If you know Volvo parts, then you know that a broken side marker lens is not all that uncommon esopecially on something like the Volvo S60. In fact, I challenge you to find at least one Volvo on the road that has either a missing or a broken lamp after reading this blog. So Why Do Volvo Side...

All Volvo P2 chassis vehicles like the Volvo S60 are notorious for having front and rear anti Volvo sway bar end link failures. These components are located at both the front of the vehicle and at the rear and can make a ton of noise when they wear out. The construction of the units are...

Like any rubber hose on a Volvo S60, turbocharger boost hoses can become worn and deformed over time from both age and in some cases, oil residue. Replacing your boost hoses is great preventative maintenance because if one of these hoses were to fail, your car will lose a significant amount of...

Have you ever pulled up to the the drive through window to get your first cup of coffee of the day, hit the switch to roll down the window and boom!? Your Volvo S60 window glass tilts, slides down crooked, and eventually drops down into the door sideways. So frustrating! What Happened? The P2...

From 2001-2004 the Volvo S60 and Volvo V70 interior has been known for one infamous imperfection, it's cup holder. The Volvo S60 cup holder lid was designed in the early days of the S60 & V70 to flip open instead of slide backward like the later designed unit. What this led to...

The engine mounts on your vehicle are commonly overlooked and neglected. Crucial to the operation of the entire drivetrain, your engine mounts act as the link between the engine and the chassis which absorb engine vibrations, all while keeping your engine secure. A properly functioning engine...

The air filter in your Volvo must be changed regularly to maintain top efficiency and power. Over time, your filter becomes clogged with dirt and debris which can rob your engine of power. During your tuneup service, it's essential to change out your engine air filter. Check your engine’s air...

"Time for Regular Service” We’ve all seen it, and it comes on every 7,500 miles or so. It’s the service light in our P2 Chassis Volvo which is located at the information display on the lower left of the instrument cluster.  It only stays on for about 120 seconds once the engine is started, but...

If you own a P2 chassis Volvo, then chances are that you’re no stranger to the poor design of the fuel door hinge. The fuel door hinges on these cars are made of a cheap plastic which most commonly breaks off at the point where the spring applies pressure to the hinge.This primarily causes...

Part of the fear in owning a modern Volvo is its perceived dependence on the dealership. Some electronic modules require programming after installation in order for them to work properly, like the ETM, UEM, and CEM. However, a relatively new company has come on the scene offering an array of plug...