Because the initial thread began as a general inquiry about sparkplugs and then kind of moved around, I thought it best to start anew.... re: 2000...

Uncle Vinnie

07-15-2010 06:01 AM
Uncle Vinnie

Uncle Vinnie wrote: I'm not so sure it is the plugs that are causing the roughness. 75K is a long time to go on one set, but I do find plugs are...

Jon Robertson

07-15-2010 02:40 AM
Richard W Langbauer

Got a couple of issues that I've noticed recently on my '87 740 Turbo. Not sure if they're related but both are intermittent. Firstly, it has started...

James Sweet

07-13-2010 02:54 AM
James Sweet

Of Topic maybe .Often the best tune up starts with a good blow out .I rev out my car in the lower gears so as not to exceed our speed limits.Here 3...

Jon Robertson

07-12-2010 10:38 PM
Jon Robertson

is there any source other than a dealer for getting a new remote for a Volvo? is it true that there is no kill switch in this car for the...

daffy

07-12-2010 06:28 PM
Tunku

Hello Folks: Can someone tell me the part number for an electronic key fob for a 1998 V70 GLT? It's a US delivery car. While I have your...

Larry Lindstrom

07-12-2010 07:33 AM
daffy

Thinking my Alternator was lazy I tried every thing to keep my battery charged.What did work was running another cable along side the earth cable...

Jon Robertson

07-11-2010 07:12 PM
ransley

Is there a source for seals for a water pump Mine was leaking but I suspect the seals were not put in properly in the first place as the pump seemed...

Jon Robertson

07-10-2010 02:25 AM
Jon Robertson

Hi! My ABS system on 240 '93 doesn't work and the light, on the panel, is on. Can it depend from the relay? Thanks, Andrea

andrea1717

07-06-2010 10:39 PM
Richard W Langbauer

Hi, When the ignition key is turned to the 1st position a noise starts up, like an electric motor running with bad bearings. The noise seems to be...

Andy

07-02-2010 02:52 PM
Andy

While charging around the South of France on my Hols (why do these things always happen on Holiday?)...the rear passenger door would not open,...

Alistair Ross

07-02-2010 06:36 AM
Rick... (The other Rick)

Hi, in my 1991 940 with B204E engine I have a problem with ECC A/C system that randomly do not start the front radiator fan. I checked the radiator...

Telespalla Bob

06-29-2010 02:31 PM
Telespalla Bob

You would probably have to remove the belt to tell. The play in the shaft may be only a few thousandths of an inch, a good bearing should have *no*...

Clara

06-28-2010 08:47 AM
Mr. V

From LL ***** Volvo Trucks of North America has announced the recall of certain VNL and VNM tractor trailer trucks concerning a faulty steering...

JLA

06-27-2010 01:37 PM
JLA

From AB ***** According to a report out of Germany, President and CEO of the Volkswagen Group of America Stefan Jacoby is set to leave the automaker...

JLA

06-24-2010 04:59 PM
JLA

Hi To All, I have come here before when i was in trouble and needed help and everyone was really cool and helped me to solve my issue. Here is...

Jamal

06-24-2010 03:55 PM
Jamal

"notdeadyet" wrote: At work we use the "hot wrench" (the acetylene powered one), but a good plumber's torch works too. Get the nuts HOT (glowing...

MasterBlaster

06-20-2010 02:51 AM
James Sweet

In article <hvb3la$s1q$2 (AT) news (DOT) eternal-september.org>, James Sweet <jamesrsweet (AT) gmail (DOT) com> wrote: Only in Volvo-land can a...

Tim McNamara

06-17-2010 06:14 AM
Richard W Langbauer

I'me told I have an angle gear housing leak, (the mechanism that helps to move power back to front and vice versa in Volvo's "AWD" format) and...

Gerry

06-15-2010 06:36 AM
Richard W Langbauer

The balljoints are probably shot too. Replace that stuff and you will be amazed how well the car handles, I did that and the bushings on my Volvos...

David Schierholz

06-14-2010 04:46 PM
James Sweet

What do I call it? I see pictures of the valves themselfs ON fcp Grottoen's web site, but advance gives me a blank look when I show it to...

David Schierholz

06-14-2010 03:53 PM
David Schierholz

The Volvo C70 converts from coupe to roadster with the press of a button. Its folding steel roof deploys from the trunk and converts from open car to...

sjmmail2000-247@yahoo.co.uk

06-12-2010 01:09 AM
sjmmail2000-247@yahoo.co.uk

Hello All I have a 2007 Volvo S60 and the windshield trim on the driver's side is a little loose. The trim rattles a bit at highways speeds and...

Russ

06-11-2010 06:06 AM
ransley

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06-10-2010 03:52 PM
Richard W Langbauer

My daughter was on the road in heavy rains last evening when she says she heard something pop and then the blades quite moving. However it seems the...

