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how far from Freehold are you? Personally, I stopped going to the dealer altogether when my warranty was up. I found a private shop that specializes in volvos by the name of Pro Vovo (yes, without the L) in Freehold that does great work for MUCH less than the dealer.
It was easy when I used to live in Freehold. Now I live a half hour away, but still take my car there. They are very popular, so, if you want a Saturday appt, call no later than the Monday prior.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I'd certainly buy it.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I doubt there is anything that will prevent ice formation.
I've seen people use tarps and cardboard but the results always seem to be that the tarp or cardboard would freeze on the window.
Rain-X asserts that this product will de-ice your windshield at temperatures down to -25F. It will remove 'frost, light snow & ice'. It will repel rain, sleet, snow and ice. Of course it will also perform the rudimentary function of cleaning your windshield.
Directions
Open hood, locate windshield washer reservoir and fill with Rain-X De-Icer Windshield Washer Fluid. Close hood. Clean windshield as needed.
If it actually prevents ice from forming on the windshield, then great.
I only have one past experience with rain-x and it wasn't really a good one. It was many many years ago when it was still fairly new, but i found it left a residue that, under certain conditions, would actually affect visibility. I never heard that complaint from anybody else, so maybe its just me.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
In fairness, I've also see a posts from folks who are happy with it, but you are definitely not the only one to experience what you report.
I used that crud last winter - the orange color stained the paint on the hood. I had to clay it out.
You can't expect to hit a pothole or curb and not do damage to an aluminium wheel.
Since you admit one was your fault, the other must have been as well.
Compalining to a motor co because you damaged the wheels isn't fair.
I am hearing a lot of problems with the accelleration after being in traffic. Is this really common for the 2002's or are those isolated insodents?
Also what is the deal with the stereo? I am a huge music fan and if the 12 speaker system is not great is there problems doing aftermarket upgrades to it?
I am on a time crunch I have to deside in the next 24 hrs if I am getting the care.
The warranty: find out how long (timeframe) you have on the warranty. Mine was a CPO, so the warranty runs until Sept. 2008 (or 100,000, but I won't expire on miles) and then I got a another year's warranty. The repairs on this car are expensive, just like the Audi, so be aware--I'd be loathe to run this car w/o some type of warranty.
Radio: I'm not in love the radio. I do have better sound now that I adjusted with the "hidden equalizer" but I would have preferred the 8xx series HU than the 6xx one that is stock with the car. It's not bad enough for me to do any aftermarket upgrades though (except to add the IPod adapter to it).
I love the car though--it has a lot of power, seats are great and I think the handling is very sure footed.
The price is not outrageous for a low mile CPO car.
Doing stereo upgrades is not easy at all. The Prem sound system is a pretty good one.
Thank you for the great advice
only in America.......
"Folks - I'd really appreciate any help out from anyone.
Thanks in advance I do appreciate it."
Or try picking up the phone and calling the service dept.
I can't help you - I don't own a Volvo.
I have an '04 AWD with the standard (HU-6xx) radio.
Disappointed in the radio, but the car is awesome in the snow...
Thanks for any explanation you can provide.
Try these settings:
Front Low 1: 2
Front Low 2: 3
Front Mid: 4
Front High: 6
Rear Low: 6
Rear Mid: 5
Rear High: 6
Dave
Your dealer would have to program that into the car.
Have your service department check it out,
TIA,
Jason
PS: just got the iPod hook-up. Sweet- the EQ on the iPod carries through to the stereo. Having the iPod controls run through the stereo makes it almost worth the steep install price. (275 if you have satellite radio prep.)
Sorry
p.s. I need to get back to them quickly on this issue and a quick response would be appreciated. Thanks.
Anything dealer applied is useless.
Paint chips can't be buffed out, they can only be filled in.
In some cases you simply have to repaint the hood and front end.
Comments? :confuse:
If your shop doesn't want to subscribe, thats fine.
But, alot of what goes on in a modern Volvo requires the manufacturers software. So, if they can't or won't get the necessary software from Volvo go somewhere else.
I have just replaced the timing belt @106K, and according to my mechanic it was OK, so it was the true preventive maintenance. The original water pump is still there.
I think, that modern maintenance schedule is rather conservative, and normally, no part require more frequent attention, unless it is truly faulty, and breaks prematurely
There are plenty of old Volvo's, Saab's and bimmers on the road to keep them busy.
Some don't want to work on newer cars because of the software issue.
Alot of older tech's are not comfortable w/ the newer technology.
Some independents bring cars to the dealer to get the software. Of course, they charge their customers.
There will still be older cars to work on.
Plus, they will still be able to do oil changes and other minor services.
I don't think I would want someone who wasn't factory trained working on my $30-40,000 highly technical car, but thats just me.
Most of the time, you are just replacing worn parts.
Just from a peace of mind standpoint I would prefer that major services are done by the dealer.