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Service Light (1998 S70 T5 AT) S70 1998

posted by  ddpphx on  Sun Nov 12 06:06 CST 2006
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Hi Folks,

My service engine light is always on when I first start the car, but it always goes away within one mile of driving.

When I bought the car from my Volvo mechanic, the ABS module was failing and he replaced it. When I push the TRACS button, the TRACS OFF light displays only for as long as I hold the button down, and it does not stay lit after I let go. My question is, is it possible that my mechanic rigged the communication to the dash to simply not display idiot lights to get me off his back?

Thanks!!








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    Service Light (1998 S70 T5 AT) S70 1998

    posted by  MadeInJapan on  Sun Nov 12 09:54 CST 2006
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    I agree with the other two posters that your TRACS switch is broken. In regards to the service light, this is the way it functions. It goes off within 2 minutes or 1 mile (I believe). Anyway, you can ignore it or if you feel you need to reset it, DRAPER reset tool (I found one on eBay for about $65 shipping included) will do it. Good luck!
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    1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic (125K), 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red (45K), Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon (Sold at 140K and miss her). My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.








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    Service Light (1998 S70 T5 AT) S70 1998

    posted by  KlausC on  Sun Nov 12 08:21 CST 2006
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    You need an $150 electronic "tool" to reset the service light, or go to a dealer.
    I agree with rule308, it sounds like a failed switch. It is probably not staying depressed when it should.

    Klaus
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    1975 164E running? 1995 854T sweet 1998 V70 R work horse








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    Service Light (1998 S70 T5 AT) S70 1998

    posted by  Rule 308 on  Sun Nov 12 06:44 CST 2006
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    For your service light look in the FAQs there is probably something there. On your TRACS light it could just as easily be a case of the switch is not working properly. If you have any questions about the repair maybe you should ask your mechanic.

    Mark







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