XC70: General - D4 Auto gearbox revs too high when cold

Dave A55 · May 4th, 2021, 18:26

Hi. When the engine is cold, the gearbox will not change up beyond 3rd.
To achieve 30 MPH, the engine is close to 3000 RPM, which cannot be good for the engine. Please advise if this is normal ?

The Thong · May 7th, 2021, 18:30

How long has it been like this? Have you tried it in manual mode?
When the temperature is low the car does hold the gears longer so the motor warms up quicker. I have a D4 V60 Cross Country and my motor holds the gears longer when it’s cold but not as high as that as far as I’m aware.

TT

The Thong · May 7th, 2021, 19:06

Anything like this?

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=144656

TT

Dave A55 · May 20th, 2021, 22:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Thong

How long has it been like this? Have you tried it in manual mode?
When the temperature is low the car does hold the gears longer so the motor warms up quicker. I have a D4 V60 Cross Country and my motor holds the gears longer when it’s cold but not as high as that as far as I’m aware.

TT

Thanks for the feedback. Only had the car since January and its always hung onto 3rd gear when cold (30 MPH @ around 3000 RPM) . Think I only have option to select 3 gears in manual mode, but will give it a whirl.

Simmy · May 21st, 2021, 18:06

try a transmission fluid change and or check the level . it might be under or over filled both will cause problems.

Kev0607 · May 21st, 2021, 22:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Simmy

try a transmission fluid change and or check the level . it might be under or over filled both will cause problems.

Also reset the transmission adaptions (VIDA required).

Dave A55 · May 22nd, 2021, 10:32

Thanks for the feedback. Waiting for a seatbelt recall fix at local dealership. Will ask them to look into the issue at same time.

Tannaton · May 22nd, 2021, 14:02

It's normal for the engine to rev significantly higher when cold and is designed behavior. When cold the gearbox shift points are raised and torque converter lockup disabled - this so the engine revs higher so the engine and gearbox fluid reach operating temperature range as quickly as possible.

If it drives normally when you start to get hot air through the heater - I don't think you have anything to worry about.

May 4th, 2021, 18:26	#1
Dave A55 New Member Last Online: Jul 12th, 2023 20:40 Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Sheffield	D4 Auto gearbox revs too high when cold Hi. When the engine is cold, the gearbox will not change up beyond 3rd. To achieve 30 MPH, the engine is close to 3000 RPM, which cannot be good for the engine. Please advise if this is normal ?

May 7th, 2021, 18:30	#2
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:49 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	How long has it been like this? Have you tried it in manual mode? When the temperature is low the car does hold the gears longer so the motor warms up quicker. I have a D4 V60 Cross Country and my motor holds the gears longer when it’s cold but not as high as that as far as I’m aware. TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back Last edited by The Thong; May 7th, 2021 at 19:01.

May 7th, 2021, 19:06	#3
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:49 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	Anything like this? https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=144656 TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

May 22nd, 2021, 14:02	#8
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Yesterday 23:34 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	It's normal for the engine to rev significantly higher when cold and is designed behavior. When cold the gearbox shift points are raised and torque converter lockup disabled - this so the engine revs higher so the engine and gearbox fluid reach operating temperature range as quickly as possible. If it drives normally when you start to get hot air through the heater - I don't think you have anything to worry about. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135 Last edited by Tannaton; May 22nd, 2021 at 14:04.

May 21st, 2021, 18:06	#5
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:31 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	try a transmission fluid change and or check the level . it might be under or over filled both will cause problems.

May 22nd, 2021, 10:32	#7
Dave A55 New Member Last Online: Jul 12th, 2023 20:40 Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Sheffield	Thanks for the feedback. Waiting for a seatbelt recall fix at local dealership. Will ask them to look into the issue at same time.

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