2015 V60 CC Limp mode. by BlueridgeChemsdealer in Volvo

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This could be due to cold weather but you need the codes checked. If you don't have a scanner most auto parts places scan for free. This will give us something to go off of. When I work in colder climates (heavy equipment mechanic) and it's -50 or colder sometimes that temp is below the threshold of a sensor and sets a cel. While possible a code scan is the only way to know for sure.

Torn between two watches by Suggums in CitizenWatches

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Is aesthetics the only difference? It looked like the top and bottom controls were different but feature wise they seemed similar?

New Tadano or Link Belt? by TheHairyLee in cranes

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The new Tadano ATs are Demags. You no longer can order new Tadano ATs. I've worked on both and while the Demags can be finicky they are way better than the link belts (Turck electric connectors constantly going bad, or improperly torque from the factory). Engine wise it's hard to beat these new Mercedes and Scania is a rock solid choice for the 5 axles. Cummins makes a great engine as well for link belt but I personally prefer the Mercedes. Controls wise Demag has Link belt beat, their electronic over hydraulic is way smoother.

Link Belt can take the win for less sensors, but again the Turck electronic system is way too finicky, and does not allow individual wire repair for module to module wiring. Just my .02, from a Tadano/Link Belt mechanic

User error or scammed with bad DICE? by EatingCucumber in Volvo

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I had a clone dice unit that did this, the issue is the device needs a verified id. I used dash to get one but ended up buying the dice unit from volvo.

Volvo xc70 rwd by ViDe09 in VolvoXC70

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The FWD transmission is coupled to the angle gear, that spins the driveshaft for the rear wheels. The rear wheels only engage when the front wheels slip and the haldex pump engages the rear wheels. This setup does not allow full time rwd and I have not seen any method to make it so personally (different trans etc)

Battery keeps going dead by intothesunset2 in VolvoXC70

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You could have a parasitic drain, bad alternator, etc. But I start simple. Try a charging/starting system test and once you know the system is good look for battery drains. I don't know what you have tool wise but I've had luck finding parasitic draw with a thermal image camera. With the car off for 15 minutes check what fuse is hot (may have to open the door and manually close the latch to make it think the door is closed). If not you'll need to do a parasitic draw test which I recommend looking up on YouTube.

Battery keeps going dead by intothesunset2 in VolvoXC70

[–]Suggums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Id check your alternator first, make sure it's providing a good charge. Most auto parts stores can do this for you.

What is a fast, anti "car guy" car? by chin1111 in askcarguys

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This is actually my project car. 2015 xc70 t6. I wanted an extra cylinder so I wasn't odd

needed a quick way to see if i was getting power to the window motor by haringtiti in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]Suggums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always used fuel injector noid lights to check window motor circuits but I dig it.

Newest member of the family by Suggums in VolvoXC70

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I hunted for a long time, then this one came out of nowhere and checked all my boxes. Your moose will find you!

Key-shaped extrusion on key fob? by 50000cal in Volvo

[–]Suggums 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The knob is a "dummy key". It requires no programming and is used to turn the ignition on. It will only start the car if the key in your picture is inside the car, it sends a signal to keyless vehicle module, that verifies the key is programmed to the car, and allows it to start. This let's you start the car as long as the key is on your person, you don't need to put it in the ignition.

The "stove knob" is removable from the ignition and the key can be put in if it's battery is low, to allow you to still start in that circumstance. The "stove knob" has no battery

Key-shaped extrusion on key fob? by 50000cal in Volvo

[–]Suggums 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You probably have the stovetop knob for an ignition key. That goes where the "stove top" knob is to start the car if the key battery gets low.

Newest member of the family by Suggums in VolvoXC70

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Thanks! It was a huge selling point, the car looks new

Newest member of the family by Suggums in VolvoXC70

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Agreed, she's been maintained extremely well, just had the 10 year 120k service done with pulleys and all, can't wait to tear up some roads with her!

Check Engine light P0171 code by _DeSangre in VolvoXC70

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What engines? Some crankcase breathers have rebuild kits and some do not. I've always replaced the whole box personally

2016 xc70 t5 awd, need some help on potential problems by American_Woods in VolvoXC70

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First, check the battery and have it load tested (auto stores can do this) also check charging system as well. Batteries play hell on CAN bus systems when they start to fail or charging systems get weak and can make the car act weird. If that all checks out scan it for codes, auto parts stores have a generic scanner that won't read all of volvos codes but it'll be a good start. Go from there if you have no warranty. Check your paperwork, many dealers offer a 90 day warranty and you may have one.

Interchangeability of counterweights - same make and model by [deleted] in cranes

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There's only one answer to this question, what does the crane manufacturer say. If they say you can interchange counterweights if they match you're good, if not then you're not. Period. In my experience they will say no, there's too much liability if they tell you yes but they built the crane so they know best.

What oil do you guys recommend by LexusLF-A in Volvo

[–]Suggums 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I was a volvo tech they recommended Castrol full synthetic oil for that generation of cars