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by Slycox
10 Jan 2017, 15:41
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak
Replies: 8
Views: 1425

Re: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak

Well the rental tester read 150 ish on all the cylinders but I'm not 100% comfortable with those readings so I've got a tester on order and will update when I get it. Going to do an oil change next and see what that looks like. The PCV system is plugged as well. Depending what I find on the rest of ...
by Slycox
10 Jan 2017, 10:00
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak
Replies: 8
Views: 1425

Re: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak

Thanks for the information. Will go get a compression tester today.

Any recommendations on spark plugs?
by Slycox
10 Jan 2017, 09:20
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak
Replies: 8
Views: 1425

Re: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak

How many miles are on the beast? Get the battery on a charger and then figure out if the battery is any good. First step. Second step..compression test to see if you have a runner or a parts car. The ignition switch is a common failure point for these cars which would cover a lot of your symptoms, ...
by Slycox
09 Jan 2017, 20:16
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak
Replies: 8
Views: 1425

98 V70 XC multiple problems, electrical, oil leak

Good evening this is my first post here and I just bought a 1998 V70 XC today and am looking for the advice and knowledge to be gained here. The car is in great shape body wise no major rust issues, no dings or dents. The rear tailgate doesn't stay up nor does the hood pop open properly but other th...