Check the oil
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Oil grade:
Only ATF oil, Volvo P/N 1161540-8 (1 liter containers) may be used.
WARNING:
Avoid skin contact with the transmission fluid.
Check the oil. Take a sample with the dipstick.
Is the oil discolored or does it smell burnt?
- Check whether diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) TCM 0042 or TCM 0046 are stored
- Also fault-trace the transmission for diagnostic trouble code (DTC) TCM-0046
- When changing the oil, see Oil, changing .
Is there water in the oil (gray discoloration)?
- Determine the cause of the water in the oil
- Replace the transmission
- For gasoline engines, see Removal and Installation
Flush the oil cooler, pipes and oil hoses
Only ATF oil, Volvo P/N 1161540-8 may be used.
WARNING:
Avoid skin contact with the transmission fluid.