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sholtby · Feb 16th, 2004, 18:21

Rather unusual but the gearbox uses a 5w 30 fully synthetic engine oil. However I did the same as Paul and bought the Volvo oil for the reasons he said and because I expect it to be a once only job and I wasnt at the time going to take a chance. I found 2 litres was all I needed till it ran out the filler. I believe Shell Helix does a 5w30 oil. Its a difficult oil grade to find in this country but common in the US. A 5w40 would probably do, but again do you want to take the risk?

Simon

Feb 16th, 2004, 18:21	#4
sholtby Premier Member Last Online: May 26th, 2010 20:17 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: north east	RE: S70 T5 Gearbox oil help!! Rather unusual but the gearbox uses a 5w 30 fully synthetic engine oil. However I did the same as Paul and bought the Volvo oil for the reasons he said and because I expect it to be a once only job and I wasnt at the time going to take a chance. I found 2 litres was all I needed till it ran out the filler. I believe Shell Helix does a 5w30 oil. Its a difficult oil grade to find in this country but common in the US. A 5w40 would probably do, but again do you want to take the risk? Simon