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About Roger Patricio
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Can answer all Volvo car questions. European and Canada spec cars are different but I can try to help you.

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I am a Certified Volvo Tech at in Independent Volvo Repair shop. I grew up around Volvos and decided I wanted to do it professionally. I worked at the dealer for about a year then I went to work at an Independent shop which I have been with for 10 years.
   

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1989 Volvo 74011/17/2008
  Q: Symptom started 10/10/08 .Vehicle will stall intermittently, and some times will not restart until ...
  A: Casey, can be an intermittent Speed sensor or ignition power stage unit. It may also be a harness ...
Clutch problem11/17/2008
  Q: I own a 94 Volvo 460 GLE (European spec). My husband put the car in reverse heard a loud pop and the ...
  A: Veronica, Ive never worked on those. Not sure if those have cables or if they are hydraulic ...
starting problem 78 Volvo 245 DL11/16/2008
  Q: This old Volvo belongs to my mom who doesn't drive any more but has family & friends drive it to ...
  A: Jim, Auto Zone knows nothing about anything. Since your box has only 12 fuses then there is only ...
240 heater core11/16/2008
  Q: Greetings, Need source of info or your description of sequence and steps to remove the interior ...
  A: Joe, Its not exactly fun. For me, I like to take the dash out but its not necessary. You can do ...
volvo brakes11/16/2008
  Q: I have a 98 volvo SW that needs front brakes. The repair people say i have to replace the routers. ...
  A: Debbie, No its not true. Those jerks dont know how to fox Lawn Mowers let alone a Volvo. They are ...
removing '92 Volvo 240 inner door panel11/15/2008
  Q: I like to do simple work on my own cars, but i'm no mechanic, and prefer to learn things the right ...
  A: Johnana, there are 3 screws to remove. The 2 covers on the arm rests just pop out and acess the 2 ...
volvo brakes11/15/2008
  Q: I have a 98 volvo SW that needs front brakes. The repair people say i have to replace the routers. ...
  A: Debbie, depends on if you have a vibration or if the rotors are badly pitted and lipped. You should ...
1999 volvo S80 transmision11/15/2008
  Q: i have a 99 Volvo S80 that i have had for a little over a year now. just tonight i stopped at a stop ...
  A: Figure about 3500 installed at the dealer. Im probably off with that figure because all dealers are ...
Indy Volvo Repair in SE Florida11/14/2008
  Q: I need to find a decent Volvo mechanic in the Ft. Laud area. I won't hold you responsible for any ...
  A: There are a few shops over there but none come to mind. We are on the other side of you about 3 ...
1999 volvo S80 transmision11/14/2008
  Q: i have a 99 Volvo S80 that i have had for a little over a year now. just tonight i stopped at a stop ...
  A: Andrew, dont bother. Trans failure is a common issue with that year S80. Get a Volvo ...
low pressure oil warning11/11/2008
  Q: Roger, I have a 01 v70 turbo and have been reading quite a few posts on this subject and it seems ...
  A: Bill, If you have a lift its not bad to do. Doing it on the floor sucks. you need a engine cradle ...
1998 C70 Engine Issue11/10/2008
  Q: mechanic says no compression on cylinder #1--engine missing badly. we have 146,000 miles on what has ...
  A: Thomas, so many miles? That car is still new. I guess you havent had a Volvo before. He is correct ...
1994 850 turbo11/9/2008
  Q: my windows and sunroof all stop working. ive checked the fuses that i could find where else could i ...
  A: Corey, remove the cover to the fuse box by taking out the 4 torx screws. There is fuse that cant ...
'04 Volvo V70 T511/8/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 Volvo V70 T5. I have a strange intermittent issue. It happen the first time a year ago ...
  A: John, Your scanner wont tell me anything. Needs to be scanned with the VADIS system. From what it ...
2002 volvo s60 flame trap box11/7/2008
  Q: I took my volvo to dealership b/c it was making some noise, they said the flame trap box needs to be ...
  A: Wanda, That is too expensive. No you can do it yourself. And forget going to those morons that ...
Light replacement11/6/2008
  Q: I have a 2001 C70 and the light in the console gear indicator is OUT. How do you get in there to ...
  A: Jay, If you have a coupe they arent bad to do but a Convertible pretty much sucks. You need to take ...
fuel pump question on 87 24511/5/2008
  Q: great site....i read somewhere that you said if the fuel pump is noisy it is probably on its last ...
  A: Dan, first I would start with replacing the in-tank pump. If the main pump stops humming then the ...
2002 s60 volvo non turbo11/5/2008
  Q: how difficult is it to change the timing belt? Are special tools required? Should more than 2 ...
  A: Charles, to put it mildly, Even a skilled tech has problems with these belts. I would not recommend ...
91 Volvo 940 Turbo11/3/2008
  Q: We are working on a 91 Volvo 940 Turbo and it is running rough and cuts out at higher speeds, we ...
  A: Ian, Ive seen this before but cant remember exactly what it was. I would check to see if all turbo ...
Heated Mirror11/3/2008
  Q: I drive a Volvo 1998 C70 convert. The driver's side outside mirror does not heat up although the ...
  A: Garth, Tell this experienced Guy that no its not. Its the same as the 960 and 70 series with heated ...
o-ring on Volvo oil filter housing11/2/2008
  Q: Sorry for the incredibly stupid question. When putting the o-ring on the housing that contains the ...
  A: Richard, it goes on the spot where you took the old one off. Basicaly its the last gap on the ...
Vovlo Not Starting11/1/2008
  Q: I have 96 Volvo 960 sedan. Replaced battery in 3-08. Car ran for few weeks. Then it sat for few ...
  A: Debbie, Its possible that the car has a serious draw and drained the battery. charge the battery up ...
Timing belt11/1/2008
  Q: In June 2006 I purchased a Volvo 850 Sedan (Non-Turbo) 5-speed trans. with 85,000 miles. I don't ...
  A: Suzanne, These are 70 Thousand mile belts. Some one did the belt early. We recommend 7 years or ...
Heated Mirror11/1/2008
  Q: I drive a Volvo 1998 C70 convert. The driver's side outside mirror does not heat up although the ...
  A: Garth, those are fairly easy. They just pop on and off but you need to be careful with the tabs. ...
Windshield Wiper Motor10/31/2008
  Q: <font-size=10+> <b> 1995 940 (not turbo)</b> </font> I am trying to figure out if I need to replace ...
  A: Its not stupid. The wiper arm mechanism is most likely the culprit. You need to remove the 2 wiper ...
245 fuel regulator operation10/31/2008
  Q: one and all. My '87 245 has poor gas milage at 14 mpg . I suspect the fuel pressure regulator isn't ...
  A: Paul, in a word, yes. If the regulator was bad, fuel would be spurting out of the vacuum nipple. ...
speedometer10/29/2008
  Q: I own a 1988 Volvo 240DL Sedan. several months ago, my speedometer started going nuts. it works, ...
  A: Sonia, Most likely its the speedometer head itself but it may be a loose connection Pressure to the ...
Transmission Drive instrument panel light blinking10/27/2008
  Q: How do you do? I own a 1993 Volvo 850 GT which has the yellow drive instrument light blinking at all ...
  A: Julio, This is a common problem on the 850. you need to replace the PNP switch on top of the ...
volvo 940 check engine codes10/27/2008
  Q: Could you please tell me which sensors i sholud replace.. i have this codes... A ...
  A: Ibrahim, all the 111 codes means no codes in the system. Number 6 224 is the ignition system and ...
taking out airbag to fix horn10/26/2008
  Q: I can hear a wire loose inside steering and need to fix horn.. The signal lights also, they come on ...
  A: Well you better be prepared to buy a new contact reel because thats what sounds like the problem. ...
Volvo V90 heater output temperature10/25/2008
  Q: We're finding that we can control heat only at the very highest part of the thermostatic scale, ...
  A: Peter, have someone watch the valve in the engine bay to see if its working when you turn the heat ...
1989 volvo waterpump10/23/2008
  Q: I have to replace waterpump on 1989 turbo volvo. Is it very difficult, do I need special tools, do I ...
  A: Patrick, They are fairly easy. Just a 10mm socket and wrench. No special tools and you just have ...
how do you remove the side mirrors from a 95 volvo 94010/20/2008
  Q: How do you remove the side mirrors from a 1995 volvo 940 ANSWER: Just the glass or the whole ...
