# \#xc70 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/xc70/3740.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2001 Volvo XC70 - engine seal blowout](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-xc70-engine-seal-blowout/187025)
**Author:** [@genienmnzanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/genienmnzanders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2022, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-xc70-engine-seal-blowout/187025 "2022-10-22T19:14:28Z")
2001 V0lvo xc v70: symptoms of an engine seal blowout? --- ## [Why do old all Volvos smell like crayons?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-old-all-volvos-smell-like-crayons/180815)
**Author:** [@dpernal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dpernal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2021, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-old-all-volvos-smell-like-crayons/180815 "2021-11-22T20:52:42Z")
Does anyone know why every. single. old. Volvo. smells like crayons when you turn the heat on? Burning question… We’ve had six over the last 25 years, and every one smelled like crayons. WHY??? --- ## [Volvo XC70 with 201k miles worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-with-201k-miles-worth-it/178786)
**Author:** [@petermaloney211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/petermaloney211)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2021, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-with-201k-miles-worth-it/178786 "2021-08-21T00:27:54Z")
Hey gang, I was looking at purchasing a 2004 Volvo XC70 with 201k miles on it and was wondering if anyone has some experience with this car and their lifespan. The car is listed for 3,500k and is located in north New Je… --- ## [Xc70 vanishing oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/xc70-vanishing-oil/71954)
**Author:** [@tillman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tillman)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2021, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/xc70-vanishing-oil/71954 "2021-08-02T21:29:37Z")
Last August, with about 76,000 miles on it, the oil light on my xc70 came on when I was making a U-turn. I took the car into the dealer and was told it was down almost 4 quarts. The “cause” was the breather box which was… --- ## [2010 Volvo XC70 fuel gauge issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-xc70-fuel-gauge-issue/177498)
**Author:** [@ben\_175782](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ben_175782)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-xc70-fuel-gauge-issue/177498 "2021-06-21T17:39:09Z")
I recently bought a 2010 Volvo XC70 T6 with 45k miles on it from a used car dealer. After driving it for a month and loving it there was an issue. The fuel gauge showed 1/4 tank fuel remaining yet the car totally was out… --- ## [2015 Volvo XC70 lost coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-lost-coolant/176367)
**Author:** [@OldGrouch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldGrouch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-lost-coolant/176367 "2021-04-25T20:50:37Z")
Loses over a pint of coolant in a week. No puddles under the car. --- ## [2004 Volvo XC70 stalls suddenly, can’t find codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-xc70-stalls-suddenly-can-t-find-codes/176244)
**Author:** [@leslye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leslye)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2021, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-xc70-stalls-suddenly-can-t-find-codes/176244 "2021-04-20T20:41:00Z")
car stalls suddenly after driving, low performance light came on after replacing altenator & new battery, sometimes hasn’t turned over & taken to 5 different shops cant find codes for whats wrond. --- ## [2016 Volvo XC70 battery life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volvo-xc70-battery-life/158568)
**Author:** [@JohnChesnutt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnChesnutt)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2020, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volvo-xc70-battery-life/158568 "2020-02-17T16:43:23Z")
Had to replace Volvo battery after 3 1/2 years. Was under warranty. Why did it not last longer. Our son replaced his volvo XC 60 about the same length of time . His is a 2015. --- ## [Wanted Michelin tires for my Volvo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wanted-michelin-tires-for-my-volvo/151536)
**Author:** [@BenFennell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BenFennell)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2019, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wanted-michelin-tires-for-my-volvo/151536 "2019-10-27T17:54:05Z")
I have a 2008 Volvo XC70 3.2 with 16 rims. I like Michelin tires so i thought I would check with Costco and was told that Michelin tires do not fit this car(except for the X-Ice). I then took my car into the Volvo deale… --- ## [2002 Volvo V70XC low oil pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-low-oil-pressure/38205)
**Author:** [@bkissel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkissel)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2019, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-low-oil-pressure/38205 "2019-05-18T16:04:20Z")
We have a 2002 Volvo V70XC. Recently the low oil pressure light came on while my wife was driving. She pulled off the road and we had it towed to a local dealer the next morning. The dealer, before they even saw the c… --- ## [2013 Volvo XC70 battery trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc70-battery-trouble/140119)
