ok my owner's manual doesn't list fluids for the diff's or transfer case...i guess they assume the owner will just let the shop do it for them..my local autoparts store lists just "gear oil"....for all. some diffs have clutches which require a friction additive.....what do you guys use in your cars?

 

ok i guess nobody checks their diff's? I'll have to break down and order a factory manual . I thought volvo guys worked on their own cars....

 

Volvo uses their own "fluid" Im sure it just re-branded Mobil or some other company's but here is what they have for My car...
For AWD
Angel Gear Angle Gear Oil
AWD Rear Diff Volvo Rear Differential Oil for AWD models
Trany Mobil 3309 ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid (Quart)
I recommend that using IPD site Set Cars year and model the site work well and i have not found any problems ....

 

hey thanks! looks like just gear oil in the end! i already took care of the tranny...used toyota fluids....i didn't see any drain plugs up there...is there? or do you need to suck the fluid out? i've done that before....

 

Be Careful what you do use dude as ive just wrecked a angle trans i been told volvo own coz it has the proper aditives also the proper weights

 

hi all
silly q--but is the oil in the diff the same as in the front transfer box on my 2000 mk1 v70r awd--only had some sites selling oil as for diff / transfer box ??
any help would be good thx