Many DIYer are changing AFT frequently, and I often learn from their posts. JRL is best for pointers.
After following the Simple D&F procedure a dozen time on my two cars, I say, a safe refill amount starts with 3 US quarts of freshly opened AFT fluid bottles. Fill slowly -- way slowly than you fill the motor oil.
Now give tranny fluid a workout with normal driving so that the air has escaped and fluid real hot, 150º – 180ºF (place a probe on outer surface of tranny if VIDA is not available). While fluid hot and engine idling take a measurement on the hot side of dipstick and then add no more than 50ml at a time to reach your favorite level.
Each time you add little fluid do a shift cycle between gears.
Wear goggles and gloves for safety.
It really works, and predictable the next time.
I will order my 4th case of MOBIL ATF 3309.
ATF MOBIL 3309 (3USQ = 2839ML/2.839L)
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JRL
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WRONG FLUID, NOT 3309 compliant
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2007 V70 2.5T White/Oak 111,000 MILES. Polestar tune, IPD bars, rear spoiler, dark grey Thors, DWS 06, HU850, sub.
2000 V70R Black, 144,000 miles Wife's R.
2007 V70 2.5T White/Oak 111,000 MILES. Polestar tune, IPD bars, rear spoiler, dark grey Thors, DWS 06, HU850, sub.
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Not wrong, xHeart also has a 2001 V70, which uses 3309 fluid.
Back on topic, I have found that for both of my 1998 S70 and 2005 XC90, with a simple drain and refill, a refill with 3.3 qt is the ticket!
It is dead on every time I check the fluid after the 3.3 qt.
Back on topic, I have found that for both of my 1998 S70 and 2005 XC90, with a simple drain and refill, a refill with 3.3 qt is the ticket!
It is dead on every time I check the fluid after the 3.3 qt.
2004 V70 2.5T 100K+
2005 XC90 2.5T 110K+
2005 XC90 2.5T 110K+
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Sorry, I read it as Mobil 1. apologies
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Mod note. Jim passed away in early 2022, his contributions to this forum are immortal, and he is missed. RIP
2000 V70R Black, 144,000 miles Wife's R.
2007 V70 2.5T White/Oak 111,000 MILES. Polestar tune, IPD bars, rear spoiler, dark grey Thors, DWS 06, HU850, sub.
2000 V70R Black, 144,000 miles Wife's R.
2007 V70 2.5T White/Oak 111,000 MILES. Polestar tune, IPD bars, rear spoiler, dark grey Thors, DWS 06, HU850, sub.
I have done five drain/fills on our 2004 XC70. The drain quantity varies when the car is raised in different ways. I use ramps and then raise the left frame rail (USA drivers side) an additional 4". I drain ~ 3 quarts + 24 ounces with the ATF level correct based on temperature and level chart.
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ATF Simple D&F with every other oil change was a good suggestion.
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Golden-German Shepherd | 2021 XC90 T6 INSCRIPTION (Nexa) | 2020 V60CC (Frska) | 2013A XC90 (Lktra)
Past: Golden Retriever | 2001 V70XC | 1997 Volvo 854 | 1989 Volvo 740 GL | 1979 Volvo 240
Golden-German Shepherd | 2021 XC90 T6 INSCRIPTION (Nexa) | 2020 V60CC (Frska) | 2013A XC90 (Lktra)
Past: Golden Retriever | 2001 V70XC | 1997 Volvo 854 | 1989 Volvo 740 GL | 1979 Volvo 240
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