At 115K miles, the single most important thing is Timing Belt. Buy the Volvo TB kit for $120 and replace them (TB, pulleys x2). For maintenance, I have posted a few DIYs in forum. Search for other DIYs too. Local "foreign indie" shop wants $465 for the timing belt...makes me want to do it...

I was told the TB was o.k. based on a mechanic's inspection arranged by the dealer prior to my purchase, but still, if it hasn't been replaced I agree why wait. Not sure it is something I want to tackle myself but would love to save some money that way. I'll look for the DIY info.

P.S. I think you mentioned using an OEM oil filter. I see Amazon has several reputable alternatives like KN, Fram & Bosch...

THANKS a million - really need this kind of advice. I assume the oil change is straightforward and can be done with the right kind of filter wrench, etc. easily?

Great, thanks very much. I don't have any maintenance history as I believe the dealer bought it at an auction of some kind. I do have the Autocheck history report which is all good (no accidents, etc.) but doesn't show maintenance history as I had hoped. I hate paying for a Carfax after I already bo...

Hello all, We are the proud new owners of a 2006 XC90 2.5T FWD, 113k miles. This is also our first Volvo, so I admit to not knowing a lot about this make and model, and am hoping I can tap the experience of the forum members here to get some tips on two things: 1) what advice would you have regardin...