# \#v70 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/v70/771.md?page=1 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [1998 V70 GLT. Sporadically Runs Rough/Power loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-v70-glt-sporadically-runs-rough-power-loss/80720)
**Author:** [@White\_Knight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/White_Knight)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2013, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-v70-glt-sporadically-runs-rough-power-loss/80720 "2013-08-04T22:52:16Z")
THE FREQUENCY: This is a condition that has become progressively worse over the last six months. Initially it occurred once a week and now it is happening almost every day, lasts longer and is more acute. THE SYMPTOMS… --- ## [2002 v70 volvo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-v70-volvo/80412)
**Author:** [@FREEDOM\_99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FREEDOM_99)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2013, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-v70-volvo/80412 "2013-07-19T18:18:04Z")
I just bought car but the odometer doesn't light up so can't see the mileage. It is operated by fuse, bulb? --- ## [How is cruise repaired](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-is-cruise-repaired/80413)
**Author:** [@FREEDOM\_99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FREEDOM_99)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2013, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-is-cruise-repaired/80413 "2013-07-19T00:53:02Z")
Just bought very nice Volvo but the cruise doesn't work, I have the manual but is it a fuse that controls it? --- ## [2002 volvo v70xc - 3 rear angle gears blown out in 6 months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-3-rear-angle-gears-blown-out-in-6-months/78530)
**Author:** [@Rearanglegeargirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rearanglegeargirl)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-3-rear-angle-gears-blown-out-in-6-months/78530 "2013-05-02T23:36:33Z")
My 2002 awd v70xc wagon has blown out three angle gears since October of 2012. Every time I have been driving 70 mph on a highway for about one hour. A huge cloud of white smoke blows out of the tailpipe and hood and all… --- ## ['98 V70 has problems cold starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-v70-has-problems-cold-starting/77089)
**Author:** [@BSR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BSR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2013, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-v70-has-problems-cold-starting/77089 "2013-02-02T01:39:32Z")
I'm thinking about buying my friends' 1998 V70 2.4L 5-cylinder turbo with about 172k. With the cold mornings around here however the car has trouble turning over. A good chunk of the time the car has no problem turning o… --- ## [1998 Volvo whirring and rattling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-volvo-whirring-and-rattling/76674)
**Author:** [@Rattler\_in\_Chicago](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rattler_in_Chicago)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2013, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-volvo-whirring-and-rattling/76674 "2013-01-13T07:19:16Z")
My 1998 Volvo V70R with only 53,000 miles (I'm the orignial owner) has picked up a problem. It started a year ago and seems to occur only when I do not let the car warm up for a few or several minutes: once I put the ca… --- ## [Can we sell a car that needs a new transmission?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-we-sell-a-car-that-needs-a-new-transmission/76530)
**Author:** [@ML1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ML1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2013, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-we-sell-a-car-that-needs-a-new-transmission/76530 "2013-01-06T02:34:35Z")
We would like to sell our 2001 Volvo V-70, but have just been told by the dealer that it needs a new transmission (we had noticed signs, then the "Transmission Service Required" light came on). We were given cost estima… --- ## [99 Volvo starts and then dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-volvo-starts-and-then-dies/75954)
**Author:** [@higgie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/higgie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-volvo-starts-and-then-dies/75954 "2012-12-09T20:14:25Z")
I have a 99 Volvo V70. Sometimes when I start it, it turns over and then dies right away. It may do it once, or it may do it several times, but it will start start eventually. I am bringing it in to the garage next we… --- ## [Block Heater needed for a 99 Volvo v70 xc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/block-heater-needed-for-a-99-volvo-v70-xc/75370)
**Author:** [@Cold\_in\_ALaska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cold_in_ALaska)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/block-heater-needed-for-a-99-volvo-v70-xc/75370 "2012-11-07T09:45:08Z")
We bought a Volvo wagon a year and a half ago, and have been having problems with it starting in the winter. We found out last winter that it did not have a block heater, and have been trying to find one to fit since th… --- ## [Engine misfire and Battery Drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-misfire-and-battery-drain/74914)
**Author:** [@honestbrewer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honestbrewer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2012, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-misfire-and-battery-drain/74914 "2012-10-12T01:53:08Z")
I’ve been having an engine misfire issue for a number of months. The dealership first changed the plugs, ignition cable kit and wiring, and that fixed it for a while. Then it came back and dealership couldn’t figure it… --- ## [Volvo V70 low coolant, now won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70-low-coolant-now-wont-start/74739)
