Bevel Gear -Warranty won't pay out

[TerryW]

Just an update Volvo contacted my warranty company and they won't pay out as the the whole component needs to complete fail, and no doubt leave me stranded on the side of the road, oh well it's only money, I was planning on a diet, looks like bread and water for me over the next couple of months lol.

[Redbrick]

Just an update Volvo contacted my warranty company and they won't pay out as the the whole component needs to complete fail, and no doubt leave me stranded on the side of the road, oh well it's only money, I was planning on a diet, looks like bread and water for me over the next couple of months lol.

Which warranty company? On a previous car I was once told my turbo wasn't covered as it was an exhaust component. As slippery and devious as.... an insurance company doing anything not to pay out? Makes my blood boil.

[stribo]

Just an update Volvo contacted my warranty company and they won't pay out as the the whole component needs to complete fail, and no doubt leave me stranded on the side of the road, oh well it's only money, I was planning on a diet, looks like bread and water for me over the next couple of months lol.

The thing is even with a total failure, which it sounds as if you've had, you won't be left stranded, you'll just have a FWD car instead of an AWD car.

[MoleT-5R]

and if it does fail, the warranty company probably will try and say, you should have got the awd system serviced, as you already new it was failing by trying to claim for it, before it finally failed....if you get what I mean, there all a bit slippery like that

[TerryW]

I new they would try and wriggle out of it, the thing is I could have delayed getting the work done until it would fail completely, but taking on board that I would still have front wheel drive, but by that time the warranty would have run out!, I think in this I have learnt some lessons especially in relation to buying a performance car, which I let slip really in that I presumed being low mileage the car would be ok, but the importance of proper service history is imperative, it was only through the volvo service last week, things like wrong oil filters fitted, LeeT5 picked up wrong coolant used, probably has had in its history wrong oil, spark plugs knackered and probably not changed within services it has had. The Volvo garage did mention that if it had had full volvo or volvo specialist service history some of these issues may have been preventable, but we will never no. Anyway probably some good do's and dont's to pass on in the future to anybody wanting an R, but the car seems to go much better after the service and I have better peace of mind, and will probably be even smoother with angle gear done.

[stribo]

It's a hard lesson to learn mate, but I'd still fight them on the warranty claim.

[MoleT-5R]

It's a hard lesson to learn mate, but I'd still fight them on the warranty claim.

As Steve has said, some hard lessons, but don't give up on the warranty claim, some dogged determination and it may bare some financial fruits, they may be just seeing if they can get you to go away, just by fobbing you off

[TerryW]

Well its all done, car seems to glide along now, maybe its me, but does seem a lot smoother, well you can humour me lol given i am now £1500.00 quid lighter in my pocket, good news they found my faulty reversing lights did not need a new switch just loose connection.

[LeeT5]

So Terry, how much on that extensive list we made is there still to do?

[TerryW]

Well i have put a large dent in the list this week. So breakdown of completed:-
1) Knocking issue -Bevel Gear replaced today £1500.00
2) 9 year Service with new spark plugs, changed coolant, oils, filters, fluids + new fuel cap hinge, lower gearbox torque bush and health check £759.00 on Monday
3) headlight cover was in bowls of the car so was replaced
4) Bonnet strut believe or not on the facelift model they removed it, volvo being penny pushers
5) Timing, they said it was fine and ok, but there is still that issue with rattle on start up when hot and not quite picking up, a gremlin for another time.
6) Reversing light was a loose connection

Advisories for another time
1) Top Mounts
2) Slight misting on front shocks
3) slight oil from behind steering rack
4) discs on front lipped, have a quote to do this £225.00

So with this i can plan towards putting the things right. Tyres and Brakes probably for this year and another 12k service is all i want to be able pay out if i ca help it

[Harvey]

Well i have put a large dent in the list this week. So breakdown of completed:-
1) Knocking issue -Bevel Gear replaced today £1500.00
2) 9 year Service with new spark plugs, changed coolant, oils, filters, fluids + new fuel cap hinge, lower gearbox torque bush and health check £759.00 on Monday
3) headlight cover was in bowls of the car so was replaced
4) Bonnet strut believe or not on the facelift model they removed it, volvo being penny pushers
5) Timing, they said it was fine and ok, but there is still that issue with rattle on start up when hot and not quite picking up, a gremlin for another time.
6) Reversing light was a loose connection

Advisories for another time
1) Top Mounts
2) Slight misting on front shocks
3) slight oil from behind steering rack
4) discs on front lipped, have a quote to do this £225.00

So with this i can plan towards putting the things right. Tyres and Brakes probably for this year and another 12k service is all i want to be able pay out if i ca help it

4) Bonnet strut believe or not on the facelift model they removed it, volvo being penny pushers
I did notice my 2005 S60R had two ,but the 2006 V70R only has one even the hinge doesn't have the ball riveted into it.

