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No warranty will cover hoses anyway, not even the factory one.
The DVD player is not working in my XC90..
Any Idea what might be the case. It says DVD is unreadable..
I have tried several DVD's.
Is it something the dealer would look at.. and how much do they typically charge.
Can an audio tech fix these things..
I live in the Toronto area.
Thanks
The dealer ordered a replacement, but when that one was installed it would not work and held the disc the mechanic inserted. The dealer ordered another player and it worked. I suppose it still works, we hardly ever use it. The function screen on the 2nd replacement indicates it can accept multiple discs, but I haven't tried to insert more than one.
Lube a ton of stuff on the car (What is lubed and is it super important?)
Oil Change (Express Tire Quoted me 11.99)
Brake Fluid Exchange (Express Tire quoted me 59.99)
Engine Air Filter Cartridge Replacement (Is this something I can do myself? I swapped out my filter for a K&N so I wonder if I can change the cartridge)
I also asked about tire rotation (Express Tire quoted me 75.00 for Oil Change, Tire Rotation and Balance in place of the 11.99 above)
Now express Tire probably isnt volvo but for a little over 130 bucks (Minus the lubing and Air Cartridge replacement), is it worth it to take it to volvo?
Thanks in advance for feedback.
You may decide to do more than what's recommended by Volvo, but remember that most service writers work on commission and they'll try to upsell you on stuff that may not be needed.
The 37.5k service for my zip should cost $59.
So not sure thats very accurate.
The labor rate is totally wrong. Their labor rate is way too low, thats what I should get charged for doing it myself.
Will you please share your experience and whether or not there is unusually high maintenance associated with this vehicle?
THANK YOU!
Not a Honda or a Toyota.
So, Volvo maintenance isn't more than the Germans, in some cases it is less.
It is more than the Japanese or domestic brands.
Your link seems to indicate that the brake fluid and air filter are inspect and replace if needed items.
Labor rates come from the usual flat rate books that most garages use to estimate jobs.
Chellgrl, the True Cost to Own tool will let you compare maintenance costs against other vehicles.
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wanted to add, I've read online about: open a bag of kitty littler on the floor boards, coffee grounds, run AC on full blast, blow dry....
If you have a shop vac, use it to vac the floor carpeting, the seats, and door panels--anything that won't be damaged by strong suction. Don't vac the speakers! If you don't have a shop vac, go to a self-serve car wash which has them.
If the headliner got wet, then experiment with using a vac with reduced suction. Be careful not to damage the headliner. After you have gotten as much water out as you can with the vac, then use fans to circulate the air in the car.
Alternatively start the engine and turn on the a/c (not on recirc) and turn the heat and fan to the highest settings. Use all the vents--windshield vents, dash vents, floor vents. Shut the doors and allow to run for a half hour. This will flood the inside of the car with dry, warm air.
New to owning a Volvo
I need some Rims for my 2005 XC90. I need 18" Rims for the winter. at the moment I have the alloy rims and I was told to remove them and use the STEEL ones during the winter..
I am also looking for a place to buy parts from. I need to replace my outer Tire Rod.
I live in Ontario canada..
Thanks
As for your tie rod, I have always had good experiences with alloemautoparts.com. However, you will need an alignment after replacing a tie rod, so it almost isn't worth doing it yourself.
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Possibly the opinion you got was from someone thinks steel wheels would last longer on salted roads. I doubt Volvo sells steel wheels for the XC90. If you get any aftermarket wheels, be sure they have the correct offset for the XC90. Steel would surely be cheaper.
1. Break booster
2. frt bearing
3. drive shafts
4. windshield washer motor
5. alarm sensor
When it is time to replace your pads, you can inquire about types that produce less dust.
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I'd love to hear how others handle this problem.
Notice I said "feel." Because stopping power is not the issue. As long as you can invoke the ABS, the brake pads all stop just as effectively as one another.
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Actually, the right pads CAN make a difference in stopping distance. ABS or no. ABS isn't meant to shorten stopping distance, it is meant to give you steering control in a panic stop.
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Different pads handle heat differently. Hot pads don't function as well. This can lead to reduced brake performance and longer stopping distances.
by the way, if anyone is interested in a pretty good article on this sort of thing:
http://www.modified.com/roadtests/0710_sccp_project_acura_rsx_type_s_brake_test/- - - index.html
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As noted, ABS won't make a difference, since ABS doesn't kick in until you lock up the brakes, which was hard to do in my situation with the ceramic pads.
But back to the original question - anyone have any other ideas for keeping wheels clean?? ;^)
There really is no way to keep the wheels clean otherwise. I mean, you brake, it produces dust, it sticks to the wheels. Only solution is less dust. That means don't brake/brake less or less dusty pads. I suppose maybe you could get some sort of insert to install behind the wheel to seal it off from the dust.(??) Seems impractical and probably quite unattractive.
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Another one is seems like coming from transmission. After raising the speed to 40 - 60 miles and leave the gas pedal. I am hearing some high rpm sound. But i looked the dash board RPM showing less than 2K.
Thanks in advance
My volvo dealer uses a synthetic blend by default and will use full synthetic if requested.
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Is this an issue relating to the software and afterblow?
Thanks!
If your dealer hasnt solved it, find a new one.
It's nice that Volvo has offered is to warranty the labor and parts but I am out for 6-8 weeks with the inconvenience and expense of a rental car.
I would like to continue to drive this car.
It's a really nice machine when it is working.
I don't feel safe or that it would make sense financially to keep paying the repair costs. The dealership has been empathetic at the horrible experience I have had. One guy there told me to get rid of it. The problem is I paid $49,000 and have over $10,000 in repairs. Easier said than done.
Shouldn't a Volvo last more than 85,000 miles, be relaible and give the owner a feeling of safe and sound?
The Service manager said he would ask about a "trade assist" but it would have to be reasonable for me to consider affording another one.
My wife has the XC70 which has been great but before I take my loyalty to another car brand that can give me peace of mind and share my bad Volvo experience with every one I know,
I thought I would throw this situation out there to see if any one has any advice for me?
Do I stay or do I go?
Plus, if you do it this month you can get the 5 yr warranty and free 5 yr maintenance.
Plus, if you do it this month you can get the 5 yr warranty and free 5 yr maintenance."
Yes, this sounds enticing assuming I was to buy a new vehicle. The trade value for the XC-90 is shockingly low making the decision to replace the vehicle, including a trade assist versus keeping it at about $30,000.
Although I understand Volvo does want to make predicitons, it's disappointing not to get any asurance (or at least exteneded waranties) from Volvo about whether I could keep my car with a reasonable level of ongoing maintenance.
Makes it seem like Volvos are at best, a 5 year vehicle, then sell it before you run into unusally high repair costs.
If your concern is out-of-warranty repairs, then at least Volvo is as high as 5 years. Not so with many of its competitors.
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