**Author:** [@bcostell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcostell)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2012, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70-low-coolant-now-wont-start/74739 "2012-10-01T17:15:25Z")
I have a 2001 Volvo V70. Yesterday I noticed that the low coolant light came on when I tried to start the car, but it went off after a minute or two. I kept an eye on the temperature gauge and didn't see anything amiss. … --- ## [Best tires for 2004 Volvo V70?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-tires-for-2004-volvo-v70/74327)
**Author:** [@italyreunion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/italyreunion)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-tires-for-2004-volvo-v70/74327 "2012-09-04T17:35:27Z")
I have a 2004 Volvo V70 with about 160,000 miles on it. I need to buy new tires. I've had the Michelin Primacy XV4s, and they've been great, especially driving in Connecticut winters. I'm planning on selling the car i… --- ## [ETS Light, Oil Light and Check Engine Light on!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ets-light-oil-light-and-check-engine-light-on/73579)
**Author:** [@Pat\_K](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pat_K)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2012, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ets-light-oil-light-and-check-engine-light-on/73579 "2012-07-17T21:42:20Z")
My volvo is running fine but the ETS Light, OIL light and Check Engine LIght are constantly coming on and off intermittently. In March of 2011 the independent volvo specialist cleaned the throttle body and a cracking t… --- ## [2000 volvo v70 air conditioning mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-v70-air-conditioning-mystery/73340)
**Author:** [@2oldvolvos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2oldvolvos)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2012, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-v70-air-conditioning-mystery/73340 "2012-07-02T03:54:51Z")
mechanic has tried two attempts at correcting the a/c -on/off cooling problem. Blows cold initially; then hot. He "removed the shim". No luck. Then decided I needed new compressor. I felt that I did not; but authori… --- ## [Volvo 2004 V70 - ANSWER is WRONG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-2004-v70-answer-is-wrong/71330)
**Author:** [@8pack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/8pack)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2012, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-2004-v70-answer-is-wrong/71330 "2012-03-11T04:48:56Z")
The power steering pump reservoir is 100% the issue. There is no way it is the tie rod ends. Read the complete link below for the definitve answer... http://www.volvoxc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17920&highlight=pow… --- ## [1999 Volvo V70 suddenly won't crank over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volvo-v70-suddenly-wont-crank-over/70247)
**Author:** [@Liese](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liese)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2012, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volvo-v70-suddenly-wont-crank-over/70247 "2012-01-03T20:46:54Z")
Look for some idea of what to either fix ourselves or to be prepared before trying to get her to a mechanic. Car was running just fine, suddenly yesterday afternoon she would crank but not turn over. I see someone with… --- ## [Sensor problems on a 2001 Volvo V70](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sensor-problems-on-a-2001-volvo-v70/69759)
**Author:** [@MacOS8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MacOS8)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2011, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sensor-problems-on-a-2001-volvo-v70/69759 "2011-11-30T22:14:46Z")
Dear all, I have some problems with my 2001 Volvo V70 about its light sensors and tailgate sensor. Starting from this spring, every time when I turned the right-turn signal light on, the bulb fail message will pop u… --- ## [Can't find the leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-find-the-leak/60802)
**Author:** [@mrandel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrandel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2011, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-find-the-leak/60802 "2011-11-02T21:38:11Z")
I have a '98 Volvo V70 that has a slow leak in the cooling system. I have brought it to my indie Volvo mechanic several times and they keep trying new things - they've replaced the thermostat, all the hoses, overflow ta… --- ## [Just replaced left & right axles, boots, and Drive shaft/cv joint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-replaced-left-right-axles-boots-and-drive-shaft-cv-joint/68465)
**Author:** [@Jenniferterry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenniferterry)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2011, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-replaced-left-right-axles-boots-and-drive-shaft-cv-joint/68465 "2011-10-08T04:12:16Z")
Hi Car Talk, ok I recently (recently as in today) had to replace my drive shaft and both of my front axles. As soon as the job was done, I noticed at speeds of 65-70+ I have vibration/shaking. Also, the drive shaft is m… --- ## [2000 Volvo AWD V70 - Drive Shaft issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-awd-v70-drive-shaft-issue/68424)
**Author:** [@Jenniferterry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenniferterry)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2011, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-awd-v70-drive-shaft-issue/68424 "2011-10-05T05:48:25Z")
Hi there! I have a 2000 Volvo V70 XC wagon. I just purchased this car in January and it needed a lot of love and care. Here's my car question: I have a rattling noise that started about a week ago. Just this morning (on … --- ## [First Car (Maybe a Volvo V70)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-maybe-a-volvo-v70/64976)