[TerryW]

Just as quick note on the Bevel gear in conversations with the Service Guy half way through the install it came to light the £1500.00 covered for a volvo refurbished unit, if it was brand new costs would have been over 2K, i was a bit miffed they did say this when they quoted, not much i can do now it does come with 12 months warranty

[TerryW]

Yes mine has the silver plastic turbo pipe and not the aluminum one either!

[LeeT5]

If I were you, I'd retro fit a strut on the bonnet. Makes it much more stable.
Parts will be available at dealer including the ball joint mounting. Struts both sides are identical.

[Harvey]

Yes mine has the silver plastic turbo pipe and not the aluminum one either!

Just don't lean on it or your break the mounting bracket off on it !.

[Harvey]

If I were you, I'd retro fit a strut on the bonnet. Makes it much more stable.

I am joking now ,I just think of the weight saving !.

[TerryW]

oops i new there was something else LeeT5 mentioned mounting brackets already broken, yet another thing for the list lol

[graemewelch]

Just so happens the R im busting has brandnew discs on the front. No wear at all

[LeeT5]

Just don't lean on it or your break the mounting bracket off on it !.

Too late Harvey...I noted they were BOTH already broken.

Options are: Buy a new Alloy one and a V-clamp and fit OR buy a cheaper plastic one (that actually swells under boost :shockedbi) and be very careful not to break it in future. I know what I'd do!

[stribo]

Too late Harvey...I noted they were BOTH already broken.

Options are: Buy a new Alloy one and a V-clamp and fit OR buy a cheaper plastic one (that actually swells under boost :shockedbi) and be very careful not to break it in future. I know what I'd do!

If the earlier V band pipe is fitted, won't it have to be connected to the earlier V band turbo?

[Harvey]

If the earlier V band pipe is fitted, won't it have to be connected to the earlier V band turbo?

2006> cars the turbo outlet is for a hose there is no V band fitted but you could fit one of these instead !.(very deep pockets required).

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http://www.ipdusa.com/products/9319/120705-silicone-performance-charge-air-pipe-p2-s60-v70-xc70

[TerryW]

Thanks Graham, may pass on the discs, but I have a crack in the black plastic of the passenger mirror surround, needs a new mirror assembly to make it look right, if you have one of those of the R in good order I would be interested.

[TerryW]

When I have recovered after the shock of this week I think will look at aluminium one, a few more things to prioritise, but I am getting there..

[Harvey]

When I have recovered after the shock of this week I think will look at aluminium one, a few more things to prioritise, but I am getting there..

You can't fit one to you car sorry.

[stribo]

2006> cars the turbo outlet is for a hose there is no V band fitted but you could fit one of these instead !.(very deep pockets required).

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http://www.ipdusa.com/products/9319/120705-silicone-performance-charge-air-pipe-p2-s60-v70-xc70

IMO that looks nasty.

[TerryW]

Just checked ipd silicon option, something to think about, if aluminium won't fit

[Harvey]

IMO that looks nasty.

Didn't say I would fit one.

They do a v band adapter.
http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=volvo%20v%20band%20s60r&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CBgQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ipdusa.com%2Fproducts%2F9318% 2F120708-v-band-adapter-k24-turbocharger-s60r-v70r-2004-2005&ei=59GIU8S_EOrQsQS9uoH4BQ&usg=AFQjCNGcQ7YqA8WBH1ldwGwFlfjPG8n6Pw

[LeeT5]

IPD OTE hose looks hideous! I wouldn't pay that for a bit of silicone, no way!!!

[graemewelch]

Thats a shocking bit of kit. Better off finding a good fabrictor and getting a custom pipe made

[Redbrick]

5) Timing, they said it was fine and ok, but there is still that issue with rattle on start up when hot and not quite picking up, a gremlin for another time.



Is this a slight stumble at idle?

