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Fairly common problem - kids pulling impatiently on the door handle while you press the unlock button on the keyfob - been there, done that...
It's not terribly difficult to replace the lock mechanism yourself. Here's a writeup:
http://www.volvospeed.com/Repair/v70latch1.php
This writeup also describes a fix for the old lock - the problem is usually a little red plastic tab that breaks off - but I wouldn't bother with this - looks a bit unreliable. You can get the lock mechanism new for less than $100 if you shop around. I got one from this Volvo dealer selling them through eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7976676017&category=33642&sspagename=WDVW
IMO, $200 per door quoted by dealer is reasonable *if* that includes the labor to install them. Sucks, but it's the price you pay for conveniences like central locking.
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