Pretty clever. I think replacing the entire sub-frame might be slightly easier. No cutting or fabricating required at the cost of more dis-assembly and assembly. It was easier than I expected and the yard charged me $100 for the entire sub-frame.

I replaced the entire rear subframe with both control arms with one I got from a junk yard. It wasn't that hard or expensive.

I spent a long time and a lot of effort looking for a broken wire at the hinge (as in your picture). I just wanted people to know that this isn't always the problem, and sometimes the solution is much easier. I also wanted people to know that they can check the integrity of the "big black wire&...

After way too much work, I just fixed this on my 03 V70 and I thought I'd share in more detail what my problem and solution was. If I had read this, it would have saved me a ton of work and grief. This may also apply to the XC70 and XC90. Background: The circuit for the tailgate open sensor passes t...

So while parked at a bank last week, my 2003 V70 T5M was whacked by an out-of-control granny. Most of the damage was to the right rear suspension. Fortunately, I found a junked donor car 30 minute away. I've got almost everything apart on my car and it looks like all the suspension parts need to be ...

Car is a 2003 V70 T5m with 220k miles I've owned for about 6 years. For a few years I've had a metallic rattle coming from the front right when going over small bumps. Other odd symptoms are that the car gets unsettled in turns at any speed and the front tire are rubbing badly when fully turned. I'v...

I got the supplement, but I need the color codes for my tailgate. I'm getting the false open error, and after pulling the harness, my wires aren't frayed.

Does anyone have the 2003 V70/XC70/XC90 wiring diagram? The one on VolvoWiringDiagrams.com is corrupt and won't open.

Specifically: TP3964202 2003 V70 XC70 XC90 Wiring Diagrams.pdf

Just an update, now that I know what to listen for, I can hear loose linkage when I close door.

So, yes both keys turn in the door. I was wondering if the key mechanically unlocks the door, or if it's purely an electrical connection between the key and the locking mechanism. The drawing show "links" but not really where they go. If I install a junk yard locking mechanism, will any de...