  A: Danny, you need to remove the door panel to access the connector. Those panels are pretty easy to ...
1994 940 fuel door hinge10/18/2008
  Q: How to remove the old and install a new?
  A: Jeff, Its a Plastic hinge. You need to punch out the old pins and remove the hinge. The new hinge ...
fuel pump10/18/2008
  Q: My volvo is a 1990 740GL. Are there two fuel pumps? How can I tell if the pump or the filter is ...
  A: James, depends on which fuel system you have. If you have a bosch system, then there are 2 pumps. ...
1987 Volvo 240 DL10/17/2008
  Q: I recently bought a Performance Module for the car and the instructions are very vague. It says I ...
  A: Nick, Now we are getting somewhere. There are 2 one is for the temp gauge. Thats the single ...
1987 Volvo 240 DL10/16/2008
  Q: I recently bought a Performance Module for the car and the instructions are very vague. It says I ...
  A: Nick, All Im trying to do is help you and unfortunately you do not want to give me the information ...
adjusting valves10/15/2008
  Q: I have a 91 740 turbo Volvo (S/W). There is about two valves or more that are making noise, just ...
  A: Marco, thats because you manually replace the valve shims. Need to measure gap with feeler gauge ...
1987 Volvo 240 DL10/15/2008
  Q: I recently bought a Performance Module for the car and the instructions are very vague. It says I ...
  A: Nick, What are you trying to accomplish? More power out of a Stock B230F? Not going to happen. ...
Volvo S70 electrical problem10/14/2008
  Q: My wife has a 2000 S70 with 156,000 miles. Per my dealers recommandation, I changed the wiring from ...
  A: Nathan, well, there may be a bad coil but its hard to say without looking at the car. Relays are ...
Volvo rear brake change10/13/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 V70 Crosscountry AWD. I need to replace the rear brakes, pads and rotor. Can you give ...
  A: Mike, those are pretty cut and dry. REmove wheel, use screwdriver to pry pads back a little. 12mm ...
1990 volvo 240 DL Oil light comes on and stalls10/12/2008
  Q: Many repairs done to my car: replaced starter, alternator, fuel pump (a year ago) I have been ...
  A: HJ, SOunds like an oil pressure issue. I would change the sensor and run a new black wire from the ...
Volvo 850 coolant leak10/11/2008
  Q: I have a coolant leak in my Volvo and brought it to the mechanic who found out that it is the ...
  A: Andreas, DO NOT let him put that POWDER in the system. You are asking for trouble. That Radiator ...
1996 volvo 960 engine reassembly with dense white smoke10/7/2008
  Q: I'm working on a volvo 960 engine assembly with constant dense white smoke coming out of the ...
  A: Tony, It does take a while to blow out all that oily stuff from the exhaust. You should have sent ...
1990 240DL stalling Intermittantly10/3/2008
  Q: Vehicle has 214235 miles on it. Engine was making "dieseling" noise. That improved with 93 octane ...
  A: Barnett, no problem. As far as the lights, its common 240 issue to have that be a headache. Most ...
1995 960 Driver side mirror repair10/3/2008
  Q: How do I remove the mirror from the car -- I've unbolted it, but can't see where the electrical ...
  A: James, if I remember correctly, you just need to take the mirror off and then you can access the ...
1990 240DL stalling Intermittantly10/2/2008
  Q: Vehicle has 214235 miles on it. Engine was making "dieseling" noise. That improved with 93 octane ...
  A: Barnett, its located at the intake manifold where the air intake hose attaches. Its best to remove ...
1995 960 Driver side mirror repair10/2/2008
  Q: How do I remove the mirror from the car -- I've unbolted it, but can't see where the electrical ...
  A: James, you need to remove the panel to get to the connector. Remove the inner door pull moulding, ...
2004 V70R vibration10/1/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a 2004 Volvo v70R, which has a vibration that is difficult to pinpoint, but ...
  A: Jeff, on these AWD nightmares its usually the Viscious coupler that is the culprit but you would ...
No oil pressure10/1/2008
  Q: 0T automatic. It all started with a crack on the tank that holds the coolant next to the fan. This ...
  A: Watae, what happens on these is that the oil pump o-rings and pan need to be resealed causing the no ...
volvo 850 valve noise and oil leak8/28/2008
  Q: The 94 is my daughters car and recently it started to leak oil out the oil filler so i replaced the ...
  A: Frank, Usually what leaks is the dipstick tube o-ring on the block. 10 minute repair. Some have ...
computer replacement8/27/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 S60 - the dash went blank, I took to dealership and they said I need to replace the ...
  A: Marilyn, I would have to evaluate the car to answer this one. It is possible though. Roger What ...
cluster replace 02 s60 non turbo8/26/2008
  Q: i want to replace the cluster on my dash because of a broken glass and a spill that has it ...
  A: Tommy, I do not recommend trying either of these repairs. The cluster may or may not work. ...
1990 Volvo 240 Speedo/odometer8/24/2008
  Q: I pulled the instrument cluster today, because my odometer didn't work. After I replaced the ...
  A: Jake, in a word, Yes, you cooked it. That white red is the tach wire. You can thorow that haynes ...
2000 Volvo S-40 1.9 turbo8/21/2008
  Q: What is involved in changing a timing belt? I have done it before on my Toyota pickup. What will ...
  A: Ward, no way. If it breaks game over. Bent Valves. Spend the money and have a Volvo shop take care ...
loud humming from front drivers side area8/19/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a 2002 volvo s60 awd which has 116000 miles on it. I have a question regarding ...
  A: Joe, the humming sound sounds like the left front wheel bearing needs to be replaced. The other ...
850 Turbo SportsWagon 19948/18/2008
  Q: Mr. Patricio, I'm an individual that loves driving a fine automobile and tinkering on cars. This is ...
  A: Dean, 850 Turbo chargers very rarely fail. You may have a hole in one of the rubber hoses. I would ...
1998 volvo v70 a/c high limit swith8/16/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 v70 base model located in a new england climate(not florida) with 100k and like new. ...
  A: Scott, Morons. They were trying to sell you an Evaporator at a ridiculous price. 45-65 is too ...
volvo8/15/2008
  Q: i don't know what exactly this system does to the car and how can it affects it's malfunction. also ...
  A: Lorena, the DSTC is part of the Braking system. You will most likely need and ABS control unit. As ...
car keeps losing power, stalling8/14/2008
  Q: i have a 1993 850 GLT...133k miles...this poor car keeps losing power while i'm driving...i lose ...
  A: Patricia, The ol fuel filter miracle fix. I hate when guys think that will fix it. Its not an ...
volvo tire replacement8/14/2008
  Q: Roger, My college student daughter has a Volvo S70. Her dad put 2 new Fuzions on the front about a ...
  A: Gloria, My personal choice for our customers are the Cooper CS4's. They are not directional tires ...
volvo240dl 19868/13/2008
  Q: broke my car key..the other half was left inside the keyhole..locksmith cant remove the ...
  A: bert, the only way to do it is to break the lock mechanism or to take it out. As far as hot wiring, ...
heater core8/12/2008
  Q: I have that coolant smell coming through the a/c with a bit of vapor. The heater core most likely ...
  A: Mark, It is possible but I have seen Evaporators give off that smell as well. I would check the ...
volvo electrical8/12/2008
  Q: 2000 s80 t6. Battery discharges somehow and I charged and tested it.(was good). after replacing ...
  A: Frank, welcome to the nightmare world of the S80 T6. This all sounds like a problem with the alarm ...
1990 240 Air-conditioning problem...8/11/2008
  Q: I have no AC. The clutch doesn't engage. I jumped the wire to the compressor clutch directly to the ...
  A: Joe, possibly the a/c relay. When the key is turned on is when you should have power there. Did ...
1979 244 volvo8/10/2008
  Q: How do i replace heater core in this car. When i use defrost it is fogging so assuming i have a ...
  A: Erik, Not exactly a fun job. For me, the easiest way is to take the dash out. You can do it by ...
volvo fuel pump8/9/2008
  Q: just replaced fuel pump on 81 dl the book mentions a check valve, found it on the old pump but was ...
  A: Tom, There is your main problem. Those pumps are nothing but junk. They are universal pumps and do ...