**Author:** [@Husker1123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Husker1123)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2011, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-maybe-a-volvo-v70/64976 "2011-07-11T03:41:40Z")
Hello everyone! Well I just got my drivers licens after driving with my temporary permit for two years! My new job has crazy hours that conflict with my moms schedule, so sharing the one car is not really possible. So … --- ## [Freaky Warning Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaky-warning-lights/63640)
**Author:** [@breinharth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breinharth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2011, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaky-warning-lights/63640 "2011-04-12T13:52:04Z")
Bought Pre-owned 2004 Volvo V70, 3/31/07 ; Warranty until April 2010 1) 6/25/08: transmission and brake lights on and a/c blew warm air. Action by dealer: replaced BCM & upload software 2) 6/26/08 front… --- ## [False-alarm warning lights related to a/c compressor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/false-alarm-warning-lights-related-to-a-c-compressor/63413)
**Author:** [@breinharth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breinharth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2011, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/false-alarm-warning-lights-related-to-a-c-compressor/63413 "2011-04-06T12:17:49Z")
Bought Pre-owned 2004 Volvo v70, 3/3107 25/6/08: transmission and brake lights on;a/c warm... action: replaced BCM & upload software. 26/6/08 front passenger windows squeak & roll down partway, a/c warm...action: 3… --- ## [Volvo oxygen sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-oxygen-sensors/62786)
**Author:** [@jbhanson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbhanson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2011, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-oxygen-sensors/62786 "2011-03-20T03:02:11Z")
Has Volvo issued a service bulliten for oxygen sensors in the 5 cylinder V70 series? Both my 1998 and 2002 V70s have had weak oxygen sensors. My trustworthy private mechanic also drives volvos and recommends that I ign… --- ## [Volvo Wizards, what's wrong with my V-70?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-wizards-whats-wrong-with-my-v-70/61962)
**Author:** [@cgiuffre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cgiuffre)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2011, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-wizards-whats-wrong-with-my-v-70/61962 "2011-03-18T14:13:35Z")
hi there, I have a hard to diagnose (for me) issue with my '00 non-turbo volvo v-70 (old age notwithstanding - 142K miles). After warming up and running for a bit, especially when say, running errands, etc. the engine wi… --- ## [Maintenance for an old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-for-an-old-car/62684)
**Author:** [@shartt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shartt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2011, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-for-an-old-car/62684 "2011-03-16T21:38:53Z")
I have a 99 Volvo V70 (base) with 173K miles. Owned since new and it runs fine. I want to have my 16 year old daughter drive it going forward. I have been doing regular maintenance, however the owners manual stopped prov… --- ## [Transmission issue - 1999 wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issue-1999-wagon/62635)
**Author:** [@paralee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paralee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2011, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issue-1999-wagon/62635 "2011-03-15T14:41:41Z")
\-trusted volvo mechanics have worked on transmission arrow light and inability to get out of winter-mode - repaired -second, replaced transmission -arrow light continues to flash; with computer showing an issue -t… --- ## [Install iPod jack in 2005 Volvo V70? Not via FM radio-type. Volvo says no!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-ipod-jack-in-2005-volvo-v70-not-via-fm-radio-type-volvo-says-no/61912)
**Author:** [@Oliveview](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oliveview)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-ipod-jack-in-2005-volvo-v70-not-via-fm-radio-type-volvo-says-no/61912 "2011-02-28T04:15:23Z")
We bought a used 2005 Volvo V70 used from a Volvo dealer; came with CD and radio. We'd like to get an iPod jack. Volvo won't do it and said they wouldn't install a new radio with jack. And they said if I went to acar ste… --- ## [Extra key for my 2000 Volvo V70 wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extra-key-for-my-2000-volvo-v70-wagon/61693)
**Author:** [@lgleason](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lgleason)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extra-key-for-my-2000-volvo-v70-wagon/61693 "2011-02-21T21:36:10Z")
what is the best way to obtain an extra key for this car? The local dealer quoted me $310.00!! --- ## [A Polterguist hit my passenger side mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-polterguist-hit-my-passenger-side-mirror/60951)
**Author:** [@Mary\_Ellen\_Hluska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary_Ellen_Hluska)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2011, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-polterguist-hit-my-passenger-side-mirror/60951 "2011-02-06T02:28:43Z")
I live in Baltimore and park on the street. I have a 98 Volvo v70 wagon, navy with black seats). His name is Hank The Tank. I was pulling Hank into a spot, because there were no cars really and I did not have to back in.… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/v70/771.md?match_all_tags=true&tags%5B%5D=v70) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/v70/771.md?match_all_tags=true&page=2&tags%5B%5D=v70)