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Forkster started a thread Brake Question for the experts in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Hey guys I've noticed a couple of symptoms lately with my brakes: 1. When I wash my car, I find the brakes don't work well 2. front right brake...

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05-17-2013, 06:03 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Brake Job Tomorrow. Any tips\tricks? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Unless you drive with the handbrake on frequently, they really don't wear down very fast. I'm only on my second set at 337K kms and not even close to...

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05-17-2013, 09:01 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Brake Job Tomorrow. Any tips\tricks? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

100% on the Blue ATE. Way easier to check level; plus as said, makes bleeding way easier, as well. Cheers, Bill

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05-17-2013, 09:00 AM

billr99 replied to a thread I can't buy these cars anymore! in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I've generally found that cars with less than 10K a year on them, although they may look great inside and out, have mechanical issues. That is,...

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05-17-2013, 04:15 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Air bag code SRS-0105 in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

That's not "pricey", that is an absolute ripoff. List on a OEM new module is around $200 and it only took me 45 minutes to change it and I had never...

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05-15-2013, 04:19 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Ball Joint Replacement in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Wish I could get 4 years out of my ball joints. Roads here are so bad that lately I can't seem to get more than 18-24 months out of a set of...

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05-14-2013, 08:10 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Advice for replacing main airbag module in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

It would seem that this "specific programming" really means that all the numbers match and will accept communications from the rest of the network....

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05-14-2013, 05:00 AM

billr99 replied to a thread 2001 v70 xc -------- m66 in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I'll vote for that!!

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05-14-2013, 04:58 AM

billr99 replied to a thread 2004 xc70 brake shudder in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I also agree that it is something to check first. Since I live in salt air, I typically pull my calipers every spring, clean up everything and...

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05-14-2013, 04:50 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Electric System Problems- 2004 XC70 in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

The regulator is bolted into the regulator on these Bosch alternators and the price of a new regulator/brush assembly is typically more than half the...

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05-13-2013, 05:22 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Just got a 2001 xc70... need info? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

From your questions, it sounds like you might need an owners manual. If the car didn't come with one, try this link...

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05-12-2013, 07:55 PM

billr99 replied to a thread i'm LOOKING FOR SPARE TIRE 2003 xc 70 in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Try your local junkyard. Probably a few floating around there and the ones that come from S80, S60 or V70 might also work. Cheers, Bill

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05-12-2013, 07:50 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Yep, part number per VIDA is 30667878. I also have a 120A alternator but I don't think the pulley changes for any of the other alternator outputs. ...

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05-11-2013, 04:13 PM

billr99 replied to a thread A Very Bad Week . . . Volvo V70XC in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

You know, just for the helluva it, why don't you try a fluid change with what you know is fresh proper tranny fluid. Maybe put a can of TransTune in...

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05-11-2013, 04:04 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Radical Aftermarket Suspension Changes in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

A "spring hat" is a term referring to what amounts to the upper spring seat. Typically a racing term in my experience. In the case of a MacPherson...

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05-10-2013, 07:08 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I hadn't either, hence my surprise when I ended up having to replace mine. Keep in mind that this OAP device is somewhat new and was apparently...

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05-10-2013, 01:13 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Boy, I don't know. The fact that a catastrophic failure is possible with attendant collateral damage makes me think that a periodic replacement makes...

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05-10-2013, 12:26 PM

billr99 replied to a thread SRS System Urgent message in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Jeez, what BS that is. Wonder where buddy came up with that line? Cheers, Bill

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05-10-2013, 12:24 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Well, nobody got back to me on this so it looks like not too many have had to deal with a bad pulley. To review, I developed a rumble on cold...

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05-08-2013, 06:22 PM

billr99 replied to a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I believe they do, I think it is similar to this Part MN3400 - Serrated Alternator Pulley Bit SET that is sold by Metalnerd...

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05-06-2013, 04:44 AM

billr99 replied to a thread Meyle HD warranty in US? 48 months? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Pretty much all part of this globalization BS that we have now. From what I've seen, it is rare anymore to see German companies actually making...

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05-04-2013, 06:47 PM

billr99 replied to a thread power steering fluid: which brand? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Agreed. I believe you can get Pentosin CHF 11S at your local VW dealer and you can also get it at AutoPartsWay.ca. When I've ordered from...

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05-04-2013, 08:37 AM

billr99 replied to a thread #3 Cyllinder misfiring, started out of the blue in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

And you could buy one of those very old cars for $500 or less. My first VW was $50 and it actually ran. Gawd, I loved the good old days! ...

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05-04-2013, 05:21 AM

billr99 replied to a thread #3 Cyllinder misfiring, started out of the blue in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Interesting. Yeah, I agree. With all the parameters these cars have to deal with these days, just one wee thing being off a bit will case big...

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05-04-2013, 03:42 AM

billr99 replied to a thread #3 Cyllinder misfiring, started out of the blue in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Ethanol? Really? The US has been running up to 10% ethanol in high pollution areas for years. I know when I lived in Ohio, widely available ethanol...

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05-03-2013, 05:56 AM

billr99 started a thread Anybody Done An Alternator Pulley (OAP)? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I have finally traced my morning first start rumble to a failing alternator pulley (or so-called OAP (overrun alternator pulley), clutch pulley or...

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04-23-2013, 04:38 AM

billr99 replied to a thread AC blowing oddly in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Check to see if your sensor in the CCM panel (behind the gridded hole) is clear of dust and crud. That may be screwing up what the unit thinks is...

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04-23-2013, 04:35 AM

billr99 replied to a thread VIDA Software update bought online in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

Shammyh: When was the last time you downloaded from Volvo? A little bit ago, someone here or on Matthew's Site stated that when they tried, they...

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04-22-2013, 04:11 AM

billr99 replied to a thread VIDA Software update bought online in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I checked with these guys as well as another that had software listed on their on-line catalog and they told me that they may list the various...

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04-09-2013, 04:55 AM

billr99 replied to a thread 2001 V70XC - Alignment vitals after suspension parts replacement in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)

I run about -.75 camber in the front. A bit better front bite and I have not seen any adverse tire wear as long as I keep the toe in spec. I'm also...

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