore, super videography, great lighting and angles, both the how and why very well explained. Ive watched hundreds of these videos and I cant remember one better than this.

[@fcpeuro]

Wow soylent green, we cant thank you enough for the glowing review of the video! Glad you found it helpful and well shot.

[@sebastianlema3331]

I Made this same procedure un my P3 V70, but 3 times flushing because my car had 120.000 KM, the transmission running smooth like a silk sheet!!!

[@lostepisode3]

I did it to my p3 v70 it has 250.000 km had to do it 4 times and now it shifts like new

[@roganbirnie4249]

Exactly what I needed for my 2018 XC90. Thank you for providing excellent content and concise instruction.

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome, Rogan! Happy to help!

[@mctobbsi]

I really enjoyed to see the care you took doing this work. Everything from being clean and using a torque wrench to not overtightening the screws that hold splash shield. If everyone took that amount of care our cars would be better and I would gladly hire a mechanic for repairs and services.

[@Solo_rav4]

Stefan, Thank you very much for your time, could you tell me how you measure the oil level at 50 degrees? Do you measure it with neutral gear, parking, or direct gear? thank youStefa

[@johnhawkins7995]

Excellent video! how critical is the temperature measurement? everything else is easy but to check temp you need the electronic diagnostic device. Any way to get close without the tool?

[@biz4twobiz463]

Nope

[@Bob-nu3xe]

drive for 25 mins you have to run the car anyway to get the new oil up to temp

[@MA-zv7vt]

From Iraq, thank you so much you powered me to do the transmission oil change at home. Thank you brother 😊

[@davidgold5961]

Your English is excellent, however, let me make one small correction respectfully: I believe you could use the word “empowered” versus “powered”. It is a subtle but important distinction. Thank you!

[@ludwint7031]

I’m confused why did he put 4 quarts back in for the final fill when only 3.25 came out the first time?

[@Scythes]

The exess is drained out when setting the level.

[@MrPontus]

wow, that two stage drainplug is an awesome feature to have

[@kidritalin1]

Many thanks for the video. I'm in the USA, so I'm using (inch/lbs.) torque's and temperature degrees fahrenheit, so will make the conversions. Also, I'm dealing with and older model (2007) XC90 (six cylinder). But hopefully this gives me a good start. Thanks!

[@phillipdewitt4454]

On my first attempt to change the transmission fluid. My small drain plug was not the standard , t30 too small and t40 too large. I have three Torx driver sets (SnapOn, Gearwrench and Duralast) but none included a t35. If you don’t own a t35 might be a good idea to buy one.

[@atanasneykov1514]

One of the best tutorials and explanations how to change the gear oil in VOLVO. Thank you!

[@jonsmail8082]

Where does one get the giant measuring cup that trans fluid first drained into?

[@vitopolosa3017]

At a restaurant shop , those are mostly used for cooking

[@jeffwasilko]

Thanks for the great video....I just serviced the transmission on my 2017 V60 Polestar. The video made it a super easy process!

[@fcpeuro]

Glad it helped!

[@joey1917]

Very good Job on the Video, I have a question for the 2012 XC70 AWD 3.2 I6 engine with 6 speed automatic, is the same exact procedure or is there a difference? Thank you in Advance

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Joe, the idea will be similar!

[@tylerm3930]

Great video, thanks. Although shouldn’t you also drop the pan and change the filter and gasket? Also, is it not necessary to complete the VIDA/DICE procedure, just bring the car up to operating temperature before final fill?

[@mcg6762]

This is a sealed transmission

[@patagualianmostly7437]

There is no filter.

[@johnw7742]

After watching this excellent video I became motivated to change the fluid in my 2018 S60. I've had it for about 6 months and it would occasionally shift with a thump. It has 93k miles and pretty sure it hasn't been changed before as the fluid was quite dirty. Overall it was relatively easy although the fill plug was really tight and took a lot of force to remove. Surprisingly I didn't even make a big mess which is my specialty. After the second fill I plugged in the scanner and the fluid was already at 33C. but I was surprised how long it took to get to 50C. I didn't time it but pretty sure it was more than 30 minutes. Finally, I took it for a short drive and it seems to shift better than before.

