What kind of noise does a Volvo XC70 make?
This 2010 Volvo XC70 came to us with about 96K miles, and a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The noise was noticeable at low and moderate speeds while driving, and sounded like a loud whine or hum depending on vehicle speed.
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.
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 to do if your Volvo differential fails?
On the Land Rover, the differential failure and lack of individual repair parts for both brands is similar, and fortunately so is the solution. Unfortunately, the Volvo differential or Land Rover “power transfer unit” is equipped with “ fill for life ” fluid.
What’s the whining noise in my Volvo S60?
I’ve been driving the Volvo S60 2.0T LPT (light-pressure turbo) for 2.5 years now. Recently for the past few days, I notice that whenever I start driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, a strange high-pitched whining sound (sometimes sounds like a siren) appears. This is different from the usual rumbling low-pitched engine sound.
Why does my car make a high pitched whining noise?
This high-pitched sound gets louder and more high-pitched when I depress the accelerator pedal more; it becomes softer and less high-pitched, then disappears when I release the pedal. If the car is stationary and the gear is put to “P” and not “D”, the high-pitched sound does not appear when I depress the accelerator pedal.
What was the problem with the Volvo rear differential?
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. The inside of the differential was a mass of shinny metal flakes from the failed bearing, and the fluid smelled severely burned.
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.
When to add differential fluid to a Volvo?
Fortunately Atlantic Motorcar is very well equipped in this regard, and we strongly advise adding a differential fluid service on Volvos and Land Rovers, at the 90,000 mile service interval, if not sooner. About that magic fluid.
What kind of noise does a Land Rover make?
The noise was noticeable at low and moderate speeds while driving, and sounded like a loud whine or hum depending on vehicle speed.
Where is the Cem on a Volvo XC90?
In 1999 – 2004 XC90, XC70, V70, S60, S80 CEM is under the driver’s side dashboard. Remove the kick panel or fabric cover under the dash. You will need to remove plastic retainers to pull down the cover. Now the CEM module is exposed.
What was the inside of the Volvo differential like?
The inside of the differential was a mass of shinny metal flakes from the failed bearing, and the fluid smelled severely burned. Fortunately the rest of the differential and Haldex drive system were intact and undamaged, so a proper and through cleaning, inspection and precision rebuild were in order.