2001 V40 still stalling8/8/2008
  Q: I asked you a question last week re my car,I have replaced the MAF and no faults are now showing up ...
  A: Kay, I think I said perhaps a cam sensor or an idle speed motor. It may also be fuel related. This ...
Variable timing - 2000 Volvo S808/8/2008
  Q: I have a 2000 Volvo S80 non-turbo. It came in with an oil leak which I fixed but I also changed the ...
  A: Chris, There is a special tool that you need to keep the cams from moving. Its definately a timing ...
1992 Volvo 2408/7/2008
  Q: I have a leaking compressor in air conditioning unit, what would be the cost to replace compressor ...
  A: Kathy, depends on what else is leaking. There are various components of an A/C system. If you are ...
1987 volvo 240 won't start8/7/2008
  Q: when it started happening, it would only happen when it was damp out, but I haven't been able to get ...
  A: There is no carburetor on this car unless you have canadian specs or someone changed it to ...
central electronic module8/7/2008
  Q: I was driving my 2004 S60 2004 2.5 turbo awd at around 65 miles per hour when the car had some ...
  A: Jeff, It is possible that the CEM is the issue and the Volvo computer system would tell them so. ...
1991 volvo 240 muffler system8/5/2008
  Q: the long middle muffler pipe broke off from the end tail pipe, which still appears proper. i think ...
  A: Lisa, most likely it will fail. In that case, it might be better to replace the whole thing. $450 ...
2001 S60 Air conditioner problem8/4/2008
  Q: Our 2001 S60 with 90k blows very cold air however intermittently it shuts off the compressor and ...
  A: Steve, Whats happening is the clutch on the compressor is heating up and there is a space inbetween ...
Blower Motor8/3/2008
  Q: 1990 S70. When I turn on the blower motor it comes on for a couple of seconds then stops. Orange ...
  A: Steve, obviously there is an issue here. This will need to be scanned. There is probably an in car ...
Blower Motor8/2/2008
  Q: 1990 S70. When I turn on the blower motor it comes on for a couple of seconds then stops. Orange ...
  A: Steve, Im assuming its a 98 or 99 S70. There was no 1990 S70. Of course the manual is going to say ...
S80 Headlight Lens8/2/2008
  Q: A rock cracked my driver's side lens and repair places claim you have to buy the entire assembly ...
  A: John, they arent too bad to do but taking the assembly out is a little tricky because the right way ...
Bad luck...8/2/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 Volvo S70 2.4L non-turbo. I bought the car last October without a warranty and low and ...
  A: Ryan, unless you got a good deal on that engine, it wasnt necessary to replace it. Valves and ...
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Timing Belt7/31/2008
  Q: Car has close to 130,000 miles. Do you recommend proactively replacing timing belt, tensioner and ...
  A: Nick, that belt should have been done at the 105k service. You are on Borrowed time if you dont ...
100,000 m maintenance on XC907/29/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 XC90 with 98,800 miles. I have been told that the timing belt must be replaced at 100 ...
  A: Ingrid, No thats not reasonable at all. It is true the Timing belt needs to be done but its at the ...
99 S70 Sedan7/26/2008
  Q: CD/Radio doesnt work with theft code after taking it out to clean. Anyway to fix it w/o taking it to ...
  A: Michael, call the dealers part department and they can give you the code with the radio serial ...
A/C cuts out with acceleration and fuel leak7/26/2008
  Q: I have a 1996 850R wagon that loses a/c when accelerating hard and does not return until you shut ...
  A: Michael, Sounds like that guy was just feeding you a line of bull. Check A/C pressures. Does it ...
timing belt7/25/2008
  Q: 1985 760 turbo I NEVER DID ONE ON A VOVLO, DO I NEED A TOOL FOR BELT TENSIONER AND WHERE ARE THE ...
  A: John, this is a 10 minute job. No tool needed for belt tensioner. Just a pry bar to push it back. ...
Volvo 240 Transmission leak7/25/2008
  Q: I have a 1991 Volvo 240 Sedan, with about 147000 miles on it. It has been sitting for about 6 ...
  A: Jen, there are 3 ways to do this. buy the lines from the dealer, have a trans shop make them, and ...
V70 Intermittent Electrical Shut-down7/24/2008
  Q: My 2004 V70 with 80K miles has an intermittent problem where the ignition goes dead when making a ...
  A: John, its possible to be a cam sensor but Im leaning more towards something grounding out when you ...
99 volvo v707/24/2008
  Q: looking to buy a 99 v70 auto w165k the car is in great shape and seems like deal. It appears to ...
  A: Dave, as long as its not the AWD then they arent too bad. Stupid stuff goes bad and door panels and ...
2002 v70 2.4t turns signal issue7/24/2008
  Q: I am having a problem with my turn signals working and stop working. About a year ago, my mechanic ...
  A: Maria, it does sound like the module or the electrical portion of the ignition switch. I dont ...
a/c problem on 940 volvo wagon7/24/2008
  Q: The A/C on my 94 volvo 940 just went out after we got back home in Florida from our trip to Ohio.It ...
  A: Joe, where are you in Florida? It may be a compressor issue but its hard to say without running a ...
1995 volvo 850 turbo wagon7/23/2008
  Q: intially i only noticed it come on for a second or two when the engine was cold and only on the ...
  A: Lori, that sensor takes a whole 2 minutes to replace. Pull up on the resevoir and your will see the ...
Engine System Service Urgent7/23/2008
  Q: We recently purchased a 2001 S60 with around 60K miles. After two weeks the message above appeared. ...
  A: Andrew, well, I dont have the car in front of me to check out. Since this thing is all computerized, ...
97 850 glt 2.4 turbo7/23/2008
  Q: were is the cabin filter located? my check engine light is on feels sluggish could the smell from ...
  A: Larry, wouldnt know what the check engine light is until a scan is performed. Its possible. 02's ...
2001 XC70 Keyless entry7/23/2008
  Q: Replaced rear view mirror with used one today. Now keyless entry doesn't work. Can unlock/lock ...
  A: John, New mirror will need to have software download or at least a scan to see whats going on. ...
1997 volvo 850 wagon7/22/2008
  Q: My volvo starts and runs, idles rough. When you shut it off, it will crank, but not start again ...
  A: Tom, I have seen fuel pump issues with these cars that sound like what you are experiencing. I have ...
1990 volvo 240DL7/21/2008
  Q: My name is Mark and I need help on 1990 Volvo 240DL runs at idle but bogs down on acceleration There ...
  A: Mark, sounds like an air mass meter. There is a diag port on the drivers firewall. Turn key on, ...
3rd row seat7/20/2008
  Q: I am looking at buying a used Volvo wagon and have noticed that some have the 3rd row seat and some ...
  A: Josh, if all the hardware is there on the donor car then no problem. 3rd seats are options and ...
Volvo V70R7/18/2008
  Q: I am thinking of buying a V70R, What is the best year(2006?), and what are the weaknesses of this ...
  A: Willam, stay away from the AWD models. The best year was 1995 but as far as the new versions, I ...
Cutting out and grey smoke7/18/2008
  Q: we have a Volvo 940 SE Turbo and it keeps cutting out, there is also a hell of a lot of smoke coming ...
  A: Ursula, Well, you can check all the turbo hoses. That would cause a stall, but what I would start ...
Cutting out and grey smoke7/17/2008
  Q: we have a Volvo 940 SE Turbo and it keeps cutting out, there is also a hell of a lot of smoke coming ...
  A: Ursula, If you both do not understand anything about cars, how am I supposed to help you? A head ...
radiator replacement 2000 V70XC7/16/2008
  Q: I need a "how to" manual. I want to do this myself. Have done basic maintenance for years.
  A: Todd, these basically suck. I dont like to do these. You will thank yourself later. Pay the labor ...
2000 S70 headlight motor removal7/16/2008
  Q: Does any one now how to take the passenger side headlight wiper motor out and removal of the wiper ...
  A: Tony, The arm is easy. Flip the cover and remove the nut and the arm comes off. The motor itself ...
1990 Volvo 740 Regina System Dies7/15/2008
  Q: I have the Regina Control System in my 740. This thing is an absolute enigma. First off, it idles ...
  A: Kenny, These fuel systems are temperamental. I have seen this. sounds like a fuel pump. Not sure ...
s80 volvo sunroof7/15/2008
  Q: My sunroof will not open. No sound/suspect it is the motor. What kind of charges am I looking at to ...