[TerryW]

Not quite, although there is a slight stumble, tick over seems fine, it happens when the car is hot and only when you turn the car off and turn the car ignition on, when it is cold, it starts up fine redbrick, the only thing i can liken it to is when that rattle/type stall when you should be in 1st or second gear but actually you are in 4th or 5th so feels like it may stall on stat up but doesn't. Volvo said timing was good and 300bhp reading. What sparked this off was i had cam belt change by Halfords and myself and LeeT5 thought they may have not set timing right, but Volvo said all was good. LeeT5 tested the car for a drive and Lee and I feel its holding back a little sense there is more in the tank, may be part of it, maybe a good tune would help to iron everything out

[Redbrick]

Not quite, although there is a slight stumble, tick over seems fine, it happens when the car is hot and only when you turn the car off and turn the car ignition on, when it is cold, it starts up fine redbrick, the only thing i can liken it to is when that rattle/type stall when you should be in 1st or second gear but actually you are in 4th or 5th so feels like it may stall on stat up but doesn't. Volvo said timing was good and 300bhp reading. What sparked this off was i had cam belt change by Halfords and myself and LeeT5 thought they may have not set timing right, but Volvo said all was good. LeeT5 tested the car for a drive and Lee and I feel its holding back a little sense there is more in the tank, may be part of it, maybe a good tune would help to iron everything out

Could be a dodgy injector if it only does it when hot. Does it use any coolant and is it chipped/mapped?

[TerryW]

No not chipped, i don't think it's losing coolant, I have had to top up on a couple of occasions when the systems been drained and refilled by garages for example had new water pump and thermostat but after it's topped up I think it's been fine, the acid test the coolant was replaced during the service this week so will keep an eye on it.

[TerryW]

Had a run out to Clacton today, got stuck in M25 traffic at the QE2 bridge, I was stop starting, same knocking sound GRRRRRRR. The clutch I am sure is fine, but is there a release bearing or something that could be my be the knocking when clutch engages and changes from 1st to 2nd I will get the slight knock or popping sound whatever it is, it's gonna have to fail as I am spending no more money on it, and it's driving well now, it's just infuriating as I am sure the bevel gear was on its way out, but i could have spent £1500 and it's something else.

[Redbrick]

Had a run out to Clacton today, got stuck in M25 traffic at the QE2 bridge, I was stop starting, same knocking sound GRRRRRRR. The clutch I am sure is fine, but is there a release bearing or something that could be my be the knocking when clutch engages and changes from 1st to 2nd I will get the slight knock or popping sound whatever it is, it's gonna have to fail as I am spending no more money on it, and it's driving well now, it's just infuriating as I am sure the bevel gear was on its way out, but i could have spent £1500 and it's something else.

Check bushes on gearbox to sub frame link, very common failure and can cause a clunking.

[Dangerous Dave]

Dual mass flywheel worn?

[Harvey]

Dual mass flywheel worn?

Could be,do you hear a rattle at tickover that's stops when you dip the clutch ?.

[TerryW]

No rattle on tick over that stops when clutch is depressed, i am sure it's a bush or something, I did try slight excellaration in 1st and took foot off throttle to see if the knock would happen as the car slowed, did get slight knock, I think it's a bush, I need to go back to volvo as they had a list of advisories and mentioned some bushes with prices etc. All in all car seems to going well though.

[LeeT5]

Didn't say I would fit one.

They do a v band adapter.
http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=volvo%20v%20band%20s60r&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CBgQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ipdusa.com%2Fproducts%2F9318% 2F120708-v-band-adapter-k24-turbocharger-s60r-v70r-2004-2005&ei=59GIU8S_EOrQsQS9uoH4BQ&usg=AFQjCNGcQ7YqA8WBH1ldwGwFlfjPG8n6Pw

Just read the detail on this. It won't allow your car to have the alloy charge pipe fitted, only works on cars with KKK24 turbo that uses the V band clamp and alloy OTE pipe. It's so you can fit their blue silicone OTE pipe to the kkk24 using a V band clamp.
Sorry Terry, but as Harvey says, it won't work on your car. (Well that's how I understand it anyway).
If I were you, I'd buy a new OTE pipe from the dealer and a brand new short bit of pipe that directly fits on your turbo with two new clamps.
You could give IPD a ring and ask if the adaptor they sell will enable the alloy OTE pipe to be used instead of the crappy plastic one?
I think I know what the answer will be.

[LeeT5]

Check bushes on gearbox to sub frame link, very common failure and can cause a clunking.

