I have an issue aligning the engine and subframe when installing the repaired rack. The rack with new hydraulic lines is in position and loosely bolted to the subframe, the power steering pump supply/return lines are reattached, and the rear engine mount is in place with the top threaded fitting lo...

Have you measured the battery voltage? Even with a new battery you should check the voltage. I would also check fuses that supply power to the CEM and ignition switch. I have a 2002 wiring diagram and the left side of dash passenger compartment fuses 22 and 32 supply power to the CEM, fuse 25 suppli...

On a related note, there's another temperature sensor in the climate condenser which you could check, it's easy to replace and cheap , but if it is bad, changing it will make a world of difference to climate control. Has anyone explore this^; where to look? Meanwhile, I've ordered 2 thermistors fro...

In addition to all the good advice you're receive so far I would recommend having some gasket remover on hand, foam or gel type to help soften and remove any old gasket material remaining inside the water pump cavity. From experience I found it difficult to remove old gasket material from inside the...

Dear Volvo Lovers, I have a 2006 V70 with 215k km that I adore and wish to keep in service as long as possible. While there are no leaks or evidence of weeping on the radiator or at junctions with coolant hoses, the system is all original. Would you suggest that it is time to replace the radiator a...

I wouldn't recommend replacing it unless you have deep pockets and are replacing it with a Volvo OEM one, then stick the one you pulled off that was serviceable in the garage attic for later, and refill with Volvo branded coolant. I recently replaced my perfectly good 20 year old radiator hoses and...

I keep getting code P0246 (Turbo/Super Charger Wastegate Solenoid "A" High). I erase it, and it comes back within one drive cycle. I have replaced the solenoid which resides near the airbox, and still this code keeps coming back. I do have another code for the oxygen sensor which also com...

Another summer with warm temps have arrived. Has anyone used VIDA to fault trace and diagnose AC functions? What's the problem with your AC? VIDA may be of some help with AC diagnostics but I doubt VIDA can tell you if the charge is just right or if there's air or moisture in the system. Best to us...

I am stumped by a strange door locking response on 2001 V70. I recently had the drivers door card off to fix the detached outside opening handle rod. I disconnected all of the electrical connections during this process. I tried to get the two push/pull rods back in the clips at the same length. Eve...

I am stumped by a strange door locking response on 2001 V70. I recently had the drivers door card off to fix the detached outside opening handle rod. I disconnected all of the electrical connections during this process. I tried to get the two push/pull rods back in the clips at the same length. Eve...