something inside of that engine isn't where it's supposed to be...how does the oil look? oil pressure readings?

I finally found a replacement for my '04 xc70. it wasn't what I was looking for but for $50 less than I pay in one month for this one, I outright bought a 97 expedition and $135 in parts later it's running like a top. I hope to get another xc70 as I liked this one too much to want to let it go back ...

they have a wifi version for the iphone. But I don't know if the app it uses is as good.

get an android phone, and obdII bluetooth module and buy the torque app. it can read oil press, and many other parameters in real time. likely easier than running the gauge cables.

reminds me of how Mine was when I left the lot. I ended up pulling the trim off to save my meat hooks. ended up being the blue relay in the REM. I opened it and cleaned it for my problem.

This just goes to show. Proper diagnosis is key to a proper repair. Also, you could also post a pic or describe where this connector was so that we can note this in the event someone has this problem

the trans issues don't start until it's at operating temp. drives longer than 30 mins or 45-75 miles result in what appears to be the tcc solenoid opening and setting a trans code. and throwing in to a type of limp mode. also, third slips pretty noticeably at any temp but is worsened at operating ...

climate control will do this with or without the key in. simply opening a door is enough to turn it on.

key in posII remove positive terminal. do your work and leave the key in pos II when you re connect the battery.

I had replaced the fluid back at about 151k. it's at 153k now and the problem got better then returned. but I blame the cooler weather for the problem lessening. since this post the pcv problem has worsened and it is now burning oil heavily If it's left to idle from cold start. driving out of a ...

Hmm, so that's why I haven't really had boost assisted brakes...

it's been like this since I brought it home. never looked into the issue. Not fixing it though. Great write up though. would've followed it If I would've ever gotten around to the issue.