Different terrain, temperatures, and road conditions affect vehicles differently. Here are some common problems found in high mileage Volvo vehicles. Like all cars, as Volvos get older and start to clock a lot of miles on the odometer, some common problems can start...
The automatic start and stop systems will be part of the way car makers are meeting the tighter emission standards for the foreseeable future. Whether you like the Start/Stop feature or not, you should get to know these systems because the automatic start and stop...
There is not a lot of aftermarket information out there yet about the procedure of replacing this timing belt. With VIDA, you can get complete, step-by-step instructions. Independent shops that work on Volvos are working on more and more newer Volvos that are equipped...
In this article, we will go over the Volvo Rear End Auxiliary Drive (READ) assembly, how it works and how to maintain it. The READ assemblies on these six-cylinder engines are unique to Volvo. We go through inspecting the READ assembly, and how to deal with a...
We'll cover the suspension systems through the years, how they have changed, what problems occur and how to remedy those problems. Like all vehicles nowadays, the suspension has changed through the years and Volvo is no different. In this article, we will go over the...
Volvo adopted the use of an electronic parking brake system on the 2007 S80 V8 and subsequently on the V70, XC70, and S80 T6 models. All Volvos 2015 and newer in the North American market are equipped with electronic parking brakes. EPB Caliper Switch Volvo is, of...
The purpose of this article is to educate you about problems and repair procedures on early Volvo C70 (1998-2004) windows and doors, which can be more challenging and complex than most other Volvo models.