  A: Linda, Any mechanic cant fix this car. In fact, I dont like working on them but I know them too ...
311-Vehicle speed signal missing7/14/2008
  Q: Roger, Thanks you are the man, I found the speed sensor on trans wires melted together, replaced ...
  A: Pat, There is no relevance on that. are you sure its not a 113 code? If it is, then the ECU is the ...
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Exhaust Stinks7/12/2008
  Q: Roger, The car started running bad IE:loss of power, check engine, stink out the exhaust. I got a ...
  A: Scott, Most likely thats what it is. There are cat problems with those car but people never fix ...
850 GLT Volvo7/12/2008
  Q: So we bought the same speakers and connecting them but they don't work. There is a silver connector ...
  A: Angela, that silver connector would be for the CD changer. There may be an issue with the rear ...
High CO reading on emissions test7/12/2008
  Q: I have a 1989 240GL that continues to fail the emissions test due the CO readings 1.74 max allowed ...
  A: Phil, It doesnt make sense why its high. Thats what Im trying to tell you is that Emissions here in ...
IAC- SRS7/11/2008
  Q: Okay first off I'm looking for the IAC valve on my 91 volvo 740. BE very specific so when i look ...
  A: Michael, Its under the intake manifold. Its silver and has 2 hoses coming out of it. Im assuming ...
# 4 fuse no power 91 volvo 2407/11/2008
  Q: No power to # 4 fuel pump fuse, Checked relay and replaced, when I add power to the Hot side of # 4 ...
  A: Pat, Now we are getting somewhere. Replace the Speed sensor. Its on top of the bell housing. That ...
Timing belt replacement7/11/2008
  Q: I`m replacing the timing belt on a c70 coupe 1998 and I can`t eam to find the alignment mark for the ...
  A: Steph, Take the front cover off and look at the top cover. Look at the botton of the cover and there ...
2003 Volvo S40 Won't Idle7/10/2008
  Q: Several months ago my S40 wouldn't start unless I hit the gas and kept the RPMs up. After that I ...
  A: Scott, what I have seen on the S40's and S60's is a bad starter relay. When you mean doesnt start, ...
93 Volvo 240 Camshaft oil seal7/9/2008
  Q: I need to replace the camshaft oil seal, 93 Volvo 240. Could you give me any instructions and ...
  A: Steve, pretty straight forward stuff but if you are going to do 1, do them all. There are 2 volvo ...
# 4 fuse no power 91 volvo 2407/9/2008
  Q: No power to # 4 fuel pump fuse, Checked relay and replaced, when I add power to the Hot side of # 4 ...
  A: Pat, some had both, thats why I said that. Did you check other basics like timing, etc, just to ...
1986 Volvo 240DL instrument cluster7/9/2008
  Q: Roger, You mentioned in another answer that you both sell and repair these instrument clusters. My ...
  A: Rick, I do custom clusters as well as refurbish and sell clusters. Normal custom clusters are about ...
timing belt question7/8/2008
  Q: Sorry for not remembering to put the year/model: 95 volvo 850 glt 2.4 non turbo, and here is the ...
  A: Johnny, you dont need a cam tool to hold the gears. How did you line up the marks? Gas milage ...
1990 Volvo 760 GLE 6-cyl fuel inj.7/7/2008
  Q: I would very much like a complete description or explanation of how the fuel injection system works ...
  A: Norman, its pretty much a basic injection system with a computer that controls the amount of fuel ...
1989 Volvo 760 injection problem7/7/2008
  Q: I recently bought 1990 Volvo 760 with 2nd generation PRV V-6 engine + AW automatic transmission. The ...
  A: Dusan, try this simple trick. If you know what the idle speed motor is then start the car and hit ...
1994 Volvo 850 power loss at higher revs7/6/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 Volvo 850 non-turbo 5 cylinder sedan (Australian spec) with a power loss issue. The ...
  A: Michael, how can you not have a MAF? That makes no sense even with Autralian Specs. It may be a ...
1988 Volvo 760 Turbo7/6/2008
  Q: Just bought this great car for my 16 year old - one owner, 123,000 miles but the instumental panel ...
  A: Fayel, try turning the dimmer knob to the right first. It happens all the time. Or if this one has ...
Front motor mount collapsed7/5/2008
  Q: Rodger, I have a 2000 V70XC AWD SE and the front motor mount has collapsed. Is this something that I ...
  A: Michael, The one under the timing belt cover or the one under the starter motor? The one under the ...
ABS light on 1993 9407/5/2008
  Q: The ABS light on my 1993 940 just came on. My Haynes manual does not have any instructions on ...
  A: Henry, Haynes is good for one thing. Toilet paper. 2 things that can be an issue on those. The ...
2000 s80 chasing a front clunk / rattle7/5/2008
  Q: I know from following you, This is NOT your favorite car, but so far I have done ok! It has 129k, ...
  A: Dave, you are right, I dont like them but they make my paycheck so I put up with them. Im assuming ...
Volvo sunroof7/4/2008
  Q: The sunroof on my 1996 Volvo 850 wagon closes smoothly, but won't open. It makes a noisy, ratchety ...
  A: Tony, I dont recommend messing with it. Sounds like the cables are messed up or possibly a crunched ...
sway bars7/4/2008
  Q: my dealer says I need my rear sway bar gromets replaced. I am hearing a clunking sound when I go ...
  A: Joe, I can honestly say I havent had to do any yet. but they are fairly easy. Air tools would ...
Windows for 1999 S707/4/2008
  Q: Roger, Starting late last year, my rear passenger window only went down using drivers side ...
  A: Duane, Welcome to the world of 99 and up Volvos. Most likely its the Alarm siren for these ...
2002 Volvo S60 - Right Front Door Electrical Problem7/3/2008
  Q: Roger, All electrical (power window, door lock, mirror control, and outside temp indication) for ...
  A: DAle, Unfortunately I cannot provide any information about it. Its all on the computer at the shop. ...
1990 Volvo 240 DL7/2/2008
  Q: Ok. Here is my question. I have a 1990 Volvo 240 DL automatic. The air is not working and I needed ...
  A: Sandra, I dont recommend you trying to fix this on your own. There can be a leak in the system, the ...
motor mounts7/1/2008
  Q: I have a 1990 volvo 240 DL. my wife ran over a parking bump and the car had to be towed. when the ...
  A: Kevin, It may be the drive shaft cushion or the Trans mount. You wont know until you inspect it. ...
1989 volvo 760 turbo7/1/2008
  Q: I have a question over my 1989 volvo 760 turbo. My car turns on sometimes right away and sometimes ...
  A: Jose, check the fuel pressure regulator. If its leaking fuel from the vacuum port, then there is ...
Occasionally not able to start my 1991 Volvo 7407/1/2008
  Q: I have a 1991 740 GL sedan and have lately had occasional problems with starting. The first time it ...
  A: Murray, depends on what fuel system you have. If its the regina/rex system, then there may be an ...
1996 Volvo 850--AC not performing properly6/15/2008
  Q: Roger: My Volvo AC is not functioning properly. It has Freon in it (no apparent leaks), proper ...
  A: Bob, talk about getting Raped. It sounds like a crock to me. An Evaporator job is no more than ...
volvo S60 turbo 2001 fwd6/15/2008
  Q: lately, my Volvo has been acting out, it refuses to start even though the light comes on and it ...
  A: barba, Of course that mechanic isnt going to know anything about that. There is a issue with the ...
1989 240 volvo6/13/2008
  Q: I have a problem getting my 89 volvo 240 to start. I think the problem is with the fuel injectors ...
  A: Mark, there are many things that can be bad. you have 2 other things beside the computer that can ...
89 240 volvo6/13/2008
  Q: I have an 89 240 sedan (automatic) that likes to stall and leave you stranded. When attempting to ...
  A: Mike, I wish there was a test for the power stage. Injector pulse and spark thats about it. As far ...
volvo 240 intermittent popping6/12/2008
  Q: hi i have an 87 volvo 240 my car sometimes loses power or stalls out it started when my father told ...
  A: Mark, Platinum plugs are good but not for that car. Put some Bosch Super DC plus in there. I may ...
89 240 volvo6/12/2008
  Q: I have an 89 240 sedan (automatic) that likes to stall and leave you stranded. When attempting to ...
