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Q. TRACS & Check Engine light...
A. Need to look at codes in computer. Could be anything from cheap fix to "you really don't want to ask the price".
Q. Does the Check Engine light problem go away once the TSB is done and your gas cap is tightened?
A. If you're extremely lucky and you've lived a good life and say your prayers at night. For the rest of us, the answer is "probably not".
Q. I heard there are issues with the AWD and having different tread depths. Any comments?
A. Yes. Search out "Bevel Gear" in the brickboard archives if they're working.
Q. Any problem with the AWD breaking or needing more attention than FWD?
A. Yes.
Q. Why does Consumer Reports rate the FWD models as a good buy and the AWD models as a risk?
A. I am unaware that CR currently recommends ANY Volvos as used cars. They recommend only the SV40 new. But don't feel bad, they don't recommend any Audis, either.
Q. Is buying a 99 a better bet?
A. I'd avoid any AWD V70 up to and including the 2002s.
-Punxsutawney Phil
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