Check the Oil

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Only ATF oil which meets the demands for Dexron II E and Ford Mercon may be used.

Check the oil by taking a sample with the dipstick.

Discolored or burnt smell?

Check whether the diagnostic unit has recorded any diagnostic trouble codes (DTC code 2-3-5).
If DTC 2-3-5 is displayed, smell the oil.
Also fault-trace the transmission per DTC 2-3-5.
Change oil, see Changing oil .

Is there water in the oil (grey discoloration)

Determine the reason why water is present in the oil.
Replace transmission according to Gearbox, replacing .
Flush oil cooler and oil lines clean according to Removing .