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- 10 Jul 2014, 05:57
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2005 XC70 Front Suspension Noise/End Link replacement issues
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3092
Re: 2005 XC70 Front Suspension Noise/End Link replacement is
I dont see anything strange on those pictures 
- 11 May 2014, 06:07
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2001 V70XC - Out of nowhere comes snapped spring
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5820
Re: 2001 V70XC - Out of nowhere comes snapped spring
Not a good start of the week. How damaging is it to drive off the ramp and back in the garage. Is LESJOFORS a good replacement, Part Number: W0133-1855852... http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/2001/volvo/v70/suspension/coil_spring.html Lesjofors is the OEM manufacturer for Volvo so its probably a goo...
- 11 May 2014, 05:58
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2003 XC70 rotor stuck on parking pads
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1794
Re: 2003 XC70 rotor stuck on parking pads
Got it off!! I had the same problem and one of the circular springs that holds the handbrake shoe had been broken off so i pushed the disc in different directions before it finally became loose. Remember that the circular springs should be pushed in and then moved sideways when remove them. They sh...
- 08 Apr 2014, 05:52
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 08 S60 PCV Replacement walk through?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 854
- 26 Dec 2013, 07:59
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: Volvo Plugs
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5594
Re: Volvo Plugs
What is so special about the OEM Volvo plugs listed for an 04 XC70 that make them $13/each? Has anyone had luck with some lower cost alternatives? I have heard negative things about the Bosch plugs. Thanks! Volvo OEM is Bosch plugs and they work great If you want it cheaper just buy a Bosch plug wi...
- 28 Oct 2013, 11:01
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2008 v70 steering worse and now whining after oil change
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3288
Re: 2008 v70 steering worse and now whining after oil change
Your engineer probably forgot that two different fluids have different density, kinematic viscosity, etc. He did it totally wrong, no wonder that car complains as it is faced to cavitation effects in steering pump. The whole system needs to be flushed, not just oil tank. It does not matter in this ...
- 27 Oct 2013, 12:46
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2007 s60 radiator drain plug location
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4980
Re: 2007 s60 radiator drain plug location
I have 2007 s60 2.5 t awd. going to flush radiator . need to know location of drain plug? There is a drainplug on the lower left side (In the cars direction) of the radiator next to the coolant hose connection. They can break easy and then you will have a problem if you dont have a new one, I alway...
- 27 Oct 2013, 08:44
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2008 v70 steering worse and now whining after oil change
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3288
Re: 2008 v70 steering worse and now whining after oil change
As previous poster already asked did you use the Pentosin oil??
Do NOT use red ATF oil in those systems.
Have you checked all hoses that they are connected so you dont get air sucked into the system?
Do NOT use red ATF oil in those systems.
Have you checked all hoses that they are connected so you dont get air sucked into the system?
- 24 Sep 2013, 04:12
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2005 S60 PCV system preventative maintenance?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3717
Re: 2005 S60 PCV system preventative maintenance?
Other than the glove test, your advise and insight is perfect. I was hoping by starting this thread the seafom and engine oil additive users would surface and tell us about their long term additive experiences. I always enjoy an STP story now and again...guess no fun this Sunday I have for years la...
- 23 Sep 2013, 09:33
- Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
- Topic: 2005 S60 PCV system preventative maintenance?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3717
Re: 2005 S60 PCV system preventative maintenance?
Hello Everyone, It has been noted that the PCV systems supplied with our valued Volvo's is a week link in the engines long term efficient operation. Causing engine leaks due to back pressure build up when the PVC system blocks. Does any one have or use any preventative maintenance techniques to min...






