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Yesterday, 01:29 PMBeen too cold here for the last few days so haven't done anything more. Seat heaters are still working so OK to drive until the problem is resolved....6 replies | 235 view(s) -
02-04-2023, 02:23 PMMy wife's 2011 XC70 (3.2) was parked by her last night - working fine. This morning she tries to start it and it doesn't turn over. I took the...0 replies | 87 view(s)
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02-04-2023, 07:18 AMYou swapped CCM, so, I’m thinking it’s not CCM. Check the grounds.6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-03-2023, 11:27 AMWell damn not the news to see first thing after logging back in after ~5 years. RIP JRL and thanks for any help I am sure you gave me on stuff...1 replies | 124 view(s)
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02-02-2023, 06:33 PMFollowed this https://youtu.be/xX3qrdBEn-I but no success so far. Going to pull things apart again tomorrow to try and figure out what's what. Last...6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-02-2023, 06:31 PMRJK started a thread 2010 XC70 3.2 rear differential compatibility - What other yrs models fit? in 2008+ XC70Hi, I'm hoping someone can help me with what years and model cars have rear carriers that fit my 2010 XC70 3.2. Most salvage yards list compatible...0 replies | 121 view(s)
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02-02-2023, 11:32 AMIt might be a good idea to check for 12V at the 4 pin connector that plugs into the fan control module, which comes from fuse 26 to pin A2 (2002...6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-01-2023, 06:59 PMThanks. I've checked out the original blower motor in the car and on the bench and it works with 12V applied. Ditto a second motor from a local...6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-01-2023, 03:54 PMNot sure how you checked out the blower motor but an easy check to see if the motor is working is to unplug the two pin connector that goes to the...6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-01-2023, 01:54 PMJust bad luck that as the weather turned cold, the fan on my 04 XC70 stopped working. Everything else on the CCM is fine, all bulbs light up and all...6 replies | 235 view(s)
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02-01-2023, 01:15 PMSaw this on another forum but didn't see it mentioned anywhere here: "Mod note. Jim passed away in early 2022, his contributions to this forum are...1 replies | 124 view(s)
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01-30-2023, 03:27 PMLately we've been noticing with our '04 that if it is restarted after running briefly, say 10 minutes, and sitting briefly, say another 10 minutes,...2 replies | 208 view(s)
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01-30-2023, 02:19 PMHeater issue that i cannot resolve. If you sit and idle the car in cold temperatures outside it will not produce any heat in the car. If you drive it...0 replies | 153 view(s)
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01-30-2023, 09:20 AMAm doing a "work around".....turn key on, wait 5 seconds and then engine fires up. Possibly the check valve in the fuel pump. Engine runs fine, once...2 replies | 208 view(s)
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01-28-2023, 05:14 PMAllgonquin replied to a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Still dry now on the 28th. Clearly the seal was the cause of the leak. Not saying the car doesn’t have blow-by….I’m sure it has “age appropriate”...4 replies | 365 view(s)
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01-27-2023, 12:24 PMAny acceleration or even cruising steady at high speed is boost. At 270k the cylinders are tapered upwards, the compression rings are worn, too....4 replies | 365 view(s)
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01-23-2023, 08:55 PMAllgonquin replied to a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Fingers crossed, but looking good. It's been a week and the belly pan should have started to allow a leak if it was leaking at the previous rate -...4 replies | 365 view(s)
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01-22-2023, 08:07 PM...reminds me, it's soon time to change my CAFs.3 replies | 297 view(s)
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01-22-2023, 08:05 PM...consider getting a used one from a wrecker, like erievovo.com (you will likely have to phone them) and tell them you want it so you can have it...2 replies | 154 view(s)
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01-20-2023, 07:26 PMContinued with some maintenance on my 05 XC70. Replaced the right engine mount and the torque rod mount. Also figured it would be a good time to...0 replies | 253 view(s)
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01-19-2023, 06:14 AMXfingers replied to a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)The vacuum from your rubber glove test only shows the PCV IDLE circuit isn't plugged. There's another BOOST circuit for PCV gases when the engine is...4 replies | 365 view(s)
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01-18-2023, 01:48 PMStrange noise from timing belt area when engine cold. It starts around 1 min. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf-oO-yCJtQ&t=1s This was recorded...0 replies | 216 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 04:51 PMMost cars and trucks built in the last 20 or 30 years have systems that consume small amounts of power whether the key is on or not. If your car...2 replies | 346 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 04:25 PMI been putting it off for the year I owned it3 replies | 297 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 02:46 PMAllgonquin started a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)2004, 270K miles (yes!) Car developed a significant oil leak almost overnight. Seemed to be coming from the driver's side of the engine. Could not...4 replies | 365 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 01:55 PMI have a 2004 XC70 that doesn't keep fuel pressure in the fuel rail. If I turn key on and wait, then turn it off, then turn it on and wait and turn...2 replies | 208 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 01:35 PMAh, the neglected cabin air filter. When I first changed mine right after acquiring my XC70 in 2017, there was so much junk in the compartment. It...3 replies | 297 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 08:19 AMThe top engine mount looked good but the was excessive okay in the mount. When I moved the strut bar the was a loud clunking noise. I decided to...3 replies | 297 view(s)
