Thank you for the write up! Worked out just like in your description for my '98 V70XC, making for a very easy job. I appreciate the help.

First, I know you're original post is from 2+ years ago, but I'm hoping you'll revive the issue. I am experiencing the same "stutter" at highway speeds. I have a '98 V70XC with the 5254T engine and motonic 4.4 ECU. I figured the dealer would have the information to confirm that I was eligi...

Thanks, Lee. I appreciate the help. Chris

I just finished a complete PCV replacement... the car was due and I had smoke from the crankcase on idle. While I had the manifold removed, I cleaned it out well, along with the throttle body, the positive temp coefficient nipple, the ports that feed the oil trap, and just about anything else I coul...

Thanks for the info and quick reply.

Does anyone have an idea where I can find a reasonably priced front right axle assembly for this car (OEM or rebuilt)? Online vendors don't seem to ever have it, and the dealer wants $600+. Thanks in advance.

Thanks so much for the advice... it seems like an easy procedure for a non-mechanic like me.

There are great instructions posted on this site for oil change of 2001+ V70 XC. I'd like to know exactly how those instructions are different from what I'll need to change the oil on my 1998 V70 XC. Any advice would be really appreciated. Thanks