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Re: Got some weird advice from the dealer today 850 1994

posted by  someone claiming to be John on  Fri Apr 13 21:27 CST 2001 [RELATED]



There's been extensive debate on this issue. I did not change my tranny fluid before my Dallas, TX to California trek (see "Re: What needs considered when adding a trailer hitch" I posted on April 11). I did have mine changed after the trip by an independent shop who used the power method described in other posts, most of which are in the archives. You can also find this procedure at http://www.volvospeed.com/bay13.htm. The BrickBoard archives also have descriptions about do-it-yourself power flushing techniques and discussions about why tranny fluid changes are not "required", as well as fluid recommendations.

My 2¢ is to have it changed beforehand by an independent who will power flush it, then again after the trip. Even if you use a non-synthetic fluid many folks are conviced you'll be far better off with fresh fluid every 15K miles than the aging original.

Have a great trip!





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