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by chall
21 Feb 2007, 05:12
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 s70 brake issues
Replies: 6
Views: 866

Re: ABS and TRACS light

Very possible, but not a typical issue with our cars... I've been on these boards for several years and I think you're the second person I've heard say this was a problem with their car... Almost everyone who's replaced or had their ABS module repaired has gotten rid of their ABS/TRACS problems. Tr...
by chall
20 Feb 2007, 14:50
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 s70 brake issues
Replies: 6
Views: 866

ABS and TRACS light

In addition to the potential problem being the ABS module; one (or more) of the wheel speed sensors may be failing. I had one of mine replaced and it cost $160 (right rear wheel).
by chall
24 Jan 2007, 08:39
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: windshield washer pump is stuck on in 1994 850 wagon
Replies: 2
Views: 555

wiper problem

On my 98 V70 this identical problem was caused by a short in the wiper motor for the headlight wipers. I'm not sure if your car has those, but if it does, disconnect that lead and see if it solves the immediate problem.
by chall
10 Jan 2007, 07:38
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Engine Temp Question
Replies: 11
Views: 1521

It sounds just like a thermostat problem to me. When they fail, they usually fail open. On cold days if it is open continuously, the water never gets a chance to heat up. When stuck open, the water continuously circulates through the system, including the radiator. It's not an issue when it's hot, b...
by chall
10 Jan 2007, 07:31
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1993 V0LVO 850 NO START AFTER REPLACING THERMOSTAT
Replies: 2
Views: 545

There is an electric singal sent from the sensor mounted on the side of the thermostat housing to the ECU for ignition control (in addition to indicating engine temp on the gage). When the sensor goes bad, the temperature indication pegs high. When the engine is "hot" (even if it's only a ...
by chall
08 Jan 2007, 13:13
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 wipers
Replies: 2
Views: 634

Well, despite my own efforts and pleas in every corner of the internet, I had to seek professional assistance. It kills me to spend money this way, but sometimes it's the wiser choice. Anyway, apparantly there is an electrical relay (or switch) that is part of the headlight wiper motors circuit that...
by chall
06 Jan 2007, 12:05
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 wipers
Replies: 2
Views: 634

1998 V70 wipers

Hi guys, I hate to join and post without introductions, but I'm in dire straights... I've done a search on this topic and it has popped up several times but no one has suggested a solution. I thought I would try again. I pulled the windshield washer lever last night and everything worked fine, excep...