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Capndirk
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12-03-2019, 02:26 PMCapndirk replied to a thread running into problem with ECU swap between 2 2000 v70s in OBD, CANBUS & Engine ManagementHave you tried holding the key from the donor near the ignition switch while using the other key? A simple try, and you may get lucky, but two...1 replies | 70 view(s) -
12-01-2019, 02:02 PMYou don't need to buy it, it can be downloaded free. Your Win7 laptop should be OK, but it helps if the Win7 version is the 64bit Pro. It may be...3 replies | 307 view(s)
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12-01-2019, 01:44 PMPictures? Part number? If it's anything like the "freeze" plugs on the older engines, it's set with a little sealant and two hammers. I had a quick...6 replies | 141 view(s)
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12-01-2019, 01:29 PMA good place to start is the upper torque rod. I looked at mine several times, and could see nothing wrong. That was because the failed end is under...27 replies | 559 view(s)
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11-28-2019, 03:03 PMSounds like the symptom that I,ggleavitt (post #7), and the OP of this thread had. Rear lower control arm bushing on the opposite side of the "veer',...29 replies | 341 view(s)
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11-26-2019, 03:22 PMVIDA has the repair procedures and parts catalogs in the software. It can be downloaded for free and installed on either a native Win7 64bit Pro...27 replies | 559 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 03:53 PMCapndirk replied to a thread Probably pulling the trigger on low mile 97 855NA. Issues? in 850 (1993-1997)Two things come to mind: 1: Open the oil filler, shine a light in there and have a sniff. 2: Get a CarFax. My neighbor bought a...6 replies | 160 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 03:41 PMI understand that the recommended product has been used successfully, but it may not be available everywhere, so be sure whatever you spray in there...11 replies | 375 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 03:16 PMThe fuel filter on my car hadn't been changed, so I did it for PM at 90k. I was surprised at the instructions in VIDA, which I checked for grins. It...18 replies | 416 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 02:51 PM+1, except mine is the 3.2, but pulling the stick gets the oil on the bottom of the stick on the inside of the tube on it's way out, making the next...53 replies | 8684 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 02:35 PMThe XC90 should be nicely quiet and vibration free. Mine, at 90,000 had a compressed upper torque mount, and a failed aft hydraulic engine mount. The...27 replies | 559 view(s)
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11-25-2019, 02:14 PMWhat are you scanning with? I removed or disabled most of my original sound system and installed aftermarket. When I run VIDA, it tells me every...3 replies | 140 view(s)
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11-23-2019, 01:16 PMWelcome to the forum and Congratulations!That's a nice XC90! There are a lot of good tips in the Sticky's that are worth reading. If you do your own...11 replies | 246 view(s)
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11-22-2019, 01:39 PMCapndirk replied to a thread Rear doors gather way too much snow/dirt, design flaw? in XC60 (SPA: 2018- )A little late to the party, here, but looking at the original pictures in post #1, my first thought is that there's no aerodynamic cause for the...195 replies | 21960 view(s)
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11-17-2019, 01:57 PMCapndirk replied to a thread Anyone extracted a broken exhaust manifold stud? in R Forum (2004-2007)The steel ones are fine. Most "Brass" ones are oftentimes just coated steel, anyway. Invest in good eye and lung protection, instead.141 replies | 3585 view(s)
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11-17-2019, 12:48 PMCapndirk replied to a thread Anyone extracted a broken exhaust manifold stud? in R Forum (2004-2007)I've done a lot of valve jobs in my pro days, and I can tell you that the Harbor Freight bench grinder (with wire wheel) will be the way to go. Back...141 replies | 3585 view(s)
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11-17-2019, 12:33 PMThat is precisely the intent of the design, satisfying NTSB Head Impact Criteria (HIC) requirements. Surprisingly, perhaps, a belted in occupant may...11 replies | 280 view(s)
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11-13-2019, 12:31 PMDunno about the 2012 S60 specifically versus the 2013, but the fairly new battery on my wife's S60 failed. When researching replacement, I found that...5 replies | 194 view(s)
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11-12-2019, 12:40 PMGood thinking!14 replies | 268 view(s)
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11-10-2019, 09:08 PMMine came from https://www.prancingmoose.com/VolvoPrancingMoose2.html, and Dave answers orders and emails right away. I asked about getting left and...19 replies | 1016 view(s)
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11-08-2019, 02:39 PMHappy Anniversary!20 replies | 953 view(s)
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11-08-2019, 02:26 PMIn an earlier life, I was a Regional Service Manager for what was then Volvo North America. That means "service rep" in useful terms. One of our...19 replies | 1016 view(s)
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11-07-2019, 02:30 PMIt seems that whatever service history for a car is kept close to the vest by the dealers. When we bought my wife's 2013 S60, we took it to the...11 replies | 212 view(s)
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11-07-2019, 01:40 PMCapndirk replied to a thread Ever Experience a Dead Spot in the Steering When Approaching Full-Lock At Low Speed? in XC90 (2003 - 2014)I replaced all Front Lower Control Arm bushings on my '09, and had that kink in the end of the tight turn where the steering wheel just about turned...34 replies | 723 view(s)
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11-05-2019, 12:29 PMI know this is an old thread, but thought I would throw in some info. The later passenger side axle has a larger diameter axle between the gearbox...34 replies | 2787 view(s)
About Capndirk
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About Capndirk
- Location:
- San Diego, CA.
- Interests:
- Volvos. All Maritime, Woodworking
- Occupation:
- Yacht Captain
- Year/Make/Model Car Owned:
- 2009 XC90 FWD 3.2
- Biography:
- I was a Volvo dealer factory trained mechanic from 1969 to 1983, then became a Volvo North America service rep, then bailed from the car biz in 1987 and pusued my maritime interests.
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2009 XC90 FWD 3.2, 2013 S60 T5
In the past: '89 745, '91 940, '82 242, '67 122S, '67 123GT, '71 142E, '62 PV544.
In the past: '89 745, '91 940, '82 242, '67 122S, '67 123GT, '71 142E, '62 PV544.
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