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Does anyone know what the white curly arrow means under the "FM" icon on the radio display? I've been driving my 2017 S60 for eight years, and I swear I never saw it before this week.

I need to replace the headlight assemblies, left and right, in my 2007 Volvo XC70. They are bi-xenon headlights with the active bending lights feature (ABL).

Looking for some tire recommendations that I can look into for a 2015.5 XC70 T6 platinum in the USA.
Looking for good balance between performance and wear and price. (Aren't we all LOL).
My wife is a cautious driver who would panic if the tire blew out and not know how to handle the car. So definitely need sidewall protection so tire doesn't throw her off the road if it blows out. (think 99lb Asian woman who got her license in her late 30s). No tires that would follow grooves in the...

Tire recommendations 2015.5 XC70 T6 platinum in the USA

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Has anyone performed a coolant drain/fill on the SPA S60 Recharge? Access to the radiator drain plug is not the best, however the real issue is I just can’t fit my hands far enough down to connect tubing onto the drain line.

I read through this thread here: https://www.swedespeed.com/threads/spa-engine-coolant-drain-fill.669779/ but I think the XC90 may have a better access to the drain line.

Wasn’t sure if anyone had advice on how I need to access this? Thanks all!

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SPA S60 Recharge Coolant Drain/Fill- How to access radiator drain plug/drain line?

I love my LED replacement bulbs in my 2013 S60. But, one just blew out. That said, it did throw a dash code because it did not draw enough resistance. Does anyone have a brand that they recommend?

If I knew 9 months ago that I would be $20,000 deep into what I thought was going to be a boxy, cheap, reliable daily I probably wouldn’t have bought it, but I love it anyways. Here is the story of my 98’ S70 named Gramps.



The car has quite a bit of an interesting history. Prior to me it was a one owner car bought new as one of the first S70s that was sold in the states (this is what I was told by the guy I bought it from who had called Volvo Corporate...

A thread on my 98' S70 named Gramps

Howdy! Like many others, I've had steering angle sensor issues resulting in anti-skid and chassis error messages.

First thing to note: you cannot purchase a new steering angle sensor, the only parts available from volvo are steering angle sensors mated to clocksprings. A clockspring is merely a ribbon cable in a circular housing, the steering angle sensor is a delicate sensor. You CAN swap out steering angle sensors onto an existing clockspring, but the challenge is always sourcing the...

Definitive steering angle sensor breakdown/repair aka SAS

Hi all,

I have a 2016 3.0 T6 engine with 47k on the clock and was checking spark plugs, which all of them are bone dry except in cylinder 6, which has a little oil on threads. It is not soaked. So, I suspect, I will be in need of a valve cover reseal. Unfortunately, I do not have any tools nor place to perform the task, so I am asking here, if anyone has any recommendation on skilled mechanic or shop on the US East Coast, Maryland? Could be different state, I do not mind to travel and have...

2016 3.0 T6 engine spark plug oil on threads

Just got done pulling the head off of my V70r after experiencing a loss of coolant, a cat system below threshold, & cylinder 4 misfire. Cylinders 3,4, & 5 appear to be burning coolant judging by the exhaust ports & the clean spots on the pistons. When I was taking the head bolts lose, it seemed as thought the bolts...

Does this look like a crack?

Hi

While at the mechanic getting an oil change I asked him about the parking assist error message.

He told me the number one sensor needed to be replaced and quoted me three hours of labor.

Well I picked the sensor up at Volvo and swapped it in and out in about 10 minutes.

I thought that if I drove the Volvo it would notice the new sensor and reset the error message but it’s still there.

Either another sensor needs to be replaced or I need to manually reset the system.

Is it possible...

Parking Sensor Change and Reset How

This sound is driving me crazy and I can't for the life of me pin down what could be making it.

The sound seems to be coming from behind the left side of the driver when facing forward.

Nothing particular seems to trigger it, sometimes I'll drive and not hear the sound at all and sometimes it's really pronounced.

As you can hear in the video, it sometimes even continues after I come to a stop.

I've seen a lot of upper strut mount and bushing talk in relation to squeaks/creaks when...

