Volvo FAQs

Are the transmissions the same on the 2008 Volvo XC90 4.4-litre V8 and the 3.2-litre 6-cylinder?

On paper, yes. Both variants use the Aisin AWTF-80 six-speed automatic transmission. But whether they’re interchangeable or not is a bit more complicated to answer. You may find there are detail differences such as where the sensors are mounted and perhaps the bolt pattern itself. And there could also be differences in the specification of the torque converter in each case.

A transmission specialist dealing with these makes and models might be able to give you a clearer idea of interchangeability, but fundamentally, yes, they’re the same transmission.

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Where is the Volvo EX30 made & manufactured?

The Volvo EX30 is built at the Volvo Group's Zhangjiakou plant in China, with final assembly taking place in Chengdu, China.

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Turbocharger in 2006 Volvo XC-90 smoking despite being replaced

The first thing to figure out is what type of smoke it is; oil smoke or fuel smoke. If the smoke is black, then it’s probably excess fuel that is being injected into the engine. If the smoke is a bluish-grey, then it’s likely to be oil smoke. The major causes of oil smoke are worn piston rings or valve guides and their seals. If it’s either of those thing, it will be a fairly major repair bill.

But it would also be worth checking the crankcase ventilation system as this can cause an engine to smoke, too, and is a much simpler fix.

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