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  1. Thanks for the confirmation on the cupholder JRL!...

    Thanks for the confirmation on the cupholder JRL! Alas, I have traded-in my 2001 V70 XC over the weekend ($1800!!) for a 2013 Nissan LEAF SL (w/premium pkg). It was a tough move for me as I love the...
  2. 2001 XC70 tranny dead...in the market for replacement '05-'07

    Fellow XC70 enthusiasts!
    My 2001 V70 XC finally bit the bullet and it's transmission has failed now for a 3rd (and final time). The first two I had replaced while still under warranty, and from...
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    Just a quick update. Took the car in to the...

    Just a quick update. Took the car in to the dealer and they confirmed that the problem IS the ABS module and want to do a full replacement for $1K!!! I am not sure what to do next as I declined to...
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    Output Speed Sensor Failure?

    Folks,
    I have been experiencing some issues lately with my 2001 V70 XC (165K) that are somewhat concerning. About a year ago, I had received a number of panicky messages that seemed to indicate...
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    Similar noise issue in front driver wheel too...

    From the sounds of it, it may be a CV joint or axle issue but I am not sure. Mine only knocks when I am coasting, applying throttle or braking it disappears but it is pretty loud. There is no...
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    Yes, I was disappointed by the life on the WR...

    Yes, I was disappointed by the life on the WR G2's. Alignment is fine and I would classify myself as a rather mild mannered driver who enjoys curves every once and again. No tread warranty in the...
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    Yes...this is a temporary installation during...

    Yes...this is a temporary installation during really heavy snow and then remove back to the Nokians. Not intending to do very long distances with them on (e.g. less than 80 miles). These have...
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    Quick tire change question...

    Folks,
    I just got a set of 4 Yokohama Ice Guard tires which I would like to put on my vehicle this weekend. I have been running Nokian WR G2 tires and they have gotten about 15,500 miles on...
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    My tire dealer is pointing me toward some Yokohamas

    Folks,
    Been reading this post a bit. I have the Nokian WRs on my XC70 but for my '09 XC90 R-Design 3.2 AWD I will need to get something a bit longer lasting than the Nokians and am looking more...
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    Any ol' tranny fluid will do?

    Just reading a variety of the tranny fluid/flushing posts. It does seem that there is a growing consensus that any ol' Dexron fluid will do. I was just about to order some synthetic Mobil 1 tranny...
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    Switchblade keys NOT compatible with earlier MY XCs??

    Talking to my dealer's parts guy today and he indicated that you cannot upgrade to a switchblade style key for the older models that used the key and fob design. I was a bit disappointed as I had...
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    Found a camera for a decent price that *may* work...

    Found a camera for a decent price that *may* work with the 2009 XC90:
    http://volvopartspeople.com/SearchProduct.asp?Model=XC90&catid=3376803441362064&year=07&productdesc=Parking+Assistance+Camera
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    R-Design XC90...

    I will be picking up my 2009 R-Design 3.2 XC90 next week. From my test drives and recollection of the dealer brochure, I believe that the R-Design has more of a sport tuned suspension. I am not...
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    Rear Park Assist Camera installation...

    Folks,
    Trying to find a better deal on the installation of this option at my dealer on my 2009 R-Design XC90. I currently have the rear parking sensors and the navigation system in place so as I...
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    A/C System Charge Issue...

    Folks,
    Well after a little over a year and half since I had "topped off" my AC system with a 12 oz. can of 134A, I decided yesterday would be a good day to add another can. The system was...
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    maybe I have a wheel bearing issue....

    Found a new factor that might help narrow my vibration noise issue down and perhaps NOT point at the tires being the culprit. When I am hard cornering to the right, the vibration noise disappears,...
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    maybe wheel bearing?

    Found a new factor that might help narrow my vibration noise issue down and perhaps NOT point at the tires being the culprit. When I am hard cornering to the right, the vibration noise disappears,...
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    Sell the Nokians??

    Just trying to get a sense of what to do next now since there doesn't appear to be a reason for the low-end noise I am getting other than the tires (and the rear ones only??) These tires are less...
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    Kamiar, Wow if that is the case, how come so...

    Kamiar,
    Wow if that is the case, how come so many folks on the forum here don't have issues with that tire size? I feel like I might need to try and sell my brand new Nokian's for what I can get...
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    Jeremy, your noise issue from this vibration...

    Jeremy, your noise issue from this vibration sounds interesting and similar to an issue I am having with my '01. I will be interested in what you find out is causing it as I believe mine is related...
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    Bad noise from new Nokians??

    I too have just installed a new set of Nokian WR G2's in the 235/60R16 size and have been noticing a noise that seems most similar to a differential that is low on fluid. A kind of low-end whir that...
  22. summary...

    No worries there...as I said before, it would take a lot to get me upset in an online forum. I am pretty easy-going about accepting my short-comings when it comes to attention to detail. I...
  23. bedside manner??

    heheh....JRL is right in saying what he thinks....I did read the manual a few times and saw the area where it pointed out the dash lights and their meaning...I also read these threads....I had hoped...
  24. JRL...heheh....indeed...I did look left...washer...

    JRL...heheh....indeed...I did look left...washer fluid low. Is that all that light indicates is messages in the messages section of the display? When I mean vengence, I mean the issue behind the...
  25. Orange Triangle Light with Exclamation Point help...like the one marking this thread!

    Folks,
    This sounds ridiculous, but does anyone know what this light really means when it comes on? I have read a few cryptic ideas about sensors going bad or otherwise, but does it just mean...
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