Denny A

06-10-2010 11:36 AM
James Sweet

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06-10-2010 09:01 AM
bond best

Gary Heston wrote: The bulb failure sensor is a bit too sensitive and will turn on the indicator with mismatched bulbs. The fast blink is separate,...

Uncle Vinnie

06-09-2010 08:35 AM
Uncle Vinnie

Hello, Can cold-air intake yield a small improvement in fuel economy on a 1997 Volvo 850 (non-turbo)? Would fuel economy improvement...

socraticquest

06-06-2010 04:08 PM
Richard W Langbauer

I have a 2002 V70 and for no apparent reason the light do not flash when I lock the doors with the remote. The doors lock fine. There just is...

Njord

06-06-2010 02:29 PM
Richard W Langbauer

In May 2008 my C70 D5 (185 hp) automatic was delivered. First I considered to change the Pirellis for Michelins before delivery. I didn't do it like...

Joerg Lorenz

06-03-2010 06:57 AM
Joerg Lorenz

notdeadyet wrote: The EGR system uses a metal pipe connected to the exhaust manifold which leads to a valve assembly that connects to the intake...

James Sweet

05-30-2010 07:41 PM
James Sweet

1. What is the current thinking on switching to a synthetic oil at 170k (105k miles)? I'd like to keep the car a few more years as it runs...

Gerry

05-27-2010 04:06 PM
Richard W Langbauer

piss poor output from inside fan, aircon works but no cajones from the fan...is this normal or do i need to do something?

the Mink

05-27-2010 10:26 AM
the Mink

Like the subject says.....goaning noise when turning either right or left at low speed. Happens either going into a turn or straightening...

Tim Shandonay

05-24-2010 08:48 AM
Tim Shandonay

I have a S80 1991 T6 and get the disk 1 can not be recognized message on the sat nav screen, looks like the CD rom drive at fault, Volvo want 1K+...

GI7B

05-17-2010 11:24 AM
GI7B

Does this gearbox have bands? What would cause slight shudder in first on takeof ? Worse if towing a trailer.

F Murtz

05-11-2010 10:41 PM
F Murtz

Does anyone have experiences about change lamps to the heater control panel? My panel have lost all lights, and now i am thinking to change lamps to...

Hörkkö Antti

05-09-2010 01:24 PM
James Sweet

Does the V40 have any type of filter or screen in the transmission that could become clogged that is serviceable by dropping the pan. I cant find any...

ransley

05-07-2010 04:38 PM
ransley

Re: 2000 C70. Started yesterday, start car... go, directionals and headlights not working. Turn car off, then back on, they work. Can't be a...

Uncle Vinnie

05-06-2010 05:22 PM
Glenn K

I have arranged a meet for Volvo car enthusiasts in the North West UK for Sunday 13th of June 2010 at Pennington Flash Country Park about 12...

cliper52

05-05-2010 05:50 PM
cliper52

Then again, if your current transmission is working well, why swap it out? Flush and replace the fluid. The price seems pretty reasonable,...

Mr. V

05-03-2010 07:49 PM
Mr. V

My '91 240 has developed an annoying problem with the electric windows. That being that they have stopped working most of the time. I've not had...

Denny A

05-01-2010 12:29 PM
James Sweet

On Apr 8, 5:51*pm, Tony <Nos... (AT) nospam (DOT) com> wrote: It's not possible to remain small in the automotive business and have a hope of...

Tim McNamara

04-30-2010 05:23 PM
Roadie

Hi all, Working with my 2001 S40 1.9T and a Palm Centro. This may be a bit of a left-field question but does anyone know if a OBD reader based on...

blurp

04-26-2010 02:54 PM
blurp

The wire that runs from the computer to lug #1 on the coil and over to the knock generator (Chrysler ignition box) is coaxial or shielded. Must be a...

clay

04-22-2010 10:25 PM
clay

re: 2000 C70, 2.4 Looking just to be sure, seems changing spark plugs is fairly simple even for me to do. Engine requires 5 plugs, gapped at...

Uncle Vinnie

04-20-2010 06:19 AM
Uncle Vinnie

Earlier in the week I put my gas powered weed eater into the trunk of my '91 240 and apparently got some of the 2 cycle gas (gas and oil mix) onto...

Denny A

04-18-2010 08:20 PM
James Sweet

Greetings all... Where can I find on the internet, a list of scheduled maintenance for a 2000 Volvo C70. I've googled around, no luck.. lots of...

Uncle Vinnie

04-18-2010 05:51 AM
Uncle Vinnie

Dug into it today. Took all afternoon to study the mess and pull the manifold. What's the trick to getting the injector plugs off without busting...

clay

04-17-2010 09:34 PM
James Sweet

I have a 97' 960 w/170K miles. First time I pull forward in the morning it feels like the clutch is slipping just for 100 feet. No other slipping any...

njem

04-15-2010 07:14 AM
Jon Robertson