2004 xc90 2.5T adding transmission fluid Topic is solved

eapowers64 · Post by **eapowers64** » 12 Aug 2019, 05:34

I need to add some transmission fluid as I lost about a 1/2 qt when I replaced the radiator. On this car, I don't see a dipstick. However, underneath the fuse box in the engine bay is a really large bolt on top of the transmission. Is that where I add? Does anyone know the size of that bolt? Finally, how do I know when I am at the proper level?

Thanks!

wanderdüne · Post by **wanderdüne** » 12 Aug 2019, 11:18

Don't touch that bolt. Yes, there is a dipstick, remove the air intake from the radiator support and look down under the small hoses. It's there, yellow dipstick.

Not positive, but reasonably sure you will end your transmission if you undo that top bolt.

*edit: looks like if that top bolt is removed, you lose 3rd gear and would need a rebuild.

eapowers64 · Post by **eapowers64** » 12 Aug 2019, 17:39

As we used to say in the Navy - disregard my last transmission (no pun intended). I am just a fool who did not look hard enough the first time! The dipstick in underneath the lower engine coolant hose.

Thanks!