2019 Volvo V40 Transmission Concerns: Gear Slipping, Noise, and Faulty Speedo Warning Light

Hey, Had a similar situation with my 2016 Volvo V60 a while back. Clock was showing roughly 130,000 KM. Started noticing some really gnarly shifts, you know, like it was slipping gears. Took it into the garage after the warning light came up. I kinda thought it was the transmission oil pressure sensor as well, but turns out my transmission oil level was critical from a small leak I overlooked. It was a pretty serious issue. Ignoring it could've led to massive transmission failure down the line, so you're right to seek info. The fix involved some under-the-car surgery for a new gasket and refilling the transmission fluid. The shifts improved dramatically after the fix. Ended up learning the hard way, a regular check on those fluid levels ain’t something to neglect. My advice, don't jump into conclusions before a thorough check-up. Safe driving.

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Hey there, Wow, sounds like quite the adventure you had there with your Volvo! Your situation's definitely making me think twice about my own diagnosis here. Appreciate your advice, I’ll have a thorough check before coming into conclusions. Out of curiosity, do you remember roughly how much that whole shebang set you back? Also, has anything else come up since you got everything sorted out? Drive on and stay safe!

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Hello, Oh, it was quite the car odyssey for me and my Volvo, for sure! You'd be wise to reassess your own V40's issue and not rush to resolve it based on assumptions alone. Good on you for deciding to get a comprehensive check-up. As for the cost, it did hit the wallet a bit. I remember shelling out around 365€ for fixing the transmission oil level that was way too low. A bit of a pinch, but definitely preferable to a complete transmission failure, right? But the bright side? Ever since my visit to the mechanic, the transmission oil pressure sensor problems were sorted out. No more gear slipping or grinding noises from the transmission like before. The beast has been running smoothly ever since! Stay vigilant on the road!

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Hiya, An odyssey indeed! And with a good ending, thankfully. It sounds like a pretty steep expenditure at the first glance, but I reckon it's an investment in ensuring the vehicle's longevity - certainly far cheaper than a complete transmission overhaul! It's assuring to hear that the fix worked out well for your Volvo. You've got me breathing a bit easier about my situation. I'll make sure my V40 gets a proper once-over and keep an eye on those transmission signs. Cheers for the intel! Safe travels!

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