MVS Readers, I bought my S80 a Christmas gift (actually it will work for all of my vehicles but don't tell the S80) Autel 539B Diagnostic tool AL539B.jpg This tool has a lot of capability I purchase it because of the Mode $06 data, and I don't currently have any tool that will show me this data. He...

I have the same issue with my 2011 xc70. The issue is with the gas struts. Thanks for the reminder. Parts: https://www.fcpeuro.com/Volvo-parts/XC70/Tailgate-Strut/?year=2011&m=216&e=2544&t=5&b=6&d=3616&v=125 youtube video of procedure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zsWRSEn...

Pending code P2227 - barometric pressure sensor intake manifold I need to disclose something; I broke the latch for the connector on my MAP sensor about a year ago and I did what I would call a field expedient repair. I RTV the connector body to the MAP sensor. And this worked for about a year. I d...

Don’t take those code reader descriptions literally until you fact check them. They are the Fox News of auto diagnostics.

Someone just writes some text in the PROM that they think sounds good.

IT was the door lock actuator...Went onto YouTube and found two excellent installation videos. Aside from my stumbles and brain fog...job went well. Thanks for your input.

Put the new wheel bearing in the freezer overnight before pressing it into the spindle. Makes a big difference.

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MVS readers, It is time for the next repair on my S80. As you can see from the picture my front Volvo Badge had lost its tranquil blue background Volvo_2.jpg After a little research I found the part number Volvo_3.jpg And here is what is inside of the box Volvo_1.jpg And for the most important part...

We are going to need more information. How do you know it is Misfiring? (is the check engine light flashing?) Does it Misfire at the initial high idle or after the idle drops? In case you don't know the 3.2 is also used in the Land Rover LR2. Here is a thread to take a look at on the Land Rover boar...

The diagnosis should be confirmed with a fuel pressure measurement at the rail, not just the code.

FIREFOX, If you review the Technical journal from Volvo that looks at oil consumption you will see how they evaluate the oil consumption. Let me summarize what I would do if I were your relative 1. Rebuild the Vacuum pump (Volvo has an excellent rebuild kit, I recommend you start there) 2. Evaluate ...