How to add transmission fluid to a 2004 V70 2.5t Automatic transmission

leftyref56 · Post by **leftyref56** » 13 Nov 2023, 11:42

Hi,
I just replaced my radiator in my 2004 Volvo V70 2.5t with an automatic transmission. I lost some transmission fluid when I removed the radiator. How do I refill the fluid I lost and is there any way to check the fluid level?
Thanks for the help!
Bob

Post by **MoVolvos** » 13 Nov 2023, 12:25

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According to 1AAuto.
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Post by **MoVolvos** » 13 Nov 2023, 12:30

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You can download your Owner's Manual for reference on Volvos website.
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https://volvo.custhelp.com/app/manuals/ ... /model/V70
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leftyref56 · Post by **leftyref56** » 13 Nov 2023, 14:52

That's a no go on 1AAuto. I don't have a dip stick. I believe this is a closed system
Bob

leftyref56 · Post by **leftyref56** » 13 Nov 2023, 14:55

The owner's manual does not mention checking transmission fluid
Bob

Post by **cn90** » 13 Nov 2023, 15:06

Yes, you have a dipstick.
The dipstick is Yellow plastic.

I posted info in forum how to check it hot (wearing thick rubber gloves to prevent burning the skin).

You can check it cold too (engine off and cold in the morning).

Info in forum...

Post by **MoVolvos** » 13 Nov 2023, 18:40

leftyref56 wrote: ↑13 Nov 2023, 14:55 The owner's manual does not mention checking transmission fluid
Bob

In checking, you are right. Volvo only wanted Techs to look at it during factory service intervals so it's under Volvo Maintenance.

2004 Volvo Maintenance - All Models
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https://volvo.custhelp.com/app/manuals/ ... /model/V70
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https://volvo.custhelp.com/app/manuals/ ... R3JTIxJTIx
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**Check automatic transmission fluid level only if an external leak is identified.Volvo recommends changing automatic transmission fluid every 52,500 miles/84,000 kilometers, only on vehicles used for towing.
† All-wheel drive models only.
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Post by **MoVolvos** » 13 Nov 2023, 18:44

leftyref56 wrote: ↑13 Nov 2023, 14:52 That's a no go on 1AAuto. I don't have a dip stick. I believe this is a closed system
Bob

According FCP yours is a 5 speed. The 6 speeds do not a have a dipstick.
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Post by **Krons** » 13 Nov 2023, 19:48

I’m confused, all my 2.4/2.4T2.5T Aisin 5 speed autos have had a dipstick. What transmission is in this car?

This has been dipstick on all of mine: