Volvo 2002 User Manual

Aisin-Warner AW55-50SN valve body replacement in 2002 V70-XC Overview: This is an update to the previously published procedure. I have performed th

Remove the 10MM bolt that holds the wiring harness to the subframe on the passenger side. Install the Transverse engine lift. Volvo sells one…f

The lift is the white bar across the engine bay. The threaded rod hooks into the lift bracket on the engine. Raise the rear of the engine 20MM.

Raise the vehicle (if you’re using a frame lift) or work underneath. Loosen the front subframe mounting bolts (18MM). Remove the left front bolt.

Clean the area around the cover to prevent dirt from entering the transmission. Remove the 9 bolts retaining the cover (T-40). Clean the threads

Valve body close up showing wiring and attachment details.

Disconnect the wires for the solenoids. I used a micro screwdriver (5/64”) inserted in the connecter to release the clip holding the connector to the

Oil Temp Sensor bolt location (55MM) There are 3 lengths of bolts: 55MM, 50MM and 16MM. The sensor bolt is 55MM (shown) Remove the solenoid retaini

The cover indicated by the black arrow is separate from the valve body and is held in place by the 2 50MM bolts. Be careful when removing the body th

Re-installing the Valve Body: Remove old sealing rings from transmission body. Sealing rings shown. Also visible in picture are the mating surf

Align the valve body on the gear selector lever. Install the bolts, noting the correct length for each bolt. Install a new gasket for the small cove

7. Recommended: Volvo blue-green coolant (coolant must be drained during the procedure – you may choose to replace with fresh coolant) To begin: wa

Gasket material shown on cover along with new o-rings and clamps on lines. Note the cleanliness of the cover. Reinstall cover on transmission, bei

Install bolts for transmission torque mount. 18MM Tighten to 35NM, then a further 90 degrees. Install bolt for grounding wire on subframe. Insta

Adaptation procedure. Any time major transmission components are replaced, this must be performed. VIDA is the only way to place the transmission in

Run the engine at idle and hold the brake pedal. Move the gear selector to N. Wait 5 seconds. Move the selector to D. Wait 5 seconds. Then move t

The center splash guard is held in place by a 10MM bolt on either side and two catches on the front of the cover. Press the catches up with a long s

10MM bolt location. Passenger side shown. Drain the transmission fluid. 24 MM wrench required for the drain plug. Measure the amount of fluid (

Remove the airbox lid. Then remove the ducting to the front of the radiator support from the airbox.

The next step is to remove the airbox base by releasing 3 clips. The manual says “pull up sharply”. My method is to use a 10 MM socket (shown) to co

Release the cable harness clamp on the control system cover by lifting up on the little tab to slide out the length of the clamp. It is reusable. Mo

Place a pan to catch the oil under the transmission. Disconnect the oil cooler line from the transmission. It is a 10MM bolt that holds it to the t

Seal the transmission case with a plastic plug (or lint-free cloth) to prevent dirt entry and to prevent leaks. Place a catch pan under the radiato