I had the same problem on my V70 (2000 new style) 100K miles. Remedy for mine was to replace the shock absorber which seems to get wear in the piston - not cheap on the new models though !

The alternator on my V70 2.4T is making some noises - sound like brushes - maybe bearing - Car has done some 110K miles. The engine compartment is so compact on the new V70, I can't see how the alternator can be taken out without removing the Power Steering pump - possibly draining fluid etc. - No m...