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Volvo S70 Service light reset?

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1997 - 2000 S70, S70 AWD
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dobriduh
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Volvo S70 Service light reset?

Post by dobriduh »

I found this method on here but it doesnt work for me:
Turn key on pos 1 while holding the odometer reset button. Keep holding it in and turn key to pos 2. Wait for service light to flash. Its now reset

Is there any other way to reset this or I have to take it to the dealer
S70 1998 Automatic

zprovo
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Post by zprovo »

I think if your car is pre '99 you need a reset tool.
I (also) think ipd sells 'em.
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MadeInJapan
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Post by MadeInJapan »

You got it... 96-97 850's and '98 x70's have to have a tool to reset the service light...a pain.
Several options here:
1. take the bulb out- it's an annoyance anyway.
2. have the dealer reset it.
3. buy a special tool such as the Draper Reset Tool (check on ebay) like I did...unfortunately, IPD no longer sells such a tool.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
'04 V70 2.5T Red/Taupe Some Upgrades Mobil-1
'07 S40 T5 AWD 6 speed manual! Silver/Black Stage1 Heico & Elevate
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Post by BEJinFbk »

But the Draper tool on eBay HAS gotten cheaper this year.
Search " volvo reset draper".
'98 V70 R - Well Equipped for Life Up North... ;)

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