Took it to a Auto Electrical repair place and they found the problem. A previous mechanic who had worked on the car to replace the Radiator Condensor Cooling Fan had inadvertently misplaced a headlight shunt in the wrong slot in the panel under the dash. Fortunately I did not have to buy parts but i...

I checked fuses and bulbs and they are ok, high beams and daytime running lights work but not low beams. Any suggestions what the problem might be?

Hi, I am considering installing hitch on my 2003 Volvo S80 T6 to pull 17 foot Bayliner boat over short flat country distances to and from lake. I realize the S80 has rated towing capacity of 3300 pounds/tongue weight of 350 and boat has dry weight of 1900 pounds plus trailer (with no brakes) of appr...

Does anyone know of a retired volvo mechanic looking for business or a shop/dealer they can recommend in Washington State?

Trying to avoid Volvo dealers who simply "replace" as a solution.

Thanks to Lee's help I was able to identify a problem with my door chime that wouldn't turn off. By removing fuse # 17 the chime has now stopped, giving me temporary relief. It looks like it's the door switch that needs replacing. Some door switches are easy to spot but on this car I can't see the s...

I really appreciate your assistance with this. I checked the fuses and they are ok. Where would the door switch be located? Is it inside the rubber housing by the door hinge? Or does it take a mechanic to get to it?

I just checked and the seat belt sign does not come on but the chime continally rings once ignition is turned on. I also noted that the interior side lights by the doors on both sides in the front stay on too. I'm now wondering if it is a "key left in ignition" chime or door ajar chime. Co...

My seat belt chime started ringing and won't stop, even if I buckle seat belt on drivers side. Chime will only stop when I turn off ignition. Just started acting like this recently. Does anyone know what might be causing this? Any information would be greatly appreciated.