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Considering purchase of AWD V70-XC70 1999

posted by  someone claiming to be Josiah on  Mon Aug 16 02:22 CST 2010 [RELATED]

Things seem to be leading towards this purchase. You guys have been a great resource! I almost want to buy a Volvo just so I can hang around here learning more. :-)

I pulled the CarFax report and it seems the ETM module was checked early on and then reprogrammed at 101k miles. The transmission fluid is a vibrant pink against that yellow dipstick, and it sure is buried. I have record of it having been changed at 70K. I had to remove the air intake duct to get it out. Thanks KlausC for the location tip!

One thing I haven't found any records on yet are the timing belt and tensioner. Is this something I can visually check the life on or should just replace if unknown? What's the expense associate with that?

Concerning keys, I see that in 99 they setup things to require programmed keys. Can this be disabled to avoid the expense of purchasing programmed keys (and would that disable key fobs)? Alternately, is there a known way for someone with technical aptitude to program them himself. I assume the car itself would do the programming while the key is in the ignition slot, given the proper procedure. Maybe I assume to much though.

Thanks Again!






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