V50 2.4i L5-2.4L VIN 38 B5244S4 (2008)
Fluid - A/T: Procedures
Oil Grade, Checking
Oil grade, checking
Note: As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models, some variation may occur. However, the
essential information is always correct.
Warning: Avoid skin contact with the transmission fluid.
Check
Checking oil
Note: Oil grade: Only automatic transmission fluid, Volvo P/N 116 1540-8 (1 liter container) may be used.
Check the oil. Take a sample with the dipstick.
Is the oil discolored or does it smell burnt?
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Check whether diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) TCM 0042 or TCM 0046 are stored
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Also fault-trace the transmission for diagnostic trouble code (DTC) TCM-0046
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When replacing oil, see: Transmission fluid, replacing
Is there water in the oil (gray discoloration)?
Determine the cause of the water in the oil
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Determine the cause of the water in the oil
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Replace the transmission.
Note: Always replace the radiator and the additional oil cooler (where applicable) if there are signs of water in the transmission fluid.
Flush out the oil lines
Only automatic transmission fluid, Volvo P/N 116 1540-8 (1 liter containers) may be used.
Warning: Avoid skin contact with the transmission fluid.
Transmission Oil Level - Checking
Transmission oil level - checking
Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Warning! Take great care when the vehicle is raised, the splashguard under the engine is removed and the engine is running. Watch out for
rotating components on the engine and the radiator fan. Be especially careful with your hair and fingers.
Warning! Avoid skin contact with the oil.
Note! Only use transmission oil with Volvo part no.: 116 1540-8 (1-litre), 116 1640-6 (4-litre).
Check
Conditions