[@RandyB509]

This process works in the 2003 xc70 ? I'm 3rd owner and no one has done any maintenance on the car it has 220000 miles on it im afraid I may be to late and have other issues but I'm starting with maintenance stuff before I dig deep Into a rebuilt Transmission so the D&R process I'm doing ty can a person put in a additive in the Trans fluid to help an older high millage transmission ?

[@ireneusjustinpolicarp8628]

Always great videos gentlemen. 2015 V60 R design with brown leather seats with black exterior..Nice! Truly no need to take the air box out. Demo purpose only. So much space to move around. Crazy squirrels go in my engine bay when parked outside on cold nights. They leave a mess of nut shells.

[@fcpeuro]

Those crazy squirrels have good taste picking a Volvo, though!

[@edijares1543]

They like Swedish design.

[@edijares1543]

Great tutorial. So I can do this without a VIDA software. All I have to do is to let it warm up about 20 minutes or more then I should be good to go.

[@edijares1543]

My independent Volvo tech is charging me $400. to do this. It’s like an engine oil change except longer.

[@rosen9425]

Overall perfect video 👌 The quality is so high that the first oil draining looks like a string one small thing I picked up on. 4 quarts is technically only 3,78 liters 😅

[@ruthless236]

Great video! I found a similar kit on your website for the TF-80SC 6 speed gearbox, but the fitment only included the petrol versions. Do you have a kit for a 2015 Volvo XC70 D5 AWD (215 hp) ? Thanks!

[@ssingh582]

Thanks for the video, this video enabled me to carry out a gearbox oil change on my BMW 2 series Aisin gearbox

[@fcpeuro]

Glad this worked for you G Singh. Its great when you're able to carryover instructions from one platform to another.

[@ulfmagnusson6384]

One question: If you control in the last step the level...the motor is running..OK . but must the automatic stand at neutral/ park or in drive/ backwarts ?

[@kospencer1]

I am surprised Volvo allows you to change the transmission fluid without sacrificing an arm.

[@chrisz.932]

Excellent informative video. Great professional guy , describing everything clearly. Thank you !

[@plines123]

This is one of the best how to automotive videos I have seen. I purchased the kit and the wrong one but you guys helped me out by sending me for free the one piece that was different! The drain screw T40 had been previously stripped. With a dremel tool I cut a slot so that I could use a large flat head screw driver to take it out. (rather then drill and easy outs). Thank You.

[@seshachary5580]

Thank you for your great service. QUESTION -VIDA rec.to "reset" transmission oil counter. Was the Autel tool shown in this video able to "RESET" transmission oil counter. Thank you

[@UncleJuulian]

Quick question lads, i just bought a 2007 s60r with the tf80sc, it has 237k miles and im unsure if the trans oil was ever flushed. It seems the valve solanoid for the trans is going bad due to shift flares, hard shifts, etc. Is it bad to flush all of it now without replacing the valve solanoid first? Or will flushing it remove the gunk that also is holding those solenoids together to allow engagements?

[@Nebhotep1]

Great video! I'm doing the oil change on Monday. Just one question: shouldn't the TCM be updated after the oil change?

[@patagualianmostly7437]

I heard that too, But one needs the Vida-Dice system to reset the parameters.

[@xpacmaner23]

Perfect tutorial. That perfect choice and avoid flush transmission is pressure to get out dirty cause damage to gearbox. Better drain and fill diluted instead of flush machine. Scotty Kilmer REV UP! :)

[@fcpeuro]

Glad you like the video, Juan!

[@andretigiovaneti7587]

Is this the same for a 2019 S60??

[@matthewwallace568]

My volvo dealer says not to change my transmission fluid on my 2005 s40 2.4 with 210,000 Km. I'm confused. I just want to change my fluid so it run smoother.

[@fcpeuro]

We always recommend changing fluids, even the ones that are considered "lifetime"!

[@matthewwallace568]

Thank you.

[@jamesringler987]

If you have the aw 55 transmission use only JWS 3309 spec oil Mobil is a good choice

[@iggy151]

@@jamesringler987 or Toyota Type IV which can normally be purchased locally at a Toyota dealership for a very reasonable price.

