Now that the US has finally gotten as cold as it should be in the winter, I'm sure I'm not alone amongst Volvo owners that noticed their cars complaining a bit more than usual. In my case, the ABS...
In the world of European vehicles, genuine almost always wins. Replacing failed components with aftermarket is often an endeavor in cost cutting, but if you know how to shop, it can be a great way to save money while meeting or exceeding the genuine specifications the manufacturer originally...
Aging Volvos often have one more trick left up their sleeve before they die, if they die. A beat-up Volvo S70 T5 might have a disgusting, ripped interior, but still throws you back in your seat on the highway. Or, you could find yourself in a '98 Volvo V70 XC with the propshaft removed, no AWD...
We all know owning a well-cared for Volvo S70 in 2014 means you'll probably get a few envious stares every day from other drivers. The fact that 99% of these cars absolutely refuse to rust only reinforces that. Men and women alike all enjoy what these cars had to offer back in the 90's, whether...
A number of weeks ago, I wrote a post on how to fix vacuum leaks. Due to popular demand, I have done a more comprehensive write-up about diagnosing and fixing vacuum leaks. For basic troubleshooting, refer to my previous post. As you will notice, although there are many parts of this post which...
What's worse than a saggy rear end? You might think it just looks ridiculous, but there are other detrimental side effects of this common Volvo nuisance. As these FWD cars begin to age past the 10 and 20 year mark, an increasing number of weak points start to crop up. For one, the rear springs...
A no-start condition makes everyone's day just a little bit worse. Whether you're trying to get to work, go for a Sunday drive, or just want to get a bite to eat, a dead Volvo is a useless Volvo. Luckily, a Volvo can fail in the most predictable ways. In no particular order, here's some of the...
Having a leak can make owning a vehicle more stressful than it has to be. Instead of just driving the car, you're forced to open the hood multiple times a week just to make sure the car hasn't belched all of its fluids out when you weren't looking. "Get in and go" no longer applies, and it can be...
My 2003 Volvo S60 Non-Turbo was exhibiting a stalling condition. I would start the car (which ran and idled fine in park) however once I started to drive the vehicle - that's when the fun began. I would be driving the car and when coming to a either a stop or a low speed turn the engine would...
I wish dealerships extended the courtesy of turning off proprietary service and fault code reminders on older vehicles. Most dealers will still charge good money to turn off the unavoidable service reminder in a '97 850. Isn't that a bit greedy? With a little bit of software prowess you can read...
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