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Today, 08:24 PM2004 XC70. Had windshield replaced and the two cowl end caps and sealing foam disintegrated when windshield tech. removed. Had some water dripping on...0 replies | 4 view(s) -
09-30-2024, 04:48 PMYou can upgrade to the 305 MM - all you need is the 305 mm rotors, and a set of caliper brackets for a 305mm car (a T5). Keep your calipers, brake...1 replies | 205 view(s)
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09-30-2024, 07:34 AMNew XC owner here, I made a mistake and ordered the wrong size rotors for my 2003 V70 when I bought them along side the brake pads . Should have...1 replies | 205 view(s)
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09-29-2024, 08:20 AMConfirmed it was due to broken upper engine mount. Torque rod was also shot While cold, if I accelerated more vigorously the engine would lean...1 replies | 409 view(s)
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09-27-2024, 06:19 PMThis happened to me once, years ago - radiator fan would not shut off. Open the hood. See if it is running. If it is the radiator fan that is...2 replies | 277 view(s)
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09-27-2024, 11:21 AMare you sure it's the fan? When my vacuum pump switch broke I thought it was a fan running too. HVAC blower motor is behind glovebox.2 replies | 277 view(s)
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09-27-2024, 01:20 AMThe XC70 2001 has been sitting for a few now. I need to run it as a spare car while I am fixing something in the Subaru. I charged the battery and...2 replies | 277 view(s)
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09-10-2024, 05:16 PMAny updates on this? Hope you figured it out without towing it...1 replies | 1671 view(s)
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09-10-2024, 05:15 PMHey everyone, completely stumped by this one, and I've spent about two weeks looking at answers. In short: Scraping noise, right wheel vicinity,...1 replies | 409 view(s)
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09-10-2024, 11:00 AMkef replied to a thread Tire Recommendation Needed - 215/65R16 - Follow-up with Decision Made in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)I'm very pleased with Micheline Cross Climate II. Perfect for Upstate NY and as all-season tires.4 replies | 2709 view(s)
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09-04-2024, 04:02 PMAstro14 replied to a thread Tire Recommendation Needed - 215/65R16 - Follow-up with Decision Made in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Thank you for the feedback - I'm good for now, but your experience certainly will have me looking at the Vredesteins! Cheers, Astro4 replies | 2709 view(s)
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09-04-2024, 09:18 AMvtl replied to a thread Tire Recommendation Needed - 215/65R16 - Follow-up with Decision Made in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)I threw away my dedicated winter tires set when I spent one Boston winter with Vredestein Quatracs. They were worse on unplowed roads than regular...4 replies | 2709 view(s)
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08-20-2024, 02:30 PMIf the boot is intact, and the joint is tight, you?re good. To check - jack up the car, make sure it?s secure, and grab the wheel at the 12 and 6...1 replies | 1325 view(s)
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08-15-2024, 11:19 AMWhat are the possible signs if ball joint need to be replaced. 04 XC70 167k. Nothing too obvious. No thunks or sound from wheels. Just wondering due...1 replies | 1325 view(s)
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08-14-2024, 01:36 PMBrickDriver replied to a thread No luck with Tasca, need to order new lock cylinder keyed to VIN, good source? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)If you can turn the key to position I, but have trouble going farther, it's likely a fairly easy fix to "break it" as vti recommended. I fixed mine...2 replies | 915 view(s)
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08-13-2024, 01:32 PMvtl replied to a thread No luck with Tasca, need to order new lock cylinder keyed to VIN, good source? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Well, fix your old lock cylinder via regular means (break it!). Easier, cheaper, quicker, 100% works.2 replies | 915 view(s)
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08-12-2024, 01:45 PMAllgonquin started a thread No luck with Tasca, need to order new lock cylinder keyed to VIN, good source? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Hi all, Very long time since I've posted. The ignition switch on my 04 XC70 is failing - and I've only just broken in the car with 285K (miles)...2 replies | 915 view(s)
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08-09-2024, 12:24 PMHello all. I have a small leak in my fuel filler neck and am getting an occasional 0442 and 0442P code. The dealer did a smoke test and didn't find...0 replies | 1981 view(s)
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08-07-2024, 01:28 PMI always make sure that the pads move freely but, like you, feel it's more important on inners than outers. Having said that, I just had to replace...1 replies | 1466 view(s)
