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AlexO · Feb 1st, 2018, 10:59

Blueblock,

I had a similar problem with slow changing up from first when I first got my 240 about 20K miles ago. It took two or three ATF flushes before it was changing nicely (the fluid it came with was basically black, not good) but since then it hasn't been an issue so yeah, ATF change will definitely help. The changing down issue on the other hand is a good head scratcher. Have fun with it!

Cheers

Alex

Feb 1st, 2018, 10:59	#6
AlexO Senior Member Last Online: Jan 5th, 2024 11:50 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Portsmouth	Blueblock, I had a similar problem with slow changing up from first when I first got my 240 about 20K miles ago. It took two or three ATF flushes before it was changing nicely (the fluid it came with was basically black, not good) but since then it hasn't been an issue so yeah, ATF change will definitely help. The changing down issue on the other hand is a good head scratcher. Have fun with it! Cheers Alex __________________ 2008 V50 2.0D R-Design @ 175K Previously 1992 Volvo 240 SE Estate B230F/M47 (was AW70) @ 200K (I wish I could've kept him)