Help Identify This Annoying Creak/Squeak - Video Attached

I figure we could get a 3.2L thread going. I'll kick it off, but hope others can add to it. I've only had my 2011 for a year now, but I've read as much as I could in VIDA and elsewhere. A great debt of thanks goes to Swedespeed forum members who have helped me out over the past year.

If you've ever worked on the twin-turbo T6 engine in the XC90, and wanted something more practical that was easier to work on, the B6324S is the engine for you. It, combined with the 3.0L...

The 3.2L (B6324S) Engine: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. A resource for all Volvo models.

I got a 2020 V60 R design earlier this year and I have never seen another. Not even on vacation and traveling other states. That go me thinking, how many are there? According to Microsoft Copilot it suggests there are 870 V60s from the year 2020 but it couldn't answer how many of those 870 were R design. I'm just curious more than anything.

Hi all,

Looking for any hints on why my front parking sensors have given up. The rear ones continue to work, 360 camera works, no warning lights. There is no functionality from the front sensors. Not sure when they stopped working, probably in the last several months.

Tested the voltage on both batteries and they seem fine. Aux battery was replaced once a few years ago.

Any thoughts on this?

Today I installed a new cabin air filter and the AC resistor jumper for the evaporator.
Both of these were extremely difficult for me to access. Getting the new cabin air filter in was a pain. I can’t believe Volvo designed it this way.

I removed the front passenger Tux Mat and saw this plastic cover. I removed it and saw this.
What is it?

Similar threads exist in the other forums. I posted a change to the pre-2011+ group under that thread and it was suggested that I post under the "proper" forum.

While I imagine purchasers of older models will be more likely to modify their cars than those of us who buy brand-new, I've already made some changes to mine.

1. Dealer installed trailer hitch
2. LED License Plate Lights. First set would overheat, second set, sold as "License Plate Lights" still working fine (better...

What did you do with your s60/V60 (2011+) today?

This is my $300.00 1999 V70R in 601 red I purchased from property where it was last on the road in 2012. Prior to that it was a well maintained vehicle, then it was given up on and sold to a guy for scrap where it sat in a field until last month when I decided I wanted to save it and bring it back. It is going to need a lot of love, hopefully I will bring it back to what it was prior to being parked and maybe a little better.

Car is sitting with 103,000 miles. It appears the fp went out...

1999 V70R Field rescue and resurrection

I visited my local Volvo dealer this morning and they were uncertain about whether the Loyalty discount applies for OSD and what the discount is for a 2026 V60CC. Does anyone know if the Loyalty discount applies and what the discount is?

Also, do the A-Plan and Costco discounts apply and what the discounts are?

Also, what is the earliest I can go to Sweden to pick up a V60CC assuming an order placed in first week of August?

Thanks

I've never carried a spare anyway. Used this area for storage of tire repair kit and compressor. Decided it would be better served to hide audio.

Also added sound deadening to doors/trunk lid, dash/rear camera, replaced head unit and wiring.
Still trying to figure out how to work it. Never had a screen in the dash before haha

Hey yall wanted to ask a quick question regarding a 1996 volvo 850 t5. I recently did a m56 swap in it and left the maf dirt and the tps unplugged, yes yes I know very awful and I should sell my car, besides the point, pulled plugs on the car to check for a head gasket and noticed the plugs were white, seemingly its running lean. It has an upsolute tune on it along with rip, t16 and 2.5 turbo back exhaust. I cleaned the sensors and plugged them in, should this fix the issue? Really dont need...

Running lean

A few months back I replaced quite a few of the incandescent bulbs in my 2017 P* V60, including the turn signal bulbs in the headlamps and taillamps. Despite buying canbus compatible bulbs I did have the fast blinker issue. I added resistors to both taillamps and the turn signal speed returned to normal. All was good, but about 2 weeks ago the right side started doing the speed blink again. I also noticed the rear was no longer lighting up. I got a new LED bulb, still not lighting, and...

2017 V60 Right Turn Signal no longer working (except for mirror)

2013 S60. I want to do a drain/ fill or flush on the transmission. I have done P2's, but not P3's. The process seems to be quite different. Any suggested tutorials? Do I just use Volvo fluid, or is there a recommended upgrade/ less expensive option? In my P2, I used Toyota fluid and/ or Mobil as alternative.

