Car runs fine when I start it up. As I drive it, the temperature gauge starts rising to the middle position. Once the car reaches that medium temperature position, the gauge freezes in place and a little yellow triangular caution warning lights up on my dash. I have coolant in my reservoir, so I don...

Mechanic tells me it's going to cost $1200 to replace my timing belt, water pump, and some kind of sensor (I'll update with info). I figured now would be a good time to learn how to repair the volvo myself. Here's what I'm wondering specifically: 1. Where can I get a timing belt + Water pump kit tha...

My s60 turned itself off on the freeway after the check engine light came on. I look under the hood and my coolant tank is completely empty. A local mechanic tests it and finds there is a leak. Here's my problem: No one will even try to diagnose what all is wrong with my car because they can't read ...

Just got my car from a local dealer. First night home and my car alarm woke me up this morning. I ran down stairs to turn it off but my key fob (remote) seemed to be dead. I used the key blade to get in the car, and put the key in the ignition to temporarily turn off the alarm, but I can't get the c...

I recently purchased a 2002 s60. I'm planning on getting the interior looking like-new. 1. The leather seats have one or two very small holes in the "hide". You can see the filler/cushion. 2. The leather is cracked,dirty and worn. 3. The plastic side paneling on the interior of the door pa...

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I recently purchased a 2002 s60, and I'm planning on spending the next few months repairing/replacing all of the key systems, as both a means of tuning up a used car purchase, and teaching/preparing myself for owning this car for the next 10 years or so. However, I don't want to go out and spend $3,...

I've driven mostly junkers for the past 4 years. I recently got a new job and bought a used 2002 s60. This is the first car I've had where I actively want to put time and energy into taking care of it, repairing it, and getting the most out of it. However, I've never done much routine maintenance be...