You Just Bought an XC90. Now What?
You Just Bought an XC90. Now What?This is one of the most broad Stage 0s I've seen of the XC90 model. MVS Forum user XVTer spent a good deal of time and money baselining his new 2004 XC90 T6. Really...
View ArticleDIY: 1998 V70 ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) Sensor Replacement
DIY: 1998 V70 ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) Sensor ReplacementSo, when it is cold, the ECU injects extra fuel to start the engine. The problem is, when the ECT fails, it usually fails in “HOT” position...
View Article1998 V70 AWD Front Oxygen Sensor Swap w Photos
1998 V70 AWD Front Oxygen Sensor Swap w PhotosMVS Forums contributor deepsouth shows us how a front O2 sensor swap is done on an AWD Volvo P80, including photos. This is a “from the top” DIY, meaning...
View ArticleVIDA/DiCE Purchasing
VIDA/DiCE PurchasingLongtime MVS Forums member Neil needs VIDA and DiCE guidance: I have played with Volvos for 40 years, and I am tired of taking the car to the dealer for stuff I could diagnose...
View ArticleWhat’s Up With Volvo’s Security Screws On MAF?
What’s Up With Volvo’s Security Screws On MAF?MVS Volvo Forums ninja instarx asks a great question: why the practice of securing the MAF sensor with security screws? “Bought a new MAF and what a...
View ArticleDo our cars get used to one brand of fuel?
Do our cars get used to one brand of fuel?MVS Forums Member huzzsaba: Recently on a road trip, I filled up like I usually do at Canadian tire and got decent gas mileage that I usually get which is...
View Article2001 V70XC – Brake Pedal Sensor Replacement
2001 V70XC – Brake Pedal Sensor ReplacementWhat would be the casualty of a failed brake pedal sensor? It is showing up in ECM trouble codes. It is a daily driver in rough winter. Should I replace it...
View ArticleVolvo XC90 – Anti-Skid Fix
Volvo XC90 – Anti-Skid FixMVS Volvo Forums member (now Contributor) ALF1 drops the knowhow for a fix that'll save you about $300, or much more if you're going to purchase a new yaw sensor. Folks - The...
View ArticleTroubleshoot Heat Soak ECM, BCM, CEM, & TCM
Troubleshoot Heat Soak ECM, BCM, CEM, & TCMDetailed thread from hankb on troubleshooting ECM DIM CAN bus as function of heat and humidity: This is my second post on this forum regarding the same...
View ArticleCamshaft Position Sensor Testing Procedure
Camshaft Position Sensor Testing Procedure MVS Volvo Forums member emtbjb has a 1998 V70-XC that will not start. Many times, a no-start condition is a fault with the camshaft position sensor. In fact,...
View ArticleXeMODeX is a MVS Sponsor!
XeMODeX is a MVS Sponsor! We’re proud to announce XeMODeX is partnering with this site to bring all of us information and Volvo troubleshooting solutions. XeMODeX cut its teeth developing and marketing...
View ArticleHow to Test Oxygen Sensors
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View ArticleThrottle Body vs. New MAP Sensor
Throttle Body vs. New MAP Sensor This thread documents that the P0106 code is often resolved by throttle body cleaning, not MAP sensor replacement. Saves users about 250 USD. Specific to the NA 2003...
View ArticleID The Mass Air flow Sensor (photo)
ID The Mass Air flow Sensor (photo) I think I'm going to end up replacing this, but I just want to make sure that THIS is the Mass Air Flow Sensor... Matthews Volvo Site - Volvo Advice, Forum & DIYs
View ArticleVolvo Codes 455 and 543
Volvo Codes 455 and 543 Check your plug wires...and plugs. If they are old, change them out. #5 is furthest on your left looking at the car from the front with the hood raised. Matthews Volvo Site -...
View ArticleGet the Volvo Keyless Entry Number
Get the Volvo Keyless Entry Number Hello, this holiday weekend I pulled the glove box out of the dash to get a look at the keyless remote "black" box. The only box that I saw was located on the right...
View ArticleS80 T6 2001 Volvo Service Light Reset How To
S80 T6 2001 Volvo Service Light Reset How To How to reset that annoying Service light without having to go to a dealer. Matthews Volvo Site - Volvo Advice, Forum & DIYs
View ArticleXC90 2.5T – Replacing Front O2 Sensor Step-by-Step
XC90 2.5T – Replacing Front O2 Sensor Step-by-Step Need to replace your 5-cylinder XC90’s front O2 sensor? Use this nice XC90 O2 sensor DIY with clip connector info and photos. MVS Volvo Forum member...
View ArticleThe Birth, Life & Death of an XC90 T6
The Birth, Life & Death of an XC90 T6 Ok, that title was a little dramatic, but that’s the idea. MVS member XVTer bought a 2004 XC90 T6 a few years ago for his wife. In between the buying date and...
View ArticleStage 0 and So Much More… Fix List for a V70
Stage 0 and So Much More… Fix List for a V70 MVS Contributor Sledddriver goes on an multi-month blistering repair & fix odyssey, taking his 1998 V70 T5 from the edge of roadworthiness to 100%...
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