**Author:** [@sundaramramanan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sundaramramanan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc70-battery-trouble/140119 "2019-05-13T21:26:47Z")
6 months ago, AAA replaced the dead battery in my car with one of a slightly larger capacity. Since then the battery warning light comes on every time I turn on the ignition although the battery is 68% charged. Two Volv… --- ## [Using Pam antistick spray on the front of my car to avoid bugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-pam-antistick-spray-on-the-front-of-my-car-to-avoid-bugs/80688)
**Author:** [@heatherkt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/heatherkt)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2019, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-pam-antistick-spray-on-the-front-of-my-car-to-avoid-bugs/80688 "2019-05-05T18:02:42Z")
I travel around the state of Oregon a lot. My brother in-law, with whom I confide my woes of bugs and other flying things hit while driving, suggested that I spray the front of my XC70 with Pam cooking spray to minimize … --- ## [2008 Volvo XC70 stumbles at low speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-stumbles-at-low-speed/138840)
**Author:** [@RonS35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonS35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2019, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-stumbles-at-low-speed/138840 "2019-04-20T18:22:02Z")
We have a 2008 Volvo XC70 that stumbles-misses when pulling away in lower speeds. Spark plugs & coils have been replaced. OBD shows maybe a weak O2 sensor. What do you think? --- ## [2006 Volvo XC70 blurry spot in rear view mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volvo-xc70-blurry-spot-in-rear-view-mirror/126225)
**Author:** [@KatTest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatTest)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2018, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volvo-xc70-blurry-spot-in-rear-view-mirror/126225 "2018-10-09T01:57:41Z")
I discovered one day an elongated blurry oval in my rearview mirror that has a thin black line around it. What is it and how do I fix it? --- ## [2015 Volvo XC70 radio question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-radio-question/113889)
**Author:** [@brent21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brent21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-radio-question/113889 "2018-03-18T22:56:09Z")
not changing radio stations on serius --- ## [Considering a 2001 Volvo XC70 AWD Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2001-volvo-xc70-awd-wagon/108668)
**Author:** [@nbpt100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbpt100)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2017, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2001-volvo-xc70-awd-wagon/108668 "2017-10-17T04:01:44Z")
I was offered this vehicle for a very attractive price. It needs a new steering rack. The transmission was replaced 5 years ago. I read the Edmund’s reviews and the Tranny is a weak spot. Some people love them some ha… --- ## [My 2008 XC70 hit 215,000 miles, what are some things to expect?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2008-xc70-hit-215-000-miles-what-are-some-things-to-expect/103054)
**Author:** [@chrisvolvos80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisvolvos80)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2017, 12:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2008-xc70-hit-215-000-miles-what-are-some-things-to-expect/103054 "2017-04-17T12:33:54Z")
Hello Car Talk / Volvo community! My 2008 Volvo XC70 has hit 215,000 miles. I want to keep it as long as I can, until 2023 at least. Then I plan to get another Volvo. I have done regular maintenance and repairs over… --- ## [Transmission Problems in 2001 Volvo XC70 with 123k](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problems-in-2001-volvo-xc70-with-123k/84848)
**Author:** [@CMJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CMJ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2014, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problems-in-2001-volvo-xc70-with-123k/84848 "2014-05-01T07:30:42Z")
A year ago, I had the input and output speed sensors replaced after the service light came on indicating a transmission problem. The transmission has always made a clunking sound and now it is having a hard time shiftin… --- ## [2008 Volvo XC70 AWD spotaneously disabled - 7 days post warranty expires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-awd-spotaneously-disabled-7-days-post-warranty-expires/84188)
**Author:** [@MollyKate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MollyKate)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2014, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-awd-spotaneously-disabled-7-days-post-warranty-expires/84188 "2014-03-24T23:56:06Z")
Hi, I purchased a dealer certified 2008 XC70 in Feb 2013 which had a warranty until Feb 2014. On March 7th the AWD spontaneously disabled. The car has 49K miles on it. The dealer is telling me that is a $1800 to … --- ## [Digital Information Module](https://community.cartalk.com/t/digital-information-module/83569)
**Author:** [@Garyhart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garyhart)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2014, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/digital-information-module/83569 "2014-02-07T03:31:37Z")
I recently replaced the DIM (digital information module) on my 2003 Volvo XC70 Cross Country at 113500 miles. As you know the DIM has a message window that posts MPG, Average Speed, Miles left to and empty tank, etc. The… --- ## [Volvo V70XC 2002 can't make it over the mountains!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70xc-2002-cant-make-it-over-the-mountains/82979)
