Found these Volvo specialists mentioned on some other forums, but without any direct recommendations. Anyone had experience with them? - Auto Service Plus (865 Richmond Street West, Toronto) - Brindle Automotive Repair (640 Rogers Rd, Toronto) Lately, I've been taking my S70 to Pickering Euro for sp...

Just a quick follow up... Turns out that my battery was 9 years old - Yikes! Didn't even bother trying to jump the car. Got a replacement from NAPA and the car starts almost instantly now.

Thanks again for the help.

Thanks for the replies...

Are the noises / electrical disturbances normal for a deeply discharged battery? Just curious - as I've only ever experienced the sad sound of a starter motor on a low battery.

I'll try jump starting (hopefully later today)...

My '98 S70 T5M has been making a loud, rapid clicking/clacking noise when trying to start. The car doesn't even attempt to turn over. Also, many other electrical components go haywire when the key is turned. This includes: headlights, dash lights, door locks, door chime, etc. At first, I thought the...