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Yesterday, 09:42 PMThis! I use Mobil 1 Full Synthetic 10w30 that meets the specs. It's the cheapest (was, until Kirkland motor oil was available locally, which meets...7 replies | 594 view(s) -
Yesterday, 09:32 PMReverend replied to a thread Help with evap leak above fuel tank in 07 XC70 in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)The J-hose is known to crack. Part #26 here; https://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=235635&ukey_product=1166195 ...7 replies | 429 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:20 PMYou have the options of anything between the 2001-2007 V70/XC70, and the same years (and possibly a year later) S60. 2001-2004 had the Cibie TSR (I...3 replies | 208 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:14 PMYes, there are better bulbs (none of them are LED or HID conversion bulbs - they *all* perform worse in a halogen reflector) - check on...2 replies | 159 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:10 PMI found it easy enough to just pull the whole headlamp out and replace the lamps (don't bother polishing the plastic - it's never good enough). It...34 replies | 27134 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:59 PMReverend replied to a thread •seeking help identifying cold start misfire• Coils and plugs replaced. in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Don't think that matters much with a misfire. Check the wires to the coils. They get hot, brittle, and may need to be replaced.10 replies | 352 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:09 PMperkinscl replied to a thread Rear wiper fluid drains down barely sprays rear window now any idea? in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Got mine fixed! Here's the old piece of what was left of my original nozzle next to the complete nozzle and it installed.4 replies | 108 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:50 PMperkinscl replied to a thread Fuel Pump Electric Module (PEM) - Don't buy Dorman Unit in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Nice score!!2 replies | 56 view(s)
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Yesterday, 11:01 AMTahoe_XC replied to a thread Fuel Pump Electric Module (PEM) - Don't buy Dorman Unit in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Update:. The fastest way to get the car rolling and the family back on track was a quick trip to Pick-N-Pull. Pulled two PEMs on from an 05 Xc70 the...2 replies | 56 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:52 AMA new Bosch MAF will work and costs about $100. Other brands are a waste of money. Seriously. A big waste. MAF cleaning rarely works. You can try...2 replies | 65 view(s)
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02-27-2021, 06:46 AMHaven't had the issue myself but I've read that if you're having a rough idle, you can try unplugging the wire to the MAF sensor. If your idle...2 replies | 65 view(s)
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02-27-2021, 04:51 AMCurious if anyone has had any luck cleaning the MAF sensor vs. just replacing it? I have a 2005 XC 70 that has developed an intermittent rough...2 replies | 65 view(s)
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02-26-2021, 09:57 PMTahoe_XC started a thread Fuel Pump Electric Module (PEM) - Don't buy Dorman Unit in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Don't make my mistake..... My 2006 started to experience cutting out while driving on the freeway. No check engine light. This happened a couple...2 replies | 56 view(s)
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02-25-2021, 07:00 PMYes! Here's a good visual:3 replies | 84 view(s)
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02-25-2021, 02:27 PMThanks. I am a little confused, my usual state. If I am turning left, the steering wheel is turned and I am going around a corner so I don't see...3 replies | 84 view(s)
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02-25-2021, 06:08 AMOuter CV joint, if it’s just when the when the wheel is turned. If the noise happens in a corner (load on the opposite side) then it’s your right...3 replies | 84 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 06:23 PMWhen turning left at low speed I hear a low fluttering sound. There is no sound while turning right. I seem to remember that this might be...3 replies | 84 view(s)
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02-23-2021, 10:36 AMThanks for your thoughts guys but a change in plans due to the big wind storm we had this weekend caused a broken branch to smash the front...5 replies | 156 view(s)
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02-23-2021, 05:24 AMIf your intent is to out the 850 engine in the XC, I wouldn’t. Too many differences, even though the blocks are similar. Find a decent 2003-2006...5 replies | 156 view(s)
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02-22-2021, 07:46 PMDrain the engine oil - the water will sink to the bottom - if a bunch of water comes out first-that's a bad thing. I've seen Oil cap mouse milk...5 replies | 156 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 07:24 PMHowdy Hoonk the 850 has a turbo the '06 was showing no antifreeze in the tank and dip stick showed way over full and the oil filter cap had lots...5 replies | 156 view(s)
