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1979 Volvo 242 244 245

pg. 56 Transmission oil

Manual 4-speed transmission, M45

Capacity: 0.8 US qts = 0.75 liters/0.7 Imp. qts.

Fluid type: Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F or G

Replace: at 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000 km) service only.

The oil level should be up to the filler plug (A). Drain the oil immediately after driving, while it is still

hot by removing plug(B).

Manual 4-speed transmission with overdrive, M46

Capacity: 2.4 US qts = 2.3 liters/2.2 Imp. qts.

Fluid type: Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F or G

Replace: at 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000 km) service only.

The oil level should be up to the filler plug(A).

Transmission and overdrive are lubricated by the same oil. Therefore, when the oil is drained through

plug B, also remove cover on the overdrive and clean strainer.

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