Volvo S40 Operation Manual page 163

2000 Volvo S & V 40
As the illustration shows, the dipstick has a COLD and a HOT side. The oil level should be between the
MIN and MAX marks. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
WARNING!
The oil may be very hot.
Do not use rags that could leave lint on the dipstick. The transmission is topped ip cia the dipstick tube.
The space between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick corresponds to 0,5 USqt. Do not fill the
transmission with too much oil, since this can result in oil being ejected from the transmisison. Too little
oil, on the other hand, can negatively affect transmission operation, particularly in very cold weather.
A Cold transmision: oil temperature 105° F (40°C). This is a normal temperature for the transmission
after idling for about 10 minutes. At oil temperatures below 105° F (40° C), the level may be below the
MIN mark.
B Warm transmission: oil temperature 169° F (80° C). This temperature is reached after driving for
about 30 minutes. At oil tempertures above 169° F (80° c), the level may be above the MAX mark.
Fluid type: ATF Dexron III and Mercon.
WARNING!
Automatic transmission fluid is extremely hot. The radiator hose above the dipstick handle is also
extremely hot. The dipstick handle is also near a cooling fan that cycles on and off while the engine is
warm
WARNING! We strongly discourage you from performing your own checks/adjustments to
automatic transmission fluid: leave periodic checks/adjusting of ATF to a qualified technician.
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