2006 xc70 breather (PCV) system

[jimpierce7]

Thank you!! I just tallied up using Volvo only parts and its almost $700. About $550 with what I have. XC70Rider set up adds about $70 to my original cost and I think I would rather have metal where metal is.

[jimpierce7]

Updated parts list. All I need is the wife's W-2. Got mine already. State returns come quick usually.

Part#: kit-504286 $208.60 Volvo PCV breather kit
part#: 30731007 $42.10 Volvo PCV nipple
part#: 31293698 $109.69 Thermostat
part#: 30731727 $144.99 Timing belt kit
part#: KIT-524581 $63.53 Water pump
part#: 8653884 $7.82 Banjo Bolt
part#: 18671 $1.13 x 2 crush washer

[xHeart]

Updated parts list. All I need is the wife's W-2. Got mine already. State returns come quick usually.

Part#: kit-504286 $208.60 Volvo PCV breather kit
part#: 30731007 $42.10 Volvo PCV nipple
part#: 31293698 $109.69 Thermostat
part#: 30731727 $144.99 Timing belt kit
part#: KIT-524581 $63.53 Water pump
part#: 8653884 $7.82 Banjo Bolt
part#: 18671 $1.13 x 2 crush washer

Above is a lot to handle in one setting unless you've help.

XC70 are fun to work while playing your favorite radio station. 2006 XC70 with 190,000 miles, I'd focus on following first:

• part#: 30731727 $144.99 Timing belt kit

• part#: KIT-524581 $63.53 Water pump

include this:

• auxiliary belt, idler roller and tensioner -- use new bolts

I drive 200-1000 miles before taking on next task.

[jimpierce7]

Above is a lot to handle in one setting unless you've help.

XC70 are fun to work while playing your favorite radio station. 2006 XC70 with 190,000 miles, I'd focus on following first:

• part#: 30731727 $144.99 Timing belt kit

• part#: KIT-524581 $63.53 Water pump

include this:

• auxiliary belt, idler roller and tensioner -- use new bolts

I drive 200-1000 miles before taking on next task.
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Sounds like sound advice. Thing is, my PCV system is plugged and inoperative. Maybe switch the procedure?

[Rattnalle]

A plugged PCV should absolutely have priority.

[xHeart]

A plugged PCV should absolutely have priority.

There is a convergence of crankcase, timing, and cooling. Prioritizing is a VERY good idea.

[Rattnalle]

A plugged PCV should absolutely have priority.

There is a convergence of crankcase, timing, and cooling. Prioritizing is a VERY good idea.

Agreed. And I don't believe in portioning those important repairs out. Do it all at once while you're there. PCV plus complete timing belt is still only a day's work. The accessory belt and PS pump has to come off for the thermostat anyways. Then getting the intake manifold off will be easier with the thermostat out of the way.

[jimpierce7]

woo hoo!! Parts on order!! I'll ask here but may start a new thread.

When installing the timing belt the tensioner is heat sensitive? Pretty sure I'll be a good 4 or 5 hours into the job when I get there? Would that be long enough to be "cold"?

[abscate]

In CA just stick the gauge I the middle of the range, it's not that critical.

[jimpierce7]

thanks!!