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2001 s40 change transmission filter

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1996 - 2004 S40
1996 - 2004 V40
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richard coffman
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Year and Model: s40 2001
Location: salt lake city, utah

2001 s40 change transmission filter

Post by richard coffman »

this is the 3rd volvo ive owned, i need advise and info.......I need instructions on how to change the transmission filter, if there is a way to drain the fluid in the gearbox, what the transmission pan bolts specs are for tightness.......i had allready spent the money on the volvo special oil that the transmission needs.....all help is appreciated... 8)
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precopster
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Post by precopster »

There is no filter on newer FWD Volvos. The drain plug is a large 24mm bolt at the base of the transmission with an aluminium crush washer. It's best to replace this crush washer and re-tighten to around 45nM .

Drain procedure from drain plug is the best method. You will lose around 3.5 quarts with each drain. Measure carefully how much fluid is drained and replace the same amount after each drain. It's advised to drive the car for at least 20 minutes between subsequent drains. Depending on how dirty the fluid is you may want to perform up to 3 drains.
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