[@FilipKohout]

Nice video! What is the best oil change interval for TG-81SC? I have volvo v60 2019.

[@swesleyc7]

Your service manual says. My 2019 XC40 T5 says to do so at 50k

[@douglaswallace7765]

Hello again wee question have u ever heard of doing an change of oil on an xc90 with 119k miles that has maybe never had a great oil change before to cause issues after doing the 2 flushes and fill . Also is it important to do a TCM update

[@looncraz]

This is rather common - old oil being replaced by too much clean oil has been known to reveal problems (not technically cause them - the problem was already there, but the dirty oil was hiding it). For this reason I prefer a simpler procedure: drain, measure what came out, put that much new back in, call it a day. Do it every other oil change.

[@Golfmanas]

Why there is such an excessive fluid amount when the T40 plug is undone for the first time? It should have been filled in up to the plug level, and it seems that it has been overfilled? Where is that extra fluid coming from? It is because the level is set when the car is running and the fluid is circulating somewhere in a gearbox? Strange procedure I would say... Another question - is there a filter you need to change as well? Thanks!

[@fcpeuro]

No filter to be done on this one! Completely normal for fluid to come out since it is off and not at operating temp, being pumped through the system.

[@josianelenfant3699]

Hi, Do you have to reset a counter in the onboard computer to tell that you changed the gearbox oil ? Can this be done with the Maxicheck MX808 ? I have read this in the VIDA tool. It is to avoid later-on a DTC (in case of heavy load). Regards

[@yonmusak]

Just be careful about doing this change unless you have the means to reset the electrickery inside to tell the system the transmission oil has been changed.

[@alcraig1]

Would you suggest doing an 'adaption' after changing the oil? And what exactly does an adaption do?

[@alexandermartincausey7333]

An adaption just resets the transmission computer to new fluid. The transmission is "smart" and has a program that will adjust shift points, calculate shift times, etc to maximize smoothness and minimize wear as the fluid gets old. Changing the fluid? Reset the adaptions.

[@batteryman16]

I'm afraid to ask the dealer how much they would charge to reset the adaptations.

[@jeffvanstone]

@@batteryman16 $249 from my local Volvo dealer

[@batteryman16]

@@jeffvanstone yikes! That's crazy for 10 minutes of work if you car is being serviced for something else.

[@waterpolovin]

What i don't understand is that you went through all the effort with double oil change etcetera but didn't change the transmission oil filter as recommended by the manufacturer

[@JohnRogers0014]

It's an internal filter unfortunately.

[@kuchar-st3fn]

Is it necessary to correct the oil consumption counter?

[@alexandermartincausey7333]

The shops and dealers in my area have a different (and better in my opinion) method. They remove the lines and set up an empty bucket for the new fluid and the supply line sucks in fresh fluid from a large container. They usually bill me for 12qts. Then they just start the engine and let the pump cycle out all the old fluid. When the fluid coming out turns new, they shut the car off, put all the lines back, reset the fluid counters, and set the level.

[@jonathanlindsay2473]

So that's not really very helpful for a DIY-er which this video is targeted at.

[@alexandermartincausey7333]

@@jonathanlindsay2473 Your opinion, but many DIYers on the Swedespeed forum do it this way too. Personal preference, really.

[@jinfan775]

I have 2013/2014 XC90, first gen. Do you need to reset the transmission fluid counter using Volvo DiCE for the 2nd gen?

[@BruteWillis]

Really would love to see a video for transmission flushes manual gearbox P1 V50 2.4 engine.

[@dollarssignmoneybags]

How many liters of ATF does 2013 xc60 take?

[@bioret]

Everyone: DO NOT attempt to bypass reading the temperature using a scan tool. It needs to be at the temperature range mentioned so that final level is correct. Do not risk over or worse, under filling your transmission by using one of those “good enough” methods such as using a laser thermometer or whatever else you come up with

[@tomgeronimo3090]

Fluid expands when heated and contracts when allowed to cool down. Why not just measure the drained old fluid and allow to cool down at room temperature. When done, that is the right level of the new fluid to fill. It seemed that the process shown here may not be necessary... What do you think???

