Draining 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.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pipe Bracket Screws

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Remove:

The screws on the oil pipe's brackets.
The two screws for the torque stay mounting's bracket on the gearbox.

Drain the transmission oil.

NOTE: Only if the gearbox must be replaced or if the oil is to be changed. Drain plug torque: 40 Nm .

WARNING: The oil can be very hot.

Right-hand drive cars only

Fig 2: Identifying Impact Absorber Bolts

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Remove the collision protection system above the steering gear (2 screws).