  A: Mike, can be a number of things. The first thing I would check is the fuel pump relay and fuse. It ...
M46 Overdrive6/12/2008
  Q: I have a 1984 240 turbo wagon with an M46 four speed with electronic overdrive. The overdrive, ...
  A: Adam, okay, now its a little clearer. You should be able to hear it with the car in 4th gear, with ...
dash lights6/11/2008
  Q: How do I replace dash display lights and radio lights on a 1998 S70
  A: Mark, radio lights might not be serviceable on that one. Push in the side tabs on the radio and ...
1987 volvo 240 randomly stalls6/10/2008
  Q: my 240 with 101,000 miles sometimes stalls. It may be in my neighborhood or on the interstate. It ...
  A: James, on the older 240's, the engine wiring harness is usually the culprit but just like any ...
can I do it?6/10/2008
  Q: 2004 xc90 Tuneup. I am a competent mechanic but considering going to the dealer being this is my ...
  A: Philip, The major services on these cars are spaced out. The 105k is the important one with the ...
S70 Air conditioning6/10/2008
  Q: My wife's 2000 S70 AC (145,000) is out. If you add a refrigerant, it will work for awhile, but will ...
  A: Nathan, The system hold 1.63 lbs of refirgerant and its very picky. at 2000 rpm your PSI should be ...
1999 v70 XC6/9/2008
  Q: I would like to buy this car from a friend. It is in very good condition from a trustworthy ...
  A: Anne, you will thank me later. STAY AWAY from anything All wheel drive. You are asking for lots of ...
99 s80 nonturbo t-belt timing marks on crank6/7/2008
  Q: Ican't find a mark on crank gear.any help will be appreciated. tanx,HP
  A: Hal, its there. Very hard to see. Its on the crank pulley. Line the line up with the line on the ...
Battery Problem - 2002 XC706/5/2008
  Q: Four days ago I was sitting in the car waiting on someone with the radio on and noticed the display ...
  A: Tim, if its a Volvo battery, even though it test fine, get a new one. They suck. There may be a ...
2005 S80 AWD6/4/2008
  Q: The vehicle did not come with homelink on the driver's visor and I would like to add it. Can I just ...
  A: Steven, anything on these cars require downloads. The homelink definately needs a program download. ...
Electrical Problems with my V706/4/2008
  Q: I own a 2000 v70 (non turbo). I am having to distinct electrical problems and I was just wondering ...
  A: Jorge problem 1 , turn the key back a little and see if the lights turn on. If they do, replace the ...
volvo 850 turbo battery drain6/4/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 Volvo 850 Turbo and a mysterious battery drain problem. When I disconnect the positive ...
  A: Rolando, I forgo one thing that happens also so you can try it. see if the glove box is slightly ...
2001 S80 non-turbo-Electrical6/3/2008
  Q: I had a problem with a message light stating "Alarm service required" and it gave an orange warning ...
  A: Kathleen, talk about some stupid advice. He created a major mess and now you have to go there to ...
1999 Volvo Suspension Repairs6/2/2008
  Q: Roger, I own a Volvo 1999 S80 with 79,700 miles that I bought three years ago. Dealer quotes $1,800 ...
  A: Gene, personally, I would trade it in as is. The 99 S80 is by far the worst car Volvo ever put out. ...
S60 smoking6/1/2008
  Q: 2001 S60 T5, 2.3L turbo. Tailpipe is smoking profusely, blue/grey color. I can drive the car for ...
  A: Clay, Got to give it some nicorette gum to make it stop Smoking. HaHA. Anyway, I have seen this ...
95 740 turn off service light5/31/2008
  Q: I have a 95, 740. How can I turn off the service engine light? I saw that some years push in the ...
  A: There is no such car. 95 850?? if its an 850 procedure is #7, push button 4 times, wait for light ...
1989 Volvo 760 GLE5/29/2008
  Q: Turn signals stopped working, emergency flashers work, fuse is ok, could it be the relay if so where ...
  A: Bill, should be the black one towards the right. If its stuck, tapping it sometimes gets it going ...
91 Volvo 940 Turbo Wagon AC issue and Central Lock issue5/28/2008
  Q: The AC blower in my car seems to be cut in half under acceleration, any ideas. Also the drivers ...
  A: Jason, These cars are prone to this stuff. Its the recirc vacuum servo that is usually the ...
1992 240 GL5/28/2008
  Q: I am having a problem starting my 240. I felt like I had narrowed it down to only rainy damp days, ...
  A: Gary, good start but it sounds like its more than that. Check to see if any fuel is coming out of ...
1984 Volvo 240 DL 138,000 miles5/27/2008
  Q: I have owned this Volvo since new. It used to start right away when I turn the key. Now I have to ...
  A: George, you didnt need my help on this one. Seems like you hit it right on the nose. I would have ...
S60 performance5/27/2008
  Q: I have a 2006 S60 T5 and sometimes i lose power. i will try to pass another vehicle and it feels as ...
  A: Jeremy, thats an interesting one. Car is under warranty so I think the dealer needs to call the ...
1990 740gl volvo will not start5/26/2008
  Q: I forgot to start at the being,sorry 1990 740gl volvo Will not start,good spark,gas to spark ...
  A: Will, check to see if fuel pump system relay is clicking. Its behind the ashtray assembly. White ...
1998 S-70 volvo5/26/2008
  Q: can i order a a/c compressor on line? if so how do i order the correct replacement? any ...
  A: Jerry, Most places are pretty good when you give them the year, model, etc. You can try the part ...
Grey Smoke5/25/2008
  Q: Just bought a 1995 850 Turbo...it was smoking blue/black smoke. When I got it home, it's smoking a ...
  A: Zach, It can be a number of things. Check oil level. It may be overfull. It also may be a ...
04.5 s 40 air funk5/24/2008
  Q: When we turn air on we get that moldy smell. Volvo claims a new "system cleaner" is in the works, ...
  A: Mike, remove the passenger foot panel and its right there. Pull the cover down. The filter will be ...
1998 XC70 scheduled service5/24/2008
  Q: I'm looking for a list of what is needed for the 190,000 scheduled maintenance. We are avoiding the ...
  A: Angie, Timing belts are a must Every 70K miles. We use a kit that has the tensioner, Idler pulley ...
manufacture date 08/99 V70 Wagon5/24/2008
  Q: How much should I expect to be charged for replacement of: 1. Timing belt 2. belt tensioner 3. ldler ...
  A: Liz, Yes. Go with the dealer. You will thank me later. I have seen too many botched jobs from Joe ...
Temperature5/24/2008
  Q: I have a volvo s40 2000, i don't know why the temperature goes up and down. After been driving for ...
  A: Weinert, Tell your friend to read more books on auto repair. This sounds like a ECT sensor issue. ...
Power window relay problem (?)5/23/2008
  Q: I have had my 2002 S60 for a year now and the drivers side window switch started clicking ...
  A: Martyn, Its possible that its a relay but I have seen the master window switch be the culprit. With ...
V70-2000 reart wiper motor5/23/2008
  Q: On my V70-2000, the rear wiper was going slowly during the last two winters (below Temp. about ...
  A: Denis, thats what happens when you use things. They wear out. It sounds like the motor is toast but ...
V70 XC Rear Wheel "Noise"5/8/2008
  Q: I am looking at purchasing a 98 V70 XC, when test drove the rear wheels made a constant "grinding" ...
  A: Rich, save yourself a headache and just walk away from that deal. If you are going to get a V70, ...
1990 Volvo 740GL AC replacement5/8/2008
  Q: I have a 740 Volvo and My AC is now working and I took it to the mechanic and he quoted me a price ...
  A: Jon, Its like this. You can find junk online for less and later on replace the part again or pay a ...
2004 Volvo S805/7/2008
  Q: I would appreciate your opinion regarding the following; First "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" code, with ...
  A: Helena, better get the Tylenol out. S80's are nothing but headaches. I suggest having the car ...
1993 Volvo 940 front bumper5/7/2008
  Q: Someone hit my 1993 Volvo 940 in a parking lot. It caused the bumper mount to extend from the frame ...
  A: David, Unfortunately its almost impossible to push that back in. Its under high pressure. There is ...
