When did my Volvo XC70 transmission start slipping?
I have a 2001xc70 that I bought in 2004. In Nov 2006 the transmission started slipping. The transmission service light and check engine lights came on. I brought it in to have it serviced (under extended warranty).
What’s the problem with my V70 XC se?
I have a 2000 v70 XC SE. I just had the throttle control replaced under voluntary recall (warranty item 10 years, 100,000) and now it takes 4 or 5 times to start the car after it sits for an hour or more. It cranks but just doesn’t run.
What kind of vibrations does a 2002 Volvo XC70 have?
I recently had my 2002 XC70 with 95,000 miles looked at because of driveline vibrations that seem most pronounced around 60 MPH. The mechanic and I went for a test ride and he said “The vibrations that you’re experiencing are very common with XC70s built between 1998 and 2003.
How many miles does a 2004 XC70 have?
I have a 2004 XC70 with 30,000 miles on it. When I start the car it idles rough. When I pull up to a stop light the engine idles rough and the check engine light comes on and sometimes blinks. The car runs better after it has been warmed up, however the light stays on.
What should I do if I have a transmission problem in my Volvo?
Doing transmission service will often improve the shifting quality. Make sure to use the recommended Volvo transmission fluid . In most cases correcting the transmission fluid level, changing fluid and filter, updating the transmission software, and replacing the valve body will fix it.
Can a transmission filter be changed on a Volvo?
Change transmission fluid and filter Even though Volvo may state transmission is sealed for life, you can extend the life of your transmission by doing a transmission filter and fluid change. Doing transmission service will often improve the shifting quality. Make sure to use the recommended Volvo transmission fluid.
What kind of trans fluid does a Volvo XC70 use?
Yesterday I drained about a gallon of trans fluid, got in my chevy truck, drove to the dealer, purchased four liters of Volvo authorized trans fluid, added enough fluid to replace what I had drained, and then test drove the XC70. Much to my surprise, I had lost third gear. Reverse, 1, 2, 4, and 5 are just fine. Three no longer works.
What to do if your Volvo clutch is not working?
Volvo’s fix to this problem was to update the software for the Transmission Control Module (TCM). The update disabled the neutral feature. If the problem existed for a long time, the clutches might wear the point that a complete transmission overhaul is required. Replacing the valve body can sometimes fix the problem, but this not a guaranteed fix.
What are the symptoms of a Volvo transmission problem?
Volvo transmission problem symptoms vary. A complete list of possible symptoms includes: Hard shifting between gears or hard downshifts. Volvo does not move when placed in Drive or Reverse. The engine revs up before going into the next gear. Transmission stuck in gear. Common fault codes are TCM-002A, TCM-002B, P0733, P0734.
What are the most common problems with Volvo transmissions?
Common Problems with Volvo Transmissions 1 B4 Servo. If your Volvo transmission hesitates to shift gears, it bangs into gear; the problem could be the B4 servo. 2 Valve Body. 3 Transmission Fluid. 4 Software Issues. 5 Transmission overdrive relay. 6 Valve body solenoids – Delayed shifting when hot.
What causes hard downshift to 1st gear in XC70?
I have a 2001 XC70, which is experiencing hard downshifts to 1st gear when slowing down. Per the ‘dealer’ there is an undetectable leak in the radiator (can’t be seen, but it is there), which contaminates the transmission fluid, and the contamination has ruined the transmission.