Are there any differential problems with a Volvo S80?
We service a tremendous amount of Volvo XC70s, and have seen the problem largely on those models, but have read reports of it being an issue on the S80 as well. Now the earlier Volvos had their own set of differential or bevel gear problems, which you can read about on our blog at Volvo AOC problems.
What causes rear differential noise in a Volvo?
Volvo Differential Parts. Volvo constructed its first vehicle in 1927 and since has thrived from a small city industry to an auto market global leader, and more specifically with their Differential parts and components. Rear differential noise in your Volvo is frequently caused by friction.
What does durable mean on a Volvo differential?
By durable, we mean minimally giving the service life of the replaced part, ideally longer. On teardown inspection of this rear differential, we confirmed that the bearing and race for the pinion gear had failed, and the pinion gear was nearly seized, very tight and difficult to turn by hand.
How much does it cost to replace a Volvo differential?
Well the part itself is $4,200 from Volvo, not factoring in the considerable labor remove the defective unit, and install the new.
Is there an automatic locking differential on a Volvo?
A famous FCP writer once said, “If you got stuck driving a Willy’s Jeep, you simply don’t know how to drive”. Volvo, knowing the capability of Jeeps, essentially employed the same Dana automatic locking axle in their own solid rear axle for most late 80’s to mid-90’s RWD cars.
Why does my Volvo LR2 make a noise?
Initially this noise sounded like a defective wheel bearing but on further exam we determined the noise was in fact coming from the rear differential, the gear system that transmits force from the transmission to the rear wheels. We’ve seen this before, both on the later model Volvo and the Land Rover LR2 vehicles, and it’s not a good sign.