93 940 Regina F/I surgy idle sticks high and cuts-out5/5/2008
  Q: Roger, I'm the 93 940 owner with the Regina F/I. I have a surgy very low idle, smooth but surgy. ...
  A: Glenn, It may be the coolant temp sensor but to me its that sticky air control valve. There is ...
2004 S80 Brakes5/5/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 S80 2.9 that needs brakes all around. I'm at about 47K miles and had the car in the ...
  A: Rick, If you are selling the car, just put pads on the thing. Its pretty cut and dry. Two 7mm ...
1989 740 sedan5/3/2008
  Q: I'm too attached to my volvo to ever get rid of her. There haven't been major issues. I'm willing ...
  A: Chelsea, there is nothing wrong with that engine. Those are hard to kill. Keep the oil changed and ...
transmission failure 2001 s80 T65/3/2008
  Q: have you heard of losing 3rd gear and the transmision becoming a mess with a total meltdown? This ...
  A: Karen, ALl the time. These cars are nothing but headaches. Do not put that kind of money into that ...
850 T5 stalled!5/2/2008
  Q: I was traveling at about 20mph and the car stalled as if it was running out of gas. Plenty of fuel. ...
  A: Jim, Ah the ol clogged fuel filter theory. I have NEVER seen a Volvo fuel filter get clogged. It ...
94 850 gt5/2/2008
  Q: I haven't had a Volvo since my 240 and its 400,000 miles I put on it. I am looking at a 94 850 GT ...
  A: Greg, nothing beats a 240 as far as reliability. You should have kept the 240, that one was still ...
850 steering wheel replacement5/2/2008
  Q: I have a 97 T5 that has the leather peeling from the sides of the steering wheel. I bought a T5R ...
  A: Wallie, All Haynes is good for is Toilet paper for birds. Anyway, You need a torx 27 to remove the ...
Volvo replacement airbags covered under warranty?5/1/2008
  Q: I have a 99 s70 volvo with 119,000 miles. My SRS light came on and the delarship tells me it will ...
  A: Melissa, That is way too expensive and they are trying to rip you off. I would get a second opinion ...
idle speed4/29/2008
  Q: I just recently replaced the exterior fuel pump on a 1983 fuel injected turbo wagon. the car now ...
  A: Alex, throw Chiltons in the garbage or use it as toilet paper. There are a few issues that can be ...
93 940 idle wavers 550-650 up and down, car dies4/29/2008
  Q: Idle wavers between 550-650 rpm. With no load, idle will stick at 1500 if revved up. In drive, idle ...
  A: Glenn, no wonder none of this made any sense. You have a Regina rex fuel system. Whats most likely ...
Changing transmition fluid4/28/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 Volvo S70 with 65000 miles. The transmittion fluid is brown. Spoke to 4 Volvo ...
  A: Saul, if the car fluid was being changed every 20,000 miles like it used to be, then there is no ...
93 940 idle wavers 550-650 up and down, car dies4/28/2008
  Q: Idle wavers between 550-650 rpm. With no load, idle will stick at 1500 if revved up. In drive, idle ...
  A: Glenn, I dont want you throwing parts in it either. If the car died when you unplugged the meter, ...
Ignition Switch4/28/2008
  Q: I have a problem starting my '91 940se with the key, when I use the remote start, it starts and when ...
  A: William, There is a 3mm screw that holds the lever in. Remove that and the lever comes out. There ...
Ignition Switch4/27/2008
  Q: I have a problem starting my '91 940se with the key, when I use the remote start, it starts and when ...
  A: William, Okay, just like I thought. That isnt a cover, its a whole connector assembly. just wiggle ...
98 S-70 Volvo4/27/2008
  Q: A/C work great on a trip then stops cooling-still blows but not cold, turn off system for a few min. ...
  A: Jerry, if you were to attempt this, the compressor has to come down at an angle that you can acess ...
Ignition Switch4/27/2008
  Q: I have a problem starting my '91 940se with the key, when I use the remote start, it starts and when ...
  A: William, what cover? Its all one piece. You just gently remove it from the back of the electrical ...
Rattle from underneath the car4/26/2008
  Q: I have a 1999 V70 GLT. There is a random rattling sound like a cable under tension and banging ...
  A: Darcy, Im with the dealer, If I dont hear it, I cant help you either. This is one of those things ...
98 S-70 Volvo4/26/2008
  Q: A/C work great on a trip then stops cooling-still blows but not cold, turn off system for a few min. ...
  A: Jerry, What happens on these is the space between the clutch plate and coil gets spread out and ...
740 overdrive4/25/2008
  Q: I've read in one of your answers that it was possible to bypass the solenoid relay. I'd like to know ...
  A: I am not able to do that on this site. Why do you want to bypass the relay? THere is only one wire ...
'89 Volvo 740 GLE Leaking Coolant and Overheating...HELP!4/25/2008
  Q: My 1989 Volvo has run like a dream for the past year that i've owned it, no problems ...
  A: Haidee, It all depends on where its coming from. It can be the waterpump, it can be the radiator, ...
Volvo Electric Problem4/25/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 S70 T5 Model that has an intermitent electrical problem. Problem, Car starts and runs ...
  A: Kelvin, Sears? They cant even fix Lawn Mowers. Anyway, Obviously there is a draw somewhere. There ...
1990 volvo 240 dl4/23/2008
  Q: ..I'm came across this sight tonight while trying to troubleshoot on the Internet. My daughter ...
  A: Patti, everyone has this myth that changing the fuel filter is a cure all. I have NEVER seen a ...
Turbos4/21/2008
  Q: How often does turbos go out out the 99 S80? I was told they hardly ever go out. and if they were ...
  A: Michael, Get your car out of Joe's Garage. You would know when I turbo goes bad. It would be like ...
Check Engine LIght - Starts HARD when cold4/21/2008
  Q: I have a '93 940 wagon - non turbo. My check engine light is on and has been for awhile. I have ...
  A: Warren, a 1-1-1 is all clear. No codes on that side. a 1-4-3 is an emmissions code. Would have to ...
2001 S60 2.4T4/20/2008
  Q: My car vibrates in the front end when it bottoms out in dips in the road (not pot holes). As well, ...
  A: Jim, sounds like something fishy to me. The thing that sounds like the problem is the upper strut ...
a/c blowing hot air 1998 volvo v70 200000km4/20/2008
  Q: First warm day of the year and all there is coming out of the vents is hot air. Tried several times ...
  A: Kevin, mechanic should have replaced the rotors as well. As far as A/C, how is the freon level? ...
Check Engine LIght - Starts HARD when cold4/20/2008
  Q: I have a '93 940 wagon - non turbo. My check engine light is on and has been for awhile. I have ...
  A: Warren, reading codes are easy. Put connector into #2 and hold button for 10 seconds. Key must be ...
[94' 940] fuel delivery? perhaps, alternator...4/18/2008
  Q: i just purchased my used volvo today. it's a 94' 940 with 137,000 miles. i have a pretty rough ...
  A: Kevin, You still didnt tell me the Type of Fuel system the car has. Stalling can be anything. Most ...
Convertible top4/18/2008
  Q: I have run into a problem with my 2000 C70 convertible top. The top will go up and down but the ...
  A: Yvette, I run into problems with these cars all the time. There is most likely a problem with one ...
volvo 940 turbo 1994 120k4/17/2008
  Q: Morning, I have 2 potential problems with my Volvo 940 turbo 1994 with 121 k and full Volvo ...
  A: George, When the car is started normally and you drive the car, does it have any problem braking? ...
2005 Volvo XC90 Seat Belt Tension4/16/2008
  Q: The middle booster seat belt in our XC90 often locks or tensions so that the more you struggle the ...
  A: Blair, Well, the vehicle is still under warranty if it has less than 50,00 miles so if the dealer ...
97, Volvo V70 2.4/ 20 valve not turbo S/W4/15/2008
  Q: Car in exc condition, 158 000km. Hit stone on dirt @ 80kmh (50mph).Drove another 8km when oil pres ...
  A: Ters, I have seen when you have this kind of hit, the piston rods somehow get rattled and spin the ...
91 240 volvo4/14/2008
  Q: Roger, you gave me some info on how to read the codes on the onboard computer. My son read the ...
  A: Liz, dont be nervous about driving the car. If its running fine, there is no need to worry. Most ...