That bush was replaced on his last service mate! The one he's just had done.

[TerryW]

Ok final post on this subject re the knocking sound, especially as it has got progressively louder over the last week since i have had the car returned for Bevel Gear, took into Volvo spent some time with engineer and discovered passenger side bottom ball joint has had it, other side is fine, top mounts re torqued and okish as well as front wish bone bushes again okish for now. I try and avoid the pot holes, but i travel up and down the country and i am telling the roads are horrendous, i know i have hit some which doesn't help. So Car goes back into Volvo tomorrow morning for ball joint and that should be the end of it!

[LeeT5]

Could be a dodgy injector if it only does it when hot. Does it use any coolant and is it chipped/mapped?

I'm pretty confident this is a VVT issue.
The engine physically rattles briefly on start up only when hot.
It's so bad it's causing the start up to delay.

I must stress to you again Terry that this is a priority and you must get it looked at urgently!
I'm not really that clued up on the VVT side of things but I do know that they are very sensitive to grade of oil.
I really do think you need to explain it to the garage in more detail and show them the problem. It did it every time we started the car at mine and if that were my car I'd be worried.

[LeeT5]

Just have them replace the entire wishbone mate! They are not expensive and it will make a huge improvement to the steering feel. Plus there are two other bushes that always wear out. Pointless just replacing the lower ball joint!

[TerryW]

ah Lee thanks for reminding me, so as you no today popped into volvo for lower ball joint issue after traveling back from the Midlands so the car was nice and hot, so just before testing for the knocking noise got him to start the car, and the physical rattle happened, and we did this repeatedly and again the rattle, this only happens when the car is hot and not cold!, he said he thought it may be the VVT pulley rattle, i tried to get him to commit a little bit more but no joy, he said the timing he thought was fine, i think if the VVT pulley was to go thats likely to be piston and valves and big problems and would write the engine off. So you are right i need this looking at, I may take to a Volvo Specialist listed on here around Guildford, or the guys you have mentioned.

[LeeT5]

Good man! :B_thumb:

[Harvey]

I'm pretty confident this is a VVT issue.
The engine physically rattles briefly on start up only when hot.
It's so bad it's causing the start up to delay.

I must stress to you again Terry that this is a priority and you must get it looked at urgently!
I'm not really that clued up on the VVT side of things but I do know that they are very sensitive to grade of oil.
I really do think you need to explain it to the garage in more detail and show them the problem. It did it every time we started the car at mine and if that were my car I'd be worried.

The thing that would be worth doing is to test the the oil pressure when the engine is cold & again when the engine is nice and hot.
Then also test how quickly it builds oil pressure up from hot.
It could be the O rings in the sump that are leaking by and allow the oil to drain from the engine block & also cause the oil pressure to drop to low to get the VVT pulleys to change over as they should,as the oil is at it's thinnest when it's hot.
I do know volvo do say to test oil pressure when testing the VVT side of things

[TerryW]

Update on VVT Pulleys, yes there is a slight rattle, Volvo mechanic and master technician have said best to monitor at this stage, replacement for x2 new pulleys £800.00 plus labour and would advise cam belt kit change, so i guess another 1-1.5k, the mechanic said that its my decision but given the expenses already paid, it would be ok to monitor and review again if it gets any worse, or at the next 12k service which for me will be around October/November time. So suspension sorted and no knocking noises, discs and pads on the fronts to change this week and i have replaced washer jets as they were popping out of the bonnet. So i need to recover now the last 2 weeks has cost a little under 3k.

[LeeT5]

Update on VVT Pulleys, yes there is a slight rattle, Volvo mechanic and master technician have said best to monitor at this stage, replacement for x2 new pulleys £800.00 plus labour and would advise cam belt kit change, so i guess another 1-1.5k, the mechanic said that its my decision but given the expenses already paid, it would be ok to monitor and review again if it gets any worse, or at the next 12k service which for me will be around October/November time. So suspension sorted and no knocking noises, discs and pads on the fronts to change this week and i have replaced washer jets as they were popping out of the bonnet. So i need to recover now the last 2 weeks has cost a little under 3k.

Now you've had it confirmed, why not purchase the parts required from Volvo and then get your Indy to fit, or better still, get MRG Volvo to give you a quote. You'll need to speak to Simon Chu and tell him your a new mbr on VPCUK. Then they will be able to give you your parts discount and big labour discount. You might find they will do the job lot for less than £800. Expect 10% discount on parts plus labour rate at £65p/h.

