2014 S60 D5 Lux Nav R-Line G/T

[Kev0607]

Originally Posted by Waqar92

Thanks for the above. I noticed occasionally if I change to D, there is a slight jolt. It doesn’t happen much but has a few times. Any ideas as to why that could be? Could this be to a lack of service/old oil or is this abnormal?

It can be a few things. Usually degraded transmission fluid can cause that. Its probably due a fluid change anyway. It may also need a transmission software update and a reset of the adaptions. You can’t do software updates yourself (only main dealer or a Volvo specialist can do that). As for the adaptions, it also requires VIDA diagnostics. A worn transmission mount can also cause jolting, but it would happen more frequently if that was the case.

Its very important that the correct fluid is used in the transmission. Your car takes AW-1 fluid known as JWS3324. Sadly, its not cheap. Do not use anything else.

[Kev0607]

Originally Posted by Waqar92

Just purchased some now from Arnold Clark Autoparts for about £25. Should arrive in a few days. I’ll pick some bottles of distilled water from my local Wickes.

With regards to the process, I’ve never worked on a car before. I have seen the following video. Don’t have the car to check (in garage), but where would I find the drain pipe for the coolant? Is it in the same place? Also, using tap water to flush should be ok, before filling with antifreeze and distilled water? Additionally, how do I make sure that all air has been removed from the system? Has he explained correctly in the video?

If there is a step-by-step guide for dummies, that would be even better! Don’t want to miss a crucial step or break something (I.e using wrench on drain lever which I believe is plastic).

https://youtu.be/jBOcJAcrGSo

Thanks

Did you watch the video? It shows you where you drain the coolant from? Its a plastic plug under the radiator. Be careful undoing and tightening that plug.

No need to remove the cap like he did to remove trapped air. Its a self bleeding system, so what he did was pointless. It bleeds itself.

Distilled water is best for flushing. Although, I’ve watched videos/read posts and it has been done using ordinary water via a hose pipe.

[Waqar92]

Doing research and trying to figure out the issue. Local mechanic can’t seem to pick it up but sounds common to other people with similar issues (suspension top mounts, top bearing/strut etc).

If I have dealer warranty, I would assume they cover suspension parts? Will call Volvo tomorrow to see how I need to deal with it. But if feel more confident that it’s not related to the power steering fluid now. Just don’t want to be paying for things, only had car for a week.

[Kev0607]

Suspension normally isn't covered by warranty, as suspension items are classed as "wear and tear". Another words, you could drive down the road, hit a pothole and break a spring for example, or bust a shock absorber. The dealer won't be liable for that because its not their fault you hit the pot hole, nor is it their fault the pothole is there. Being honest, its not your fault either that the roads are in such a state, but they won't accept claims for items they class as being susceptible to normal wear and tear. Tyres are another example. You can't make a claim because your tyre is bald. Tyres are another example of "wear and tear" items.

By all means you can ask the dealer, but don't be surprised if they say they don't cover it.

[Waqar92]

Originally Posted by Kev0607

Suspension normally isn't covered by warranty, as suspension items are classed as "wear and tear". Another words, you could drive down the road, hit a pothole and break a spring for example, or bust a shock absorber. The dealer won't be liable for that because its not their fault you hit the pot hole, nor is it their fault the pothole is there. Being honest, its not your fault either that the roads are in such a state, but they won't accept claims for items they class as being susceptible to normal wear and tear. Tyres are another example. You can't make a claim because your tyre is bald. Tyres are another example of "wear and tear" items.

By all means you can ask the dealer, but don't be surprised if they say they don't cover it.

Thats understandable and makes sense. Thanks for explaining.

[Waqar92]

Just stumbled upon this sticker within the engine bay (whilst looking for my air filter).

Is this a sticker to say that the timing belt has been done at this mileage and date? I was going to get it done, but looks like it’s all good?

[Kev0607]

Originally Posted by Waqar92

Just stumbled upon this sticker within the engine bay (whilst looking for my air filter).

Is this a sticker to say that the timing belt has been done at this mileage and date? I was going to get it done, but looks like it’s all good?

Yep. All good.

[Waqar92]

Reading up about the headlight system malfunction, wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. The issue I have is with the headlight in the same side as where my mate suspected an issue with the cv joint (NSF).

I’ve just read that the car can fail based on the headlight levelling not working ands if the dashboard is throwing up the code.

If CV joint or other suspension component is bad on this side of the car, has that somehow caused damage to the wiring to headlights. If so how on earth do I diagnose it as mechanic put on ramp and can’t find issue with suspension?

The garage I purchased the car from has obviously passed this, and clearly they should not have. How am I dealing with this without having to fork out few hundred or more for motor and/or diagnosis? I’ve got a year until MOT before it will likely fail. I’ve read that the headlight drops to lowest setting so it won’t dassle which is my main concern. I have heard that you can also manually adjust from the actual headlight, which is fine but MOT will still pick up the issue with having levelling function which is not in operation, and will fail it?

I took the car to Volvo who quote £180 inc VAT for diagnosis and £180 inc VAT per hour labour. Garage said he would pay for it, but rightfully was advised by Volvo service that I need this in writing to prevent dispute (spoke to a family member who said push comes to shove, have evidence to present at small claims that he offered to pay and also that he’s passed the car MOT with this issue which he shouldn’t have).

P.s I’ve come across workaround for e.g. Ford Focus: adaptivefix.com

[Kev0607]

Originally Posted by Waqar92

Reading up about the headlight system malfunction, wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. The issue I have is with the headlight in the same side as where my mate suspected an issue with the cv joint (NSF).

I’ve just read that the car can fail based on the headlight levelling not working ands if the dashboard is throwing up the code.

If CV joint or other suspension component is bad on this side of the car, has that somehow caused damage to the wiring to headlights. If so how on earth do I diagnose it as mechanic put on ramp and can’t find issue with suspension?

The garage I purchased the car from has obviously passed this, and clearly they should not have. How am I dealing with this without having to fork out few hundred or more for motor and/or diagnosis? I’ve got a year until MOT before it will likely fail. I’ve read that the headlight drops to lowest setting so it won’t dassle which is my main concern. I have heard that you can also manually adjust from the actual headlight, which is fine but MOT will still pick up the issue with having levelling function which is not in operation, and will fail it?

I took the car to Volvo who quote £180 inc VAT for diagnosis and £180 inc VAT per hour labour. Garage said he would pay for it, but rightfully was advised by Volvo service that I need this in writing to prevent dispute (spoke to a family member who said push comes to shove, have evidence to present at small claims that he offered to pay and also that he’s passed the car MOT with this issue which he shouldn’t have).

P.s I’ve come across workaround for e.g. Ford Focus: adaptivefix.com

Its going to need diagnosing to find out what the issue is. There isn’t really a workaround. Volvo dealer or Volvo specialist is your best bet. Specialist will be much cheaper.

How long of a warranty do you have? You could leave it for a while and get it done at a later date if funds are tight. Obviously get it done before it expires.

[Waqar92]

Originally Posted by Kev0607

Its going to need diagnosing to find out what the issue is. There isn’t really a workaround. Volvo dealer or Volvo specialist is your best bet. Specialist will be much cheaper.

How long of a warranty do you have? You could leave it for a while and get it done at a later date if funds are tight. Obviously get it done before it expires.

Dealer warranty is 6 months. So providing total value of claim is below £2k and it is covered, I should be ok.