The front and rear left side turn signals are not working. Not flashing under emergency or turn signals. The brake light works on both. However the front and rear turn signals don't work and I've swapped bulbs on both just to test and the bulbs are fine.

I assume it's a fuse or relay but the manual was really unhelpful in telling me which fuse or relay it could be because my printed manual doesn't tell me which of the fuse boxes it is, and the only one that was particularly close was under...

14 S60 T6 R-Design - Front and Rear turn signals not working - it's not the bulbs - what do I look at? Fuse? Relay?

It looks like a lot of parts websites don't differentiate between 2.4 and 2.5 engines, and even the ones that do, don't differentiate between FWD and AWD.

I have heard that it matters which one I get. Does anyone know where to get (hopefully besides Volvo dealer) a fuel pump for a 2005 Volvo S40 Turbo AWD 6-speed?

V90 or V90CC wanted. 33k is budget. Tax + shipping are on top of the 33k, not inclusive.

Now that I’ve had my V70 for a year, it’s about time I start a long overdue build thread. But, first a little background. My previous vehicle was a 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium wagon that I purchased in 2013 with 113K miles on it. It was a one owner car from southern MD. 3.0L DOHC V-6, 4-speed auto with console shift. I bought the car to get the wear and tear off my 2008 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 crew cab/long bed. Plus, the 12-14 MPG in daily driving was getting old. I figured if I got 5 years...

Exocet's 2007 V70 2.5T Build Thread

My Darling absolutely loves her '20 XC40 Momentum; but she's willing to pass it along to me IF we can find the right '25 for her. Sadly, we have to wade through all the changes in trim levels and options we don't want to try to find her the worthy replacement for "Snowball".
Just a few of the challenges...I can't believe Volvo even makes a $40K vehicle without Homelink. Their packaging of appointments is just screwy. Climate pkg includes REAR seat heaters, thanks a lot. Stuck with a...

"Trying" to buy another XC40...

I have a 2004 xc70 and so far I've replaced the seal going to the turbo and vvt solenoids and gaskets. But now I'm leaking from the underneath, up front by the passenger tire. I'm pretty sure it's the oil trap so I've ordered the kit to do that. My question is, what level of difficulty am I looking at?

I hate to do work underneath the car and haven't found any good videos explaining what I'm doing. But I'm a strong independent woman who just needs to know what kind of time commitment I'm...

Back again with more leaking oil

I’m looking to buy a V90 with less than 70k miles. Flexible with trim and color. Located in the New York area but willing to travel a bit or ship for the right car!

99 T5A 175K

Found on FB drove to Atlanta and back to TN.

-Clean Carfax
-Two owner spent all its life in inland FL.
-1st owner maintained it meticulously at Volvo dealer till they traded it in with 154K
-2nd owner no maintenance history just registration till 175K
-Exterior is amazing with only 4 tiny dinks
-Front bumper has chips but it's license plate hole free and wiperless
-Interior front and back seat need deep clean
-Cargo is immaculate despite the picture
-Perfo's have minimal rash...

UT OLI's second V70

FOR SALE: 2007 VOLVO S80 V8 AWD

Hey SwedeSpeeders! I've been a long time member, and occasional poster, over at Turbobricks. I also think I had the rare post on here back many many years ago. It was suggested to me by a Tbricks member to post my V8 S80 here, so I figured I'd give this community a shot, because I would like to see the car go to an enthusiast, who will really appreciate the car and give it the attention it needs to hopefully keep going for many years to come.

The V8...

2007 S80 V8 AWD - Silver w/ Dark Grey Interior - Located in Davis, CA

2018 V9lvo xc60 Inscription
My gas gauge is jumping all over the place, somebody please point me in the right direction.

I did the PCV glove test last week and have good suction at idle and at 2000 rpm when in park. However under load, with the car in drive and rpms at 2000, the glove balloons. I have ordered the PCV kit and will install it later this month.

I still need to drive the car and it has been running great. I filled up yesterday and when I was ready to leave the gas station, the car would start then immediately stall. I noticed that it struggled to get any power as I pressed the gas to get idle...

Difficult starting after fuel fill