Volvo software update may help along with programming the trans for the fluid flush.
https://www.tsbsearch.com/Volvo/TJ-16761 has the software description.

I've had this software update on the 2001 V70s and the 2004 XC70. All were improved with the update.

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New fuel filter
Full transmission fluid flush (Valvolene DEXRON III/MERCON)
Topped up oil (1 quart 5W-40)
Topped up coolant (Zerex G28)


Before naming my car I wanted to get an idea of its character, so in September I officially named her Saskia to portray the sporty/feisty nature ...

... for a student driver. No major engine or transmission problems with it; if you're willing to put ... Wiring Harness
Cleaned Oil Pan
Transmission Fluid Flush
Radiator replaced and Coolant Flushed
Thermostat

Front End/Steering:
Both Front Wheel Bearings
Both Front Inner and Outer Tie Rods ...

... a light into the dark corner of my auto transmission? Its a 6 speed TF-80 unit. Recently at about ... sensitive). Reading around people say that a flush would be a good idea as it sounds like ... UK who confirmed these boxes did not need a fluid change -unless cars were taxi or did heavy ...

Flushing any fluid system to replace bad fluid with good fluid is difficult. If it is a complex system all the parts must be drained or the old fluid diluted enough to declare refilled with new fluid. Think of discussions here about auto transmission fluid flushing.
Even if it is just a pipe or hose to ...

Drain and fill fluid, no power flush. What gear does the flare occur in and is reverse affected? Usually reverse is our canary for bad transmissions, if it’s dead or funny, the trans may mechanically have issues.

You should get it scanned to know the actual code. If there are no shift flares then that ...

... experiencing a similar issue. After three drain and fill cycles, my transmission has a rough shift between the second and third gears. However, I’ve ... the shifting seems to return to normal. Last night, I reset the fluid counter, which may have worsened the problem. I’m considering resetting ...

…..Probably could do a cooler return flush without a problem but up to you if you want to exchange it all.


I believe the 2016 xc60 has the 8-speed trans which means there is no external cooler or associated hoses. The “cooler” is a small, finned gizmo on the front side of the trans not much ...

170k is a long long way for transmission fluid. I would only do drain and refills. When doing drain, make sure you are draining the fluid into clean container. There is a possibility that transmission will be not happy with new fluid(less viscosity due to less worn particles inside of it) and you might ...

Be sure to reset the fluid counter after you flush, it matters.