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Checking Transmission Oil Level: Preparations

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Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level Graph
GLL102142Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The difference between MAX and MIN volume is 0.5 liters. Check oil temperature in transmission.

At room temperature (+20°C) the oil level is near the MIN mark on the "cold area".

At room temperature (+20°C) and low oil level  the oil barely reaches the dipstick.

The "cold range" (+40°C) is reached after approximately 15 minutes idling in the workshop, while the "hot range" (+80°C) is reached after approximately 30 minutes highway driving at an air temperature above +15°C.

NOTE: The check should be carried out at an oil temperature of +80°C.