Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265
Automatic transmission
Capacity: 6.9 US qts = 6.5 liters/5.7 Imp. qts.
Fluid
type:
Automatic Transmission Fluid type F or G(FLM).
Replace: no oil changes necessary under normal driving conditions.
When checking fluid level, the car should be on level ground, engine idling.
Move the gear selector slowly into all shift positions, then to position P. Wait 2 minutes before
checking. (Distance between Max and Min is approx 0.2 US qts=0.2 liters/0.2 Imp. qts.
NOTE: Dipstick graduations are for normal(range A) and cold (range B) transmission oil temperature.
When checking the fluid level, use a rag that will not leave lint.
pg. 57 Rear axle, power steering, brake fluid
Rear axle oil
Capacity: 1.7 US qts - 1.6 liters/1.4 Imp. qts.
Oil type: API GL-5 (MIL-L-2105 B or C)
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