[@bioret]

@@tomgeronimo3090 this is the only alternate procedure that I’d consider

[@tomgeronimo3090]

@@bioret No has tried the 'cooling' approach yet. Unless you have a fluid leak on your transmission 'vault', the drained fluid should be the right volume to replace. This is a science fact. I still wonder why no one has thought of this...

[@bioret]

@@tomgeronimo3090 I’ve seen it mentioned in ATF drain and fill forums for other cars. I’m not totally opposed to it. That said for most cars the ATF temperature can be read by a cheap OBD2 reader so why not do it the right way (not sure if the p3 Volvos show it on the cheap OBD2 readers or VIDA & DICE are needed) My original post is a tip based on experience when doing a friend’s Hyundai after following a “guide” which okayed a temperature gun we ended up with much less fluid that we should have replaced.

[@mannypuerta5086]

@@tomgeronimo3090 I have let the car cool overnight, drained, measured and filled with exactly the same volume of fluid (at the same temperature as the drained fluid). I do this every 30K miles and have had no issues.

[@andy530i]

I did my friend C30 with an AW55 transmission recently, but the method I used was different. After drining the gearbox & refilling , we the disconnected the oil output to the oil cooler , then ran the engine for a couple of seconds to push a litre of oil out, stopped the engine & replaced a litre. This was carried out 5 times, or untill the oil is clear. This method greatly reduces the new oil mixing with the old oil.

[@funkentelechy_0]

andy530i This is called the Gibbon method

[@kristopherlind3790]

Is this about the same for the TF80 transmission? As far as tools are concerned

[@JatinMistri]

How many liters of oil you drained and refilled? I have a s40 2.4 I 2004 model.

[@magnetpull7587]

Thanks for video. I heard I might need a filter change as well though, which filter would that be?

[@wangshuokevin]

Nice video! I have no idea why I didn't subscribe consider I watched a lot of your guys videos and bought stuff from your website as well. Just subed! Also any plan to do a DIY video on a 2018 XC90's rear haldex diff oil change?

[@davidkuhn3970]

Don’t you need to reset the “Transmission fluid change “ counter?

[@martinwolfson]

Be nice if you got a reply on this. No one seems to know for sure. Some research from posters on swede speed and other sites indicate that the counter works (or initiates counting) when a certain temperature is reached. I think ultimately after a certain number a DTC is set indicating transmission service required. I get the impression that the counter need not be reset. If you intend on owning the car long-term it's probably advisable to obtain the knockoff Vida dice soft and hardware to enable you to delve into the brains and make adjustments including the transmission reset as necessary.

[@Dr.Reason]

I’m sure glad that Volvo has made changing tranny fluid so complex and expensive. otherwise you wouldn’t think you were doing it on a Volvo.

[@isaiahshamar]

🤣

[@amana1480]

6:29 So if it's used to set the transmission fluid level, surely no fluid should come out when you remove the first drain plug?

[@jonwilder2735]

The car must be running for the level check. The first drain was done with the car off so fluid will come out of the level plug.

[@jonwilder2735]

Yes. That is correct in park. I believe you should run thru all gears, pausing briefly in each and then check level in park at proper fluid temperature. At least that is how I do it.

[@amana1480]

@@adrian69644 Which Peugeot?

[@amana1480]

@@adrian69644 What gearbox does it have?

[@thedinobloxsquad7879]

Very useful videos! Thanks a lot! But where can i get the new o-ring for plug?

[@topeolawaiye5869]

An interesting and educative video. Good one

[@joshuaforletta7861]

Hi guys is it worth changing just the fluid for the transmission ? As I've been told gearbox needs to come out to change filter etc ?

[@fcpeuro]

Staying on top of intervals will help reduce the need of the transmission removal. So if the fluid is still new enough to just do fluid services, that will help a lot!

[@frank3450]

Would this be the same procedure for a 2018 BMW X1 xDrive Aisin 8-speed transmission? Per Wikipedia, the BMW X1's Aisin unit (AWF8F35) is the same as Volvo's TG-81SC. Thank you!

