200k miles dealer trade sale

[12V50D3Auto]

There's 200k miles on this one so it's a long when . Certainly have no idea what model of gearbox is in there any way to check via the vin number etc.

[XC90Mk1]

Originally Posted by S60D5-185

The problem with Volvo gearboxes is the fact that there is a self perpetuating myth that the " Gearbox is sealed for life " or " Volvo recommend not changing the oil"

Neither of these statements are even remotely correct and if you do buy it I would have the gearbox oil changed immediately ( it will be filthy ) and then change it say every 40k miles.

Do a search for " sump dump " ( my choice ) or Gibbons method.

With that mileage I would lean towards sump dumps.

The myth has killed more Volvo gearboxes than a fluid change ever has.

I have to disagree with you there, you don’t seem to know what you are taking about.

For a number of years Volvo have only had service intervals for boxes if used commercially as a taxi or if used to tow.

Do you have any evidence for your statement, I.e take a XC90, 2010 model.

[barrybritcher]

he doesnt need to provide evidence - this is a V50 which has the AW55 5 Speed.

Granted there is also the optional 6 speed auto which can handle more torque

[barrybritcher]

american v50 2009 service schedule says the following:

Volvo recommends changing automatic transmission fluid every 52,500 miles / 84,000 kilometers, only on vehicles used for towing, or when a
message displays in the Instrument Panel Text Window

[barrybritcher]

Originally Posted by 12V50D3Auto

There's 200k miles on this one so it's a long when . Certainly have no idea what model of gearbox is in there any way to check via the vin number etc.

yes it will be in the VIN

[barrybritcher]

https://www.volvotechinfo.com/index....ent=vindecoder

[12V50D3Auto]

I'll check back what gearbox I have, meanwhile I found this video via search. Looks to be aiming for newer type box.

Volvo Service 2.0 - 17 - Replace oil and oil filter in Powershift transmission. They don't mention how much torque to use on the sump plugs.

https://vimeopro.com/completemedia/v...video/29488374

Also what model ford focus does the v50 share it's platform, is there much cross over, does it mean cheaper brake calipers etc..

[S60D5-185]

Originally Posted by S60D5-185

The problem with Volvo gearboxes is the fact that there is a self perpetuating myth that the " Gearbox is sealed for life " or " Volvo recommend not changing the oil"

Neither of these statements are even remotely correct and if you do buy it I would have the gearbox oil changed immediately ( it will be filthy ) and then change it say every 40k miles.

Do a search for " sump dump " ( my choice ) or Gibbons method.

With that mileage I would lean towards sump dumps.

The myth has killed more Volvo gearboxes than a fluid change ever has.

Originally Posted by XC90Mk1

I have to disagree with you there, you don’t seem to know what you are taking about.

For a number of years Volvo have only had service intervals for boxes if used commercially as a taxi or if used to tow.

Do you have any evidence for your statement, I.e take a XC90, 2010 model.

Would you like to carefully read what I wrote because I have no idea what point you are trying to make.

I clearly stated that it is a myth that the gearbox is sealed for life .

Is this not correct?

I also went on to say that sump dumps are my preferred method when changing the oil.

I am fully aware that they do recommend oil changes for taxis or if using the vehicle for towing but nonetheless you still hear the phrase " Volvo say it's sealed for life when this is clearly not the case.

Try not to be so aggressive when posting, you seem to make a habit of it and it's really not needed.

[XC90Mk1]

Originally Posted by barrybritcher

american v50 2009 service schedule says the following:

Volvo recommends changing automatic transmission fluid every 52,500 miles / 84,000 kilometers, only on vehicles used for towing, or when a
message displays in the Instrument Panel Text Window

That’s America not the UK. America do have different service schedules on the xc90 also.

Not only is it America it also clearly states when towing or service required message pops up.

At 68k the fluid in mine was a dark brown with a poor viscosity and changed much better after a change.

Volvo DO state sealed for life unless used as a taxi or requiring a service and the overwhelming majority at 100k plus will never have had a change. I stand by my original advice thank you.

[Simmy]

Originally Posted by 12V50D3Auto

I'll check back what gearbox I have, meanwhile I found this video via search. Looks to be aiming for newer type box.

Volvo Service 2.0 - 17 - Replace oil and oil filter in Powershift transmission. They don't mention how much torque to use on the sump plugs.

https://vimeopro.com/completemedia/v...video/29488374

Also what model ford focus does the v50 share it's platform, is there much cross over, does it mean cheaper brake calipers etc..

ford focus and mazda 3 all share c1 platform. power shift gearbox oil change interval is every 50 k. fluid is expensive but you can also get it from ford dealers about£150 to do do it yourself £300 at dealers takes abt an hour to do it