1994 volvo 940 rough idle/stereo inquiry.4/13/2008
  Q: i just purchased my used volvo today. it's a 94' 940 with 137,000 miles. i have a pretty rough ...
  A: Kevin, First I need to know which fuel system the car has. Does it have a Bosch airmass meter on ...
1996 Volvo 9604/13/2008
  Q: I recently acquired a used 96' 960(86,000 Miles). It's was running fine until the check engine light ...
  A: Karlin, I would say yes to the coil and the spark plugs. The fuel filter is probably just an ...
2000 Volvo S704/13/2008
  Q: I am unable to remove the key from the ignition even though the car is in Park and even after ...
  A: Donald, Thats the only suggestion I have. The button must be popped up fully. Maybe use a ...
Cooling System on a 94 Volvo 940 4 Door Sedan4/11/2008
  Q: Where are the locations of the thermostat housing and the temperature sensor that controls the ...
  A: Bill, Follow the top radiator hose to the cylinder head and you cant miss it. There is a sensor ...
2000 Volvo S704/11/2008
  Q: I am unable to remove the key from the ignition even though the car is in Park and even after ...
  A: Donald, clean the shift overide button with some cleaner and then spray silicone spray around the ...
diagnostic code 1-3-3 on "2", 1-1-1 on "6"4/11/2008
  Q: 1989 Volvo 240DL gas no turbo. Cold start, stalls.If you rev it until warm seems to run fine. Is ...
  A: Chris, I dont have the code book here but it does sound like a Throtle switch. You may also have a ...
Volvo 740 GLE wagon 3rd gear downshift stuck4/10/2008
  Q: What a neat service. I just came back from overseas doing emergency response work. a terrific ...
  A: Lucia, there really is no way to check it unless you know electronic circuit boards. You can check ...
Replacing Brake Pads4/10/2008
  Q: What are the tools needed to perform a brake pad replacement, both fromt and rear, on a 1989 Volvo ...
  A: Greg, because there are pins holding the clip and the pads in. Use the pliers to spread the pads ...
volvo 242 cassette radio..4/10/2008
  Q: Ok so here is the deal, I wanted the original cassette radio for my 77 Volvo 242. It originally came ...
  A: Thomas, You are the first person that ever asked me this one, and to be quite honest, I have no ...
'89 240DL 4dr air conditioning4/9/2008
  Q: Before I ask my question I want to thank you for the help you've given me in the past with various ...
  A: Will, sounds like its over charged. That system holds a little under 2 lbs. Operating pressure at ...
2000 Volvo S80 T6: DSTC stays on, Engine Mount, engine squeal4/8/2008
  Q: I just bought a 2000 T6. The DSTC light stays on all the time. The top engine mount has rubber ...
  A: Scott, the 60 is basically an 850 with updated electronics. More reliable than the 80. You ...
2000 Volvo S80 T6: DSTC stays on, Engine Mount, engine squeal4/7/2008
  Q: I just bought a 2000 T6. The DSTC light stays on all the time. The top engine mount has rubber ...
  A: Scott, That was a big mistake. You are now part of the 99-00 S80 Headache group. Better buy lots ...
Volvo 2001 V70 Driver Window Switch Panel4/7/2008
  Q: Driver door window intermittently does not open or close when pressing switch. First noticed after ...
  A: Jay, it may be in the wiring harness itself but I havent seen any of these switch packs go bad on ...
air condition4/6/2008
  Q: I purchased a used 2000 V70XC AWDSE Volvo (90000 miles) and shortly thereafter I discovered some ...
  A: Wes, Mechanic that wanted to replace the entire system? He must be looking for a huge ticket. What ...
1984 244 GL4/6/2008
  Q: I am thinking about buying the volvo listed on ebay Sunday April 6 before the listing expires. It ...
  A: Ken, nothing bad on those. They are my favorite cars and will run forever if you take care of them. ...
Door open chime will not stop....4/6/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 Volvo 940. My battery went dead and I had to replace it along with the adding new ...
  A: Mike, Remove the ashtray assembly. Remove the cover for the lighter. Remove the 2 screws and take ...
1995 960 Station Wagon cargo cover loose4/5/2008
  Q: How to get the roller mechanism tighter..the cover sags and I can't find the 'sweet spot' to keep it ...
  A: Dick, there is a kit that you can buy for the tail gate cover. Its a little metal clip kit that ...
1998 / 99 Volvo S80 T64/5/2008
  Q: I am trying to find a part number for a coolant hose that connects from the passenger side of the ...
  A: Will, tried looking it up on my parts supplier and they dont have it. That hose will be the same as ...
temerature sensor trouble 98 v70 awd turbo4/4/2008
  Q: car has 153k miles.temperature guage just started to show running hot.ran heater,air hot,probably ...
  A: Mike, yes, you could be having a misreading on the gauge. The temp sensor is on the thermostat ...
85 Volvo 240 DL Transmission4/3/2008
  Q: my 85 Volvo 240 DL only goes in reverse and I know what the problem is, I was just wondering what ...
  A: Amberlynn, Well, To be honest, I wouldnt let any of those Transmission joints rebuild your ...
1991 volvo 2404/3/2008
  Q: the chk engine light has come on & the engine sometimes tries to rev up while i'm at a red light & ...
  A: Liz, he has to read the codes. Have him go to the diagnostic port and read on number 2 first. Key ...
Want to Buy a Used Volvo4/2/2008
  Q: I grew up driving (and riding in) many Volvos over the years, and I love them! I'm really ...
  A: Heather, The only shop that I have listed other than the dealer is Hirsch Foreign but I could swear ...
1995 - 940 turbo sedan - White Smoke coming from tail pipe4/2/2008
  Q: I am having white smoke coming from my tail pipe. Usually, it only happens when I am in reverse, ...
  A: Cindy, It needs to go on nicorette to control the smoking. HAHA. Anyway, It can be a few things so ...
S60 Volvo idle vibration4/1/2008
  Q: Roger, my daughter recently bought an S60 program car with about 26k on it Six months and 6k later ...
  A: Pete, first of all the idle is too low. should normally be at 800-900. Does it change at all when ...
96 850 Hesitation3/31/2008
  Q: I just want to thank you ahead of time, Roger. I have a 96 850 sedan and it has been continually ...
  A: Michael, I've never seen a volvo Fuel filter go bad, especially on an 850. The 850 is prone to ...
Volvo s40 Damaged By Pep Boys3/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2001 s40 with 75,000 miles. I brought the car to Pep Boys for some maintenance and they ...
  A: Roy, dont know why you would take your car to pep boys to begin with but anyway, it possible that ...
1991 Volvo 240 DL won't start3/29/2008
  Q: I have a Volvo 1991 DL. For over a year it has been getting low gas mileage. The first diagnoses ...
  A: Mike, these werent very good on gas even when they were new. The fuel pressure regulator may have ...
83 245DL died and will not start3/28/2008
  Q: I have a 1983 245DL B23F(non turbo,LH-jetronics ignition w/auto Trans. 2 days ago I was driving on ...
  A: Aldo, from what you are telling me, the only other thing you forgot was the main ECU or possibly the ...
2002 xc70 trans shudder3/28/2008
  Q: my xc70 had a trans fluid flush at dealer at 88k and then began to shudder at about 40mph, ...
  A: Peter, do you really want me to tell you the bad news or do you want the dealer to tell you? ...
94 Volvo 850 wagon runs rough3/27/2008
  Q: first of all I want to say thank you for helping us Volvo people. You helped me a while back and now ...
  A: Delores, I would start by replacing the Spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor, and the wires. If ...
850 non-turbo 95 GLE3/27/2008
  Q: Friend told me about an issue with the white blocks, when they are started and then turned off ...
  A: Al, never heard of that one. Sounds like a blown head gasket to me. how is this guy testing the ...
Hard starting3/26/2008
  Q: I have an 89 760 B280F v6.The car starts right up when cold,but when you shut it off and try to ...
  A: Ken, it may be a few things. I would start by checking the fuel pressure regulator. Also the ...
Volvo 850 Turbo Oil Leak3/25/2008
  Q: I Have A 1996 Volvo Turbo 850 Which Is Leaking Oil. I Had The Pan Seal Done At A Service Center, Not ...
  A: Carlton, put it this way, its about $1000.00 to do the job. It has to be the utmost worst job to do ...
