99 V70xc Hard Start...suddenly quick

Volvoagain · Post by **Volvoagain** » 25 Jul 2011, 18:18

181,100 miles....
And on to the next issue, as of yesterday its tough to get started in the morning...or once its cooled down.
Also once i do get it started it idles a little choppy for a few minutes. It now seems to be more powerful? Starts taking off quicker, more aggressive, idles a tad higher at stops...
Gas mileage appears to be decreasing; "bucks" at highway speeds around 2400-3200 rpms once or twice
CEL also on now, i'll grab codes in the morning...Thinking possibly MAF?
or CVVT?
Anyone seen this before? Thanks in advance!

Post by **jblackburn** » 26 Jul 2011, 08:18

Sounds like a MAF failure.

Volvoagain · Post by **Volvoagain** » 26 Jul 2011, 16:27

Gave it a quick cleaning to see if it made a difference....and it did somewhat, leading me to order a replacement.
I have to say i am liking the new feel...very responsive; very touchy pedal...puts your head back in the seat and has a strong power band 1600-3000 rpms....

Post by **BEJinFbk** » 26 Jul 2011, 22:56

'99, eh?
ETM?

Volvoagain · Post by **Volvoagain** » 27 Jul 2011, 18:29

ETM was replaced a few years back under warranty (Yellow Sticker)

Anyone know how long an MAF sensor can last? Just curious.....

Post by **jblackburn** » 27 Jul 2011, 21:53

No set limit to them really. Mine went after 10 yrs; the Buick's after 18.