Yep, it is the last six digits, and my '02 falls within the service bulletin's parameters. Should the cover be replaced preventively or should I wait for symptoms?

I'm trying to find out if my '02 falls in the chassis break for the B4 Servo Cover Failure leading to 2-3 upshift flare, etc.

jdj2-Namibia!?! Is that for real? I was going to ask you about how the Kumho Solus do in the snow, but--never mind!:D

No off-road yucks for this gal, f'sure. (Not my car, I just found it for her.) The Michelins sound interesting...do you remember which kind on your '03 or '01?

How is the noise level with the Kumho ITs? I know it's tricky comparing noise levels with two different vehicles, but are they quieter than the Nokians?

I have not heard great things about the OE Pirelli Scorpio STRs, although they got a pretty good comparo on TireRack. The bad rap is that they're noisy and not very good in snow or ice (what's the...

First Post: I just helped my friend buy a beauteous blue sparkling fresh (39K miles) 2002 V70 XC for $15K. (Good price I think.) She's a she so I'm researching car care for her.

JRL: "...some...