Volvo V70 2002 Diesel Dash problems3/25/2008
  Q: Bought my 2002/52 D5 volvo V70 in 2004 at 85000 miles. Problems with the driver info module (DIM) ...
  A: John, we dont have the Diesels here in the states but since its a wiring issue I may be able to ...
91' Volvo S40-Not starting3/24/2008
  Q: My volvo has been having more and more problems starting as of late. When I turn the key I have ...
  A: Julia, okay then. Completely different set up on the S40. I had a problem with one of these and it ...
s70, 5 cyl/turbo3/23/2008
  Q: this veh cranks but wont start i had a code for camshaft sensor, replace both cam and crank, ...
  A: John, Check the cables at the positive battery post that goes into the fuse box. We have seen a lot ...
"electronic systems required" message3/22/2008
  Q: My 2001 Volvo S80 2.9 recently showed 'low battery voltage' on the message center. The following day ...
  A: Heather, that s80 most likely needs a voltage regulator update. It may also be the actual ...
Engine surge and excessive vibration3/21/2008
  Q: I have a 2001 Volvo S-60 and it seems like there is excessive vibration (can feel it in the gas ...
  A: Frankie, the engine surge is most likely the throtle body. That part is under a factory recall, so I ...
Fuel Pump??? recent iac issue...3/19/2008
  Q: First off, thank you very very much roger for giving up your time to people like me on the Internet, ...
  A: Mark, you wont hear the injectors but you will hear the pump. The relay you can check by just ...
Volvo 240 Dash Light Troubles3/19/2008
  Q: I have some strange things going on with my dash lights. The car is a 1988 Volvo 240DL that I love ...
  A: Chris, It definately has to do with either a loose connector or a circuit board issue. I would take ...
starting problems3/18/2008
  Q: problem 2weeks old, always starts cold,starter replaced 1year ago,has alwawy started,but must now ...
  A: Frank, I'd be a Millionaire if I could do that. HA. Anyway, it sounds almost like a ignition ...
My S70 Anti-theft alarm is off !3/18/2008
  Q: My S70 1999 GLT decided to disfranchise its anti-theft system... Central locking works fine, i can ...
  A: Susan, in a word, nothing. This needs to go to the Volvo dealer for remote programming and system ...
Steering wheel vibration:3/17/2008
  Q: I seem to be stumped and can really use your advice. I have a 1996 Volvo 960 Wagon. Upon braking I ...
  A: Dej, rotors wear out very quickly depending on your driving habits. There may be a sticky caliper ...
2002 S40, 1.9 turbo3/17/2008
  Q: This fully loaded used car is selling for $9,000. The interior and exterior are in great condition, ...
  A: Michele, those are decent cars. You would need to do about 3 oil changes to get rid of the sludge. ...
when to say goodbye to my 93 8503/16/2008
  Q: First of all, I have to say how generous you are to take time to help all these online strangers ...
  A: Andrew, first dont ever take a car to Firestone unless you enjoy getting screwed. They are the ...
2002 S80 T6 oil leak3/16/2008
  Q: On my car I notice that oil is seeping out from the oil fill cap. I also see that when the car is ...
  A: Mark, your friend is correct. It is labor intensive. Be glad you dont have a 99. all the ...
Volvo 850 SEDAN 4 DR 2.4L L5 PFI DOHC 20V3/15/2008
  Q: I cannot start this car because of the alarm system. I am not trying fix this myself but I would ...
  A: Beth, the fuse is in the engine bay by the drivers wiper. I dont think that is going to help. I ...
Volvo 850 SEDAN 4 DR 2.4L L5 PFI DOHC 20V3/15/2008
  Q: I cannot start this car because of the alarm system. I am not trying fix this myself but I would ...
  A: Beth, its not as simple as that unfortunately. Try this first. Use the key in the drivers lock and ...
94 850 turbo sean, leaking oil3/14/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 850 turbo sedan.When I bought it the turbo was replaced with a used turbo from a car ...
  A: Myra, there is no valve cover gasket per se. Its a chemical gasket and they dont usually leak. ...
98 V70 evaporator3/12/2008
  Q: I need to have a new evaporator installed for my a/c in my 1998 V70. How much of this cost estimate ...
  A: Susan, put it this way, I just did one today. Labor is 10 hrs. Our price to do the whole job parts ...
More Volvo Problems 1990 740GL3/11/2008
  Q: I couldn't reply to the last response because it said I replied to too many replies and I was ...
  A: Karen, some do and some dont depending on the fuel system that the car has. If your has it, it will ...
1999 v70 3rd seat installation3/11/2008
  Q: Can you help me w/ the 3rd seat installation? I bought it on ebay from Erie Vovo and they told me up ...
  A: Andrea, sorry but the only suggestion I have is to see if the Volvo dealer can print you out some ...
1985 240 SEDAN STALLS....3/10/2008
  Q: MY 1985 VOLVO 240 SEDAN STALLS ......AND IT SEEMS LIKE IT DOES IT AT THE SAME TIME EVERY ...
  A: Dena, I never got a response from you so how am I supposed to answer a question that I never got a ...
82 b21ft cold start issues3/10/2008
  Q: great deal on car with only 92k original. previous owner experienced starting troubles and had in ...
  A: Jon, yes i have. Its the fuel pressure regulator or as some call it, the warm up regulator. I ...
740 turbo 1990 steering issue3/10/2008
  Q: Today while accelerating up a hill, my 1990 740 turbo intercooler wagon (137,000 miles) lurched a ...
  A: Morgan, No damage, just sounds like the car died suddenly. The timing belt may have broken but its ...
99 V70 Base Wagon advice / concerns OBDII and aftermarket parts3/9/2008
  Q: get a coffee, this one is long and pointless. my 99 v70 base wagon is getting a p0130 bank1 sensor1 ...
  A: Per, those V70 should be using the denso sensors. Those universal sensors pretty much suck. As a ...
Volvo S803/7/2008
  Q: A while ago I read on your website an answer you gave to someone about the turn-signal wand not ...
  A: Sarah, No, I really dont car for the S80 much but I do agree there are some that are better than ...
1999 volvo s70 keyless entry3/7/2008
  Q: I just purchased a used keyless entry remote for my 1999 volvo s70. Can I program the remote myself ...
  A: Jennie, in a word, No. I hope there was a code with that remote you bought. Without it, its ...
SRS test point not in block B and not behind the ash tray, 940...3/6/2008
  Q: As you know the 91 940 SE is the four cylinder 9 series with a 960 VIN code and has more in common ...
  A: Good question. Usually its fuse 25 for srs testing. You must have a unique car or European Specs ...
engine sounds like air is leaking3/6/2008
  Q: I have a 2005 Volvo S40 AWD T5. The problem just started on Sunday the 2nd when I went to San ...
  A: Ostap, good question. If this car has under 50,000 miles then its still under warranty. There may ...
1999 S80 T6 Transmission3/6/2008
  Q: A year ago I bought a used Volvo with 69000 mi on it being told it would last for ten more years ...
  A: Kim, welcome to the world of the S80. $5000 is a bit much for that transmission. Its about $3000 ...
1980 volvo 244DL 4dr3/5/2008
  Q: I'm helping a friend try to get this car running,and cutting to where I am currently at in a long ...
  A: Aerich, There is a CD available on EBay that has the wiring diagram for this car. I have it, its ...
transmisson leaking near the rearshaft3/4/2008
  Q: I own a 1983 240 dl-the transmisson fluid is leaking out at the rear-i was thinking it could be a ...
  A: Bob, yes, that is called the tailshaft bushing and then the seal. There is a tool that removes the ...
need some old fanshioned advice on buying a 1999 volvo3/4/2008
  Q: My husband is about to purchase what he thinks is a great find. It is a 1999 Volvo XC70 or V70 Cross ...
  A: Jessica, Take my advice and tell your husband to stay away from that thing. You are asking for ...
1990 740GL troubles3/3/2008
  Q: I hope you can steer me in the right area. The other day I was driving my car and all was fine ...
  A: Karen, thats what I wanted to be when I was in the Air Force but they stuck me in the sheet metal ...
weird idle3/3/2008
  Q: I have a 99v70xc with a B5254t engine. When at a stop light or stop sign, the engine appears to have ...
  A: Josh, I wish people wouldnt use generic scanners because I have no idea what the heck you are ...
1995 Volvo 850 Turbo cooling fan and temp que