Well I answered my own question here. This link will work for changing a the front bevel gear on a 2003 xc70 minus the damper removal...there wasn't one on my car. http://volvospeed.com/volvo_repairs_how_tos/transmissions_driveshafts/awd_bevel_gear_service.html I would suggest using this: PERFORMANC...

Hi all, I tried researching this site for a step by step to replace the FRONT transfer case fluid for an 03 V70 Cross country with no luck. I found this post but it doesn't specify yr, front or rear gear: http://volvospeed.com/volvo_repairs_how_tos/transmissions_driveshafts/awd_bevel_gear_service.ht...

Thanks everyone for all the feedback. The "owner" stated he owned the car for many years but was unsure if he had the timing belt replaced. The Carfax showed an odometer discrepency.....so based on these two items I let the car go.

Thanks for the response. Is the 98 also on a 100K timing belt replacement schedule?

Hello, i'm considering a 1998 Volvo V70 base model, non-turbo, leather and full power options. It's a 2 owner with 150k miles. I've had several 99-00 S/V/C70's but don't have experience with the 98. Are there any issues or maintenance concerns that I need to be aware of? Any advice is appreciated.

150k miles.

Any thoughts on the whining noise? It occurs before the car is running and the key is in the on position. It a bigh pitched whine and Sounds like something electrical dying.

I've always thought that the waterpump would leak via a peep hole to indicate failure not cease circulating. Is it possible for the water pump to stop pumping? This is odd because I thought the pump impeller is operated mechanically.

I'm having a few diferrent issues with my car, but I believe they are related due to the fact everything went to pot within the last week. I wasn't able to find the answers searching this amazing site so i'm reaching out to the community. The car has difficulty starting and the temperature gauge is...

I'm from Charleston, SC and we own a 2000 C70 convertible and a 2000 V70....recently scored Mom a 99 S70 base and she's a happy camper!