[TerryW]

Thanks Lee got quote from RT Mechanics Parts come in under £500 with labour and cambelt kit a little over £1000, so already big saving, as i think with current volvo in gatwick i would be looking at 1500. I don't know if any moderators can pick up this post, but i have spoken to MRG Volvo and they have said i need to contact the moderators who will then contact MRG to set up an account. If any moderator sees this can you possibly respond if i am eligible for this and help me set up an account to get VVT pulleys replaced with discounted price etc.

[Dangerous Dave]

Thanks Lee got quote from RT Mechanics Parts come in under £500 with labour and cambelt kit a little over £1000, so already big saving, as i think with current volvo in gatwick i would be looking at 1500. I don't know if any moderators can pick up this post, but i have spoken to MRG Volvo and they have said i need to contact the moderators who will then contact MRG to set up an account. If any moderator sees this can you possibly respond if i am eligible for this and help me set up an account to get VVT pulleys replaced with discounted price etc.
Will pass this onto the team :)

[LeeT5]

So where you at now with fixing the car? Angle gear done? VVT issue?

[TerryW]

So far the Lee with the VVT issues the pulleys do need doing, and I have got a great quote from RT Mechanics, but i need some breathing space before spending out, it is urgent just due the potential destruction the pulleys can do to the engine if they fail, but Volvo themselves advised to keep a watchful eye on it. Suspension is all ok, but i have advisories on front shocks and steering rack which i can again keep an eye on between services which i think i will do 3 in a year. I may be paranoid but i do think i have an issue with the oil, i am topping up at around 2500 miles, but you can see from my last post, i can knock out 800 miles in one week and this is fast motorway driving and urban, so am probably doing the type of driving in 1 month many wouldn't do in 3-4 months. I can only assume that if RT are gonna change VVT pulleys and Cambelt, it may be advisable to look at PCV system while they are at it while every thing is out of the way in the engine bay, but i am now happy i have broken the back of it for now, i think i have a couple grand to spend yet but i can space this out i am hoping, I do think some of my expense can be reduced by not spending out on Volvo Dealership prices, for example Rt Mechanics quote for the pulleys is at around £400.00 Volvo dealership is £800.00 without compromising on quality. Overall i am very happy with the car it remains to be seen if the car can take the punishment i am going to give it, but its the price you pay i guess for a performance vehicle, but i have learnt a lot from yourself and others on here which has been invaluable and already helped me out a lot.

[Jimmie]

Have you tried Simon at MRG for a quote yet?
Even if they are slightly more expensive using genuine parts there backup if anything goes wrong afterwards is one of the best.
In my opinion they are the "best" that's why I travel the length of the country to go there .But that's just me.
Do RT use genuine parts?

[TerryW]

Hi Jimmie,
Still trying to get through to MRG, but not quite worked out, LeeT5 has given me a contact, and will definitely check them out, Chippenham is not to bad to get to and I have heard nothing but good stuff about them, tried today but put on hold, but will get through eventually, I am actually in Swindon tomorrow so could probably get over and speak to them face to face.

[volvokid]

Yeah Simon is the main man over there, don't tell him us Scots told you though, he will charge double :) I'm going to be going down at some point to get my clutch done.

[TerryW]

Got hold of MRG today, have sent details so will await the quotes so hopefully will be ok

[LeeT5]

UPDATE please Terry!!!

Did you get the suspect VVT rattle fixed? Does your car still rattle on hot starts?

[TerryW]

Hi Lee
Yep Sorry here's the update on the Car. 1st just to say the car is generally going well! BUT there are niggles which to be honest I am just living with until they escalate to something serious.
1. VVT rattle has seemed of settled a little, but you still get a rattle on start up, but have been advised if it becomes an issue of rattling on tickover, then it needs doing, but the car sounds sweet, I am checking oil and water regularly.
2. Head Gasket/Liners, I am keeping an eye on the loss of water, I think I have to top up with volvo anti freeze once a month, temperature top dead centre on dial, I have been in heavy traffic, racing up and down motor way, but again keepin an eye on it.
3. Bevel gear, you know I forked out 1500 or so on replacement, which needed to be done, but there is a knocking on changing the gears, I know the DMF can make some noise, but there is something else in the transmission maybe drive shafts?