**Author:** [@CoSeaLion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CoSeaLion)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2014, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70xc-2002-cant-make-it-over-the-mountains/82979 "2014-01-05T05:22:58Z")
My Volvo with 167,000 miles lost power and almost stalled at approx. 3,000 feet in elevation driving up to the mountains from sea level. Check Engine Light came on and after getting off highway and letting it sit for a b… --- ## [Volvo XC70 loses electrical service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-loses-electrical-service/80395)
**Author:** [@beantowndux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beantowndux)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-loses-electrical-service/80395 "2013-07-25T00:52:48Z")
I have a 2004 Volvo XC70 with 142K miles. A few weeks ago while driving the car, it seemed to lurch/slip out of gear and then I lost the AC, odometer, speedometer, power windows, turn indicators, etc. My mechanic said co… --- ## [Dash Board Display/Radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-board-display-radio/78600)
**Author:** [@baltojulia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baltojulia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2013, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-board-display-radio/78600 "2013-04-10T19:27:07Z")
Hello, I got in my 2002 Volvo XC70 and nothing on the dashboard was illuminated and the dials (for gas and temp) were at 0 (or on the far left). I stopped the car and started it again and everything was illuminated for … --- ## [Thumping under driver's side floorboard of my 2006 Volvo XC70](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-under-drivers-side-floorboard-of-my-2006-volvo-xc70/77508)
**Author:** [@Lorimar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lorimar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2013, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-under-drivers-side-floorboard-of-my-2006-volvo-xc70/77508 "2013-02-20T23:23:57Z")
I feel a new thumping on my left foot as it rests on the floor of on the driver's side. It seems to happen mostly when I'm turning the steering wheel, particularly right, and is most prevalent when the car is cold and g… --- ## [Contemplating next tow vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contemplating-next-tow-vehicle/77346)
**Author:** [@alphacat63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alphacat63)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 10:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contemplating-next-tow-vehicle/77346 "2013-02-17T10:16:57Z")
I am contemplating- ok, obsessing over- my next tow vehicle. I have a small travel trailer - dry weight is 2500#, hitch wt is 280#. I currently tow it with a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser. I like this vehicle, but I'm kind of "… --- ## [2005 Volvo XC70-keep or sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volvo-xc70-keep-or-sell/76544)
**Author:** [@jaysr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaysr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2013, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volvo-xc70-keep-or-sell/76544 "2013-01-06T04:15:37Z")
Hi all, Let me first explain what is going on with this car. It has around 115k miles and the check engine light came on last week. There is now oil in the coolant. 2-3 years ago, this XC70 had a slow coolant leak. … --- ## [Volvo brake calipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-brake-calipers/76404)
**Author:** [@CC1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CC1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2012, 9:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-brake-calipers/76404 "2012-12-30T09:37:50Z")
I have a '99 Volvo XC V70 with turbo. The right rear and right front calipers are sticking any suggestions? --- ## [2000 Volvo XC70 will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-xc70-will-not-start/75470)
**Author:** [@trcarnut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trcarnut)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2012, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-xc70-will-not-start/75470 "2012-11-12T01:46:00Z")
It was a gift from my mother in-law and it's been a bit of a problem. When I got it the transmission was dead so I swapped it with one from a salvage car and it ran great. That was about 3000 miles ago and now I'm havi… --- ## [Tire pressure sensor vs. key fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-sensor-vs-key-fob/75227)
**Author:** [@PlaneMech](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PlaneMech)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-sensor-vs-key-fob/75227 "2012-10-29T22:25:23Z")
08 Volvo XC70 has the remote tire pressure monitoring system, recently with the change of season the cold air tripped the system because naturally the pressure was down. In the process of getting air the key fob would no… --- ## [2004 Volvo XC70 Whistling Noise in Heavy Rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-xc70-whistling-noise-in-heavy-rain/74155)
**Author:** [@Roux\_b\_Doux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roux_b_Doux)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2012, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-xc70-whistling-noise-in-heavy-rain/74155 "2012-08-19T02:04:01Z")
My XC70 makes a weird whistling type noise in heavy rains that last a long time. It doesn't do it in light rains, or rains that are heavier but don't flood roads or collect water on the shoulder or slow lanes, only the … [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/xc70/3740.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=xc70)