Volvo Repair: 2002 xc70 trans shudder, trans service, xc70


Question
Hi Roger, my xc70 had a trans fluid flush at dealer at 88k and then began to shudder at about 40mph, intermittently, mostly after being warmed up.  Seems to be doing it more often.  Had no issues before this flush/change--also had one done at 46k, I am the original owner & careful maintainer.  What might I be looking at here?  Thanks!

Answer
Peter, do you really want me to tell you the bad news or do you want the dealer to tell you?  Anyway, its bad news and thats why I do not recommend fluid flushes no matter how many miles.  This happened to me recently.  Did just a normal trans service and the transmission blew in 20 miles.  This is what you are dealing with and since the dealer made this mess, they should help you solve it.  Let me know how it works out. Roger