I know you offered the sniff test which would be great, I am around Tuesday next week send me a message it would be good to catch up, if this fits in with your dairy

So general conclusion of R ownership, absolutely love the car, it's got 65k on clock now, but I think over next 12 months it's gonna need 3-4k on it, but I am holding off until I have to make the repairs. It's going in on Monday as I have codes 042, 081 and 018 showing so some more work to be done, but is a 10 year old car I guess

[stribo]

Hi Lee
Yep Sorry here's the update on the Car. 1st just to say the car is generally going well! BUT there are niggles which to be honest I am just living with until they escalate to something serious.
1. VVT rattle has seemed of settled a little, but you still get a rattle on start up, but have been advised if it becomes an issue of rattling on tickover, then it needs doing, but the car sounds sweet, I am checking oil and water regularly.
2. Head Gasket/Liners, I am keeping an eye on the loss of water, I think I have to top up with volvo anti freeze once a month, temperature top dead centre on dial, I have been in heavy traffic, racing up and down motor way, but again keepin an eye on it.
3. Bevel gear, you know I forked out 1500 or so on replacement, which needed to be done, but there is a knocking on changing the gears, I know the DMF can make some noise, but there is something else in the transmission maybe drive shafts?

I know you offered the sniff test which would be great, I am around Tuesday next week send me a message it would be good to catch up, if this fits in with your dairy

So general conclusion of R ownership, absolutely love the car, it's got 65k on clock now, but I think over next 12 months it's gonna need 3-4k on it, but I am holding off until I have to make the repairs. It's going in on Monday as I have codes 042, 081 and 018 showing so some more work to be done, but is a 10 year old car I guess

Check the bolts in the end of the driveshafts, they have a habit of coming loose.

[TerryW]

Hi Stribo,
I think LeeT5 kindly replaced new ones I bought for me and torqued them up, so not sure if this is it, I know I have some engine mounts/bushes that may need replacement, but this knock is different, low speed 1st to 2nd you here a clunk clunk sound?, I have been able with smooth changes to avoid the noise but now it's got progressively worse...

[LeeT5]

Check the bolts in the end of the driveshafts, they have a habit of coming loose.

Come on mate, you should know me by now! That was one of the first things I checked when he came round months ago. I also fitted new bolts (xc90 type) and obviously torqued them correctly.

[LeeT5]

Hi Lee

2. Head Gasket/Liners, I am keeping an eye on the loss of water, I think I have to top up with volvo anti freeze once a month, temperature top dead centre on dial, I have been in heavy traffic, racing up and down motor way, but again keepin an eye on it.

make sure you top up with 50/50 mix (water and volvo antifreeze)

3. Bevel gear, you know I forked out 1500 or so on replacement, which needed to be done, but there is a knocking on changing the gears, I know the DMF can make some noise, but there is something else in the transmission maybe drive shafts?

what year is your car mate, I have an idea what it may be.

I know you offered the sniff test which would be great, I am around Tuesday next week send me a message it would be good to catch up, if this fits in with your dairy

So general conclusion of R ownership, absolutely love the car, it's got 65k on clock now, but I think over next 12 months it's gonna need 3-4k on it, but I am holding off until I have to make the repairs. It's going in on Monday as I have codes 042, 081 and 018 showing so some more work to be done, but is a 10 year old car I guess

Are those P0*** codes?

Pm me your contact number as I have lost it.

[TerryW]

Thanks Lee
The codes are shown when I hold down the ode metre reset and relate to the following messages
1. Engine system service required 042/ 2. On call service required 081/ 3. Brake assist service required 018..
The car is march 2005, so has the slight face lift, will pm no. in a tick..

[stribo]

Come on mate, you should know me by now! That was one of the first things I checked when he came round months ago. I also fitted new bolts (xc90 type) and obviously torqued them correctly.

I didn't know you'd done any work on his car. Did you use copper grease on them?

[Harvey]

I didn't know you'd done any work on his car. Did you use copper grease on them?

Lee would know not to use copper grease near rubber,as it attacks it and breaks it down.

[stribo]

Lee would know not to use copper grease near rubber,as it attacks it and breaks it down.
Where's the rubber?

[Harvey]

Where's the rubber?

The bolt has a big rubber cone that crushes down

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[TerryW]

Yep that's the ones that Lee fitted and torqued up, I bought brand new from volvo a few months back. The clunk sound is something else I think, maybe propshaft, DMF, it's not angle gear that's changed, getting it looked at on Monday anyhow, and i can live with it I will keep you all posted.