Hi, The only thing to be aware of in an oil change is the filter. I have a 2.4, 140 W(2000) V70 and use the paper type filter. This means you have to get the old one off, empty it, clean it out and insert the replacement filter and put back. You have the square root of nothing to grab the filter housing to unscrew the thing. Use vasaline, not on the filter, on your knuckles after you have got the thing off !!!!
I recently have had replaced on my car both front shocks, front brake pads. Including labour, £300.
V70 driver
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Originally Posted by cq20
On reflection, I think I'll have a go at the next service myself. Having managed to keep a Hillman Imp on the road during my youth, I think that the V70 shouldn't be too difficult. The £200+vat labour for an oil change and new spark plugs means that I can invest in a a set of ramps and still be quids in.
Is there anything I should watch out for (it is a base 2.4 140 bhp 1999 V70, no ETM, thank heavens) or is it just a case of finding the sump plug and filter and getting on with it?
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