[@mystuff4475]

Ever get an answer on this? (2018 X1 owner)

[@frank3450]

@@mystuff4475 FCP Euro did respond to same question below by someone else ("yes"). This video was very helpful when I did the ATF drain and fill on my 2018 X1. I didn't use the Volvo fluid of kit. Went with a different fluid from FCP Euro and BMW washers/drain plug.

[@mystuff4475]

@@frank3450 thanks, guess I'm not seeing the other reply. Was the other fluid the Top Tec 1800 ATF? That shows in a search for my X1, but no kit shows.

[@frank3450]

@@mystuff4475 Not sure if the Top Tec is compatible. I used Febi Bilstein 29934 fluid, which cross references to the BMW's ATF 6 spec. Not suggesting one fluid over another. Definitely do your own research, too.

[@franciskennedy1782]

Good job my friend from Liverpool 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@chakt2772]

Thanks for the great video.

[@fcpeuro]

Our pleasure Chak

[@mikeleschnitman9504]

Any instruction for c30 2008 automatic ATF fluid check +drain and fill?

[@shmeegie32]

hey ive done it myself before and getting ready to do it again.. was hoping for a video to refresh my memory but no luck. From what I remember jack the car up, take out airbox, find dipstick, drain (should get about 4L), fill through dipstick hole, shift through the gears, check dipstick and add fluid if needed.

[@EnricoPalazzo]

I dont understand something.. how much oil I got to buy - 4litres or 8? Why are you filling AT 2 times, because capacity is only about 3.5l? It's kind of flushing?

[@belos65]

Hello! Many thanks! for this valuable Video. I have a Volvo s60 Diesel. D3 Year model 2018. Automatic Gearbox. It's called the TF-71SC. Do you do the same way as you do in this Video, when you change the gearbox oil on my car? Thanks! From Tommy Bertilsson from Sweden

[@patoreyes5742]

Have you got any idea if it is possible to replace transmission fluid in a v60 t5 2014? As long as I know it’s not possible due to the transmission is sealed! Cheers !

[@fcpeuro]

Yes, it would be the same procedure as show here.

[@patoreyes5742]

@@fcpeuro great! I did it myself ! thanks!

[@jerryx2000]

Doesn’t the rear wheel also have oil to be changed if it’s a 4w drive?

[@angeldqwerty]

can this still be done after around 100,000 km? (~60,000 miles) dont know the service history of the car but if I'd had to guess I'd say it has never been changed

[@borislazic659]

Same question from me, but for around 150.000 km, on used car, without previous oil changes. Many claims that is risky to change oil on high mileage.

[@josepires4083]

French dealership mechanic told me to do it at 100 000 kms.

[@ThugFightsBmx]

Im doing it on 190k km so I think it’s better late then never, not doing a flush now but in the future if I feel like everything’s good.

[@MarcelloTheBandit]

If I may ramble, this takes me back to when my friend and I tried doing this on his 2009 IS350 and my P2 T5 last year. When it was time to fill the torque converter with new fluid, I drew the short straw and laid under the car pumping fluid into the fill plug on his IS while we had the level check in it (same design as here) until bright red came out into the pan we had underneath. Then we let it get to temp and did a final check. He was inside shifting gears after primary fill because he's obsessive about his car. So far everything is fine, but Ionder if that could be done here. I just don't want to get us all in trouble. 😂

[@jt3574]

Amazingly detailed video, Thank you... subscribing now!!

[@swesleyc7]

For my 2019 XC40 I removed approx. 2.5-L of Tx fluid from a cold Tx and engine. I did not use a scan tool to monitor fluid level at the end. I did what the video instructed: drained first, then added 4-qt, restarted engine and rowed the gears (didn't run long enough to get up to temp), then drained exactly the 4-qt I put in during the 1st refill. Lastly, I measured exactly the same amount I removed when I first drained it (2.5-L) and refilled with exactly that at the last fill.

[@faisalamodu7869]

Did something go wrong or is it running good

[@rey_at_rsquared]

I do exactly the same. It works fine as long as the current fluid was set at the factory. The key is not to let it warm up too much so the volume does not change.

[@swesleyc7]

It seems to be running just fine. Been quite some time since I did. But you're right this will work as long as temp during the drain is the same temp as the fluid I put in and we presume the fluid level in the Tx was correct from the factory to begin with. So far so good though.

