Volvo S60 Inscription, 138 (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Volvo S60 Inscription, 138 (USA / CAN) requires automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 6,6 to 7 liters. Service intervals include checking and changing the fluid at 50000 miles. The data covers 6 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
S60 Inscription 2.0 T5 AWD (2016-2018)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,6 liter
  • Check 50000 miles
  • Code: TG-81SC 8/1
S60 Inscription 2.0 T5 AWD (2016-2018)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 6,6 liter
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: TG-81SC 8/1
S60 Inscription 2.0 T5 (2015-2018)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,6 liter
  • Check 50000 miles
  • Code: TG-81SC 8/1
S60 Inscription 2.0 T5 (2015-2018)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 6,6 liter
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: TG-81SC 8/1
S60 Inscription 2.5 T5 AWD (2015-2016)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7 liter
  • Check 50000 miles
  • Code: TF-80SC 6/1
S60 Inscription 2.5 T5 AWD (2015-2016)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 7 liter
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: TF-80SC 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The Volvo S60 Inscription automatic transaxle fluid capacity splits into two distinct values depending on engine configuration: the 2.0 T5 and 2.0 T5 AWD both hold 6.6 liters, while the 2.5 T5 AWD holds 7 liters.
  • A transaxle capacity figure such as 6.6 or 7 liters represents a service fill amount, meaning the quantity of fluid required when servicing the unit without a full overhaul or complete disassembly of the transmission housing.
  • The 2.0 T5 front-wheel-drive configuration covers model years 2015-2018, whereas the 2.0 T5 AWD variant entered the specification range starting in 2016, giving AWD buyers one fewer model year of availability within the 2015-2018 window.
  • The 2.5 T5 AWD is the only configuration in the set with a 7-liter transaxle capacity, and its production span is limited to 2015-2016, making the larger-capacity specification applicable to a narrower range of model years.
  • Under normal use conditions, the service action at 50,000 miles for all listed configurations is a fluid check rather than a fluid change, indicating the interval is structured around inspection rather than mandatory replacement.
  • Under severe use conditions, the same 50,000-mile interval shifts from a check to a full fluid change across all configurations, reflecting a more demanding service requirement tied to harder operating conditions.
  • The 50,000-mile interval is consistent across all six specification rows regardless of engine type, drivetrain layout, or model year, with the only variable being whether the service action is a check or a change based on use condition.

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