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After considering for week, I pulled trigger and bought 2007 S80 V8 in good condition (inside & outside) but with transmission problem (price was good and I calculated it before purchase). When I turn on car, it seems OK but after 15-20 min I am getting all kind of issues (hard bang from 'N' to 'R', hard downshifting - almost engine is going get out from hood,...). The transmission code is '06K'.

Based what I see, the change just transmission fluid would be 'band aid' and on long run, I'd be posting similar question after a few months....I made decision to fix transmission and whatever it takes with it.

One option is replace 'valve body' with updated one. The other option to buy used transmission and I am wondering how to find out which one is going fit.

The question: what is the latest transmission what it could be added to car without any modification, tweaking etc. Is it year 2010 or ..?

Btw, I am new user (I have also 2007 XC70).

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You can fit the transmission from 2007-2010.

I replaced my 06D transmission in my 2007 with a unit from a 2008 S80 V8. Originally i did the valve body rebuild kit on the valve body, but it didn't work well. To replace the transmission is a mission, the entire subframe needs to be removed. I did it myself and did all the seals on the engine at the same time since I was there. I also changed the angle gear sleeve thing.

The only issue i've been getting lately is a slight torque converter shudder. I think that's an issue on the newer ones.

Personally, If you can replace the valve body first, I would suggest that you go that route. It can be done with the transmission still in the car.

You're also from Toronto! Where abouts? we can meet up and I can explain to you exactly what I did.
 
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ieatglue said:
You can fit the transmission from 2007-2010.

I replaced my 06D transmission in my 2007 with a unit from a 2008 S80 V8. Originally i did the valve body rebuild kit on the valve body, but it didn't work well. To replace the transmission is a mission, the entire subframe needs to be removed. I did it myself and did all the seals on the engine at the same time since I was there. I also changed the angle gear sleeve thing.

The only issue i've been getting lately is a slight torque converter shudder. I think that's an issue on the newer ones.

Personally, If you can replace the valve body first, I would suggest that you go that route. It can be done with the transmission still in the car.

You're also from Toronto! Where abouts? we can meet up and I can explain to you exactly what I did.
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I think it is my first step - change valve body and add new transmission fluid (which one did you use and how much for replacement). Due to I have transmission starting with '06K', I assume the transmission is with updated parts and maybe I am going do first just flush which it could be band aid (postpone until replacement body valve).
I sent you private message with my contact and we can chat about your experience due to I like idea about replace entire transmission with new one.

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zemun1234 said:
I think it is my first step - change valve body and add new transmission fluid (which one did you use and how much for replacement). Due to I have transmission starting with '06K', I assume the transmission is with updated parts and maybe I am going do first just flush which it could be band aid (postpone until replacement body valve).
I sent you private message with my contact and we can chat about your experience due to I like idea about replace entire transmission with new one.

Alex
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06J is the cutoff for that one specific valve-body issue, but others have reported having issues which present themselves in very similar ways on transmissions after the cutoff.
 
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ieatglue was very helpful to me. Fluid change isn`t going to help. It shows all the signs of Valve Body. I changed mine # was 6J, I don`t think the number is a guarantee. It doesn`t take a lot of those bangs before the transmission needs replacing. Don`t buy a rebuilt body unless you can find one from SONNAX, which isn`t easy. Just order a new one from Volvo
 
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Thommykent said:
ieatglue was very helpful to me. Fluid change isn`t going to help. It shows all the signs of Valve Body. I changed mine # was 6J, I don`t think the number is a guarantee. It doesn`t take a lot of those bangs before the transmission needs replacing. Don`t buy a rebuilt body unless you can find one from SONNAX, which isn`t easy. Just order a new one from Volvo
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My approach would be to buy valve body from SONNAX and replace in current transmission ...As for buying directly from Volvo, I assume the price is going be brutal :) Volvo is not making transmission and not sure why I should buy from them if I can go directly through SONNAX.

Due to COVID-19 the search is limited and I put my car in garage until better days come.
 
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Thommykent said:
Because SONNAX only sells to jobbers. So you have to get a shop to order one for you, ( not what they feel like doing) From Volvo is between $1250 and $1400, not that bad. Volvo doesn`t make the transmission.
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I am in Canada and for any reason parts for Volvo are at least 2-3x more expensive vs USA. I am buying parts mostly in USA.

I am wondering if you could please provide link where I can find transmission for above price. I called Volvo dealership and they redirect me to transmission shop (read: they are not selling/fixing transmission or transmission fluid on V8 due to it is lifetime :))

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zemun1234 said:
After considering for week, I pulled trigger and bought 2007 S80 V8 in good condition (inside & outside) but with transmission problem (price was good and I calculated it before purchase). When I turn on car, it seems OK but after 15-20 min I am getting all kind of issues (hard bang from 'N' to 'R', hard downshifting - almost engine is going get out from hood,...). The transmission code is '06K'.

Based what I see, the change just transmission fluid
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To everyone now and in the future if you change the transmission fluid on any volvo made after 2000 you need to perform/reset the transmission fluid counter on VIDA.
This lets the computer know the fluid flow rate as well as viscosity & temp range will differ as the fluid is new.
 
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