[@douglaswallace7765]

Great tutorial love the way u explain everything so well . I have a 2012xc90 2.4 d5 I take it there is no filter to be changed I've done a bit of research and it doesn't seem like there is thanks in advance

[@Bob-nu3xe]

no Doug the filter is inside the box

[@douglaswallace7765]

@@Bob-nu3xe great thanks so I take it u leave it alone

[@StevesGarage]

I need one of those clear pitchers! Way easier than draining it into an old oil jug.

[@fcpeuro]

And far more satisfying 😅

[@StevesGarage]

@@fcpeuro just ordered fluids from you guys and a container from Amazon. I'm ready to go now!

[@pockeystar]

Vill you possibly also do the same procedure for Aisin AW55 transmission on p1 volvo please?

[@Gizmo42Rodeo]

The procedure I saw and did on mine was a real pain. Disconnect the return hose from the trans cooler into the trans. Use a peice of hose to extend that hose into a container you can see the fluid level in. Put a hose with a funnel attached to the tube where the return hose went into the transmission. Start the engine and run it until 2 quarts have been pumped into the container. Shut engine off an pour 2 quarts of fluid into the funnel going into the trans. Repeat. Shift through the gears as you are repeating. I did I think I did 12 quarts with the procedure.

[@ruangoto]

Nice video! Maybe you guys know, so it could help me I live abroad and love DIYing my Volvo but it’s a model never sold in the US A google search brought me my V40 has the very same T5 2.0 engine with 8-speed Aisin So my question is Is the procedure likely to be the same?

[@adamhrivnak263]

Gearbox dont need softwear reset after oil change ?

[@yiabbadi]

yes dealer does reset

[@patagualianmostly7437]

@@yiabbadi Hi...Yes, I can just imagine the conversation: "Hi Mr Dealer...Look I've done my own transmission fluid change and totally by-passed your expensive showroom, workshop & highly paid technicians.... I need a 'reset' on the software.... will $5 cover it?" Good luck with that. The real Volvo technicians pay thousands of $$$$$ to upgrade their testing and analysis equipment...directly to Volvo...for their software updates. It's another industry altogether.

[@rosen9425]

@@patagualianmostly7437 They will say "sure. $50, not 5"

[@lukeursic]

I did made one more flush after 5000 km

[@andrewg367]

Thanks for the video! Just ordered the refill kit from you guys and with the video it should be easy peasy.

[@fcpeuro]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@michigan_supercars6569]

Thanks FCP Euro for this tutorial on to do this. Today my car made a big of a thud sound when I shifted into Drive. I've never had it happen before and it gave me a bit of a scare. I feel that now is the time to change my Transmisson fluid (I'm not even sure when the last time it was done because I can't find a record of it) especially because I've noticed some hard shifting otherwise. This video perfectly explained everything and now I am more confident that I can complete this procedure. Thanks again!

[@fcpeuro]

Glad to be of some help! Sounds like a fluid service is certainly in order!

[@Bob-nu3xe]

I got around 6.5 litres in (two dumps) drove the car (s60 D5) around 20 mins to warm the new oil up then checked the level (engine running level ground) about a cup full drained but put the level plug in before completely stopped haven't reset the counter, auto box runs spot on millage 100,000, old oil was black so no brainer

[@oynamalan]

Question. Some amount of fluid came out of the box when you first removed the level plug. But you only put back the leveled amount of fluid back in. Doesn't that mean you put less than you drain?

[@YoNorton]

Awesome video demonstration. Thank you!

[@fcpeuro]

You are welcome, Martin!

[@turbovan65]

I have a 12 volt oil pump so I'm thinking of making an adapter to adapt 3/8" hose to the small drain plug. I'll buy an extra drain plug, drill it out, and weld a short piece of 1/8" pipe (3/8" dia) to it. This way I could simply pump the new oil in from the bottom for each fill, eliminating the hassle of ever removing and re-installing the airbox.

[@MynameisEGIS]

How come so much oil came out once you undid level drain bolt for ghe first time? Incorrect level was filled by previous maintenance? Shouldn't it have been few drops at most splash fills inside that drain pkug tube only

[@joseduranjr4963]

The dealership flushed my transmission fluid at 58,000 miles. I’m told there was an extra 12 ounces. Will that hurt my 2017 VOLVO XC60 if there’s 12 extra ounces of transmission fluid?

[@MrScorpioninstinct]

I opened the level plug at 50 degree C but the it kept draining and draining till the temp reached 67 degree C then it started to dribble and i finally torqued the level plug. Now i am worried if i have lesser oil in the tranny because the fluid that drained out the level plug was 1800ml. Is it normal? Car was perfectly level while this was done.

[@douglaswallace7765]

Hi there love your videos I've just done the gear oil change like u have shown on 2012 xc90 2.4 d5 12ltrs of oil so first drain then fill drain then fill drain then final fill is it normal for 1250ml to come back out with engine running at 51 plus degrees tha k you look forward to your reply . Scared to drive it incase not enough oil in box 😮

[@nrgglider]

Excellent video please make more content of this car !!!

[@fcpeuro]

As this is Adam - our Volvo Catalog managers new daily driver, there will be plenty more to come!

[@obadaalomari1821]

@@fcpeuro can you do the same for 1999-2006 S80?

[@matthewhall2320]

I’m looking at buying a 2010 XC90 in the UK. Rather than pay to have a shop replace the fluid, I’d rather buy a scan tool and the service parts and do it myself. It probably won’t be much more to do this than to pay to have the service done, and then Ive got the scan tool to keep. Will the Autel scan tools display the fluid temperature on a 2010 vehicle?

[@yaro2b]

Hey Grat Video. Quick one,,, why there is oil coming out (05:30) from the level plug.. since the same plug is used afterwards to set maximum level..when no oil is no more dripping ??

[@DavidDing-n1h]

Great video! I was trying to T55 to loose up the screw for the transmission oil box but it appears the screw was frozen- any thing that can help to loose it up?

[@jovesu5837]

The video Car owners in China came to like it👍，my car is changan cs75plus ，Automatic Transmission type is TG82SC

[@RobKiss1981]

Hi, great video. I just bought an 2012 XC70 with same box. Car have 105000 miles on the clock and the gearbox had fluid flush at 60000. I going to replace the oil and flush the box again soon. I noticed, when I do three point turn and shift from R to D the box kinda jerks littlebit sometimes, I was wondering if its normal. The box it self shifting nice and smooth. Thx Rob

[@joeheinzle]

Adam- Crazy there is not a filter to change on the transmission. 2018 V60 FWD

[@Mr18Chapin]

Do these transmissions have internal filters? And do you recommend replacing it?

[@KrzysztofNadolny]

Isn't it better to flush ATF to replace whole oil (so called dynamic change)? I found different opinions and I'm confused now. I have similar transmission in my Peugeot, did drain & fill once at 55,000 miles (only 4 liters), now have 93,000 miles and... Should I do drain & fill twice as you instruct here or maybe full flush will be better?

[@51exequiel]

I have 184,000 mileage on Volvo 2007 S80, 6cyl. Can I do this without the computer to check the temperature by Just following all your acts? Will I get the same temperature?Also can I use Valvoline ATF?

[@aboodalasmar8647]

Hellow , i havw a volvo c30 2010 2.0 petrol non turbo, i change automatic gear oil now my car shows transmission performance low and it gets stuck i need to restart the car move note that i used liqui moly oil for volvoc30 please help

[@michaeldreves5072]

Can you do a transmission fluid drain and fill just like you just did without a scan tool because you said on the very last fill you need to get the transmission up to a specific temperature of 50 to 60 degrees Celsius or can I just run the vehicle for 20 to 30 minutes and get the vehicle to the correct operating temperature also do you need a scan tool to reset the transmission codes after the drain and fill so you don't get any unusual codes for like temperature or something

[@AB-hx9hs]

Not sure why this says V70 as I don't think this is the same for the V70. I flushed (Not drained) the transmission fluid on my 2002 V70 in 2018 where I used up 12 quarts of fluid to flush the old fluid out using the pipes that go to the transmission cooler. How often do I need to do this ?