Where are the ETMs

wg53 · Oct 29th, 2008, 08:46

Hi,
I have had my order in for a new ETM (softwware and clean did not work) for about 4 wks now. The del forecast has been put back to 1st week in Nov, but the dealer said that it may be delayed again. Does anybody know why there is a supply problem and is it possible to swop an ETM from a scrapper/newer V70 as a cheaper and quicker option.

if that is not enough the door locks have started to play up!

2000 X V70 2.4 auto

Regards
Richard

Nunchukhamster · Oct 29th, 2008, 08:48

The ETM you need comes from Magnetti Marelli, who I believe have ceased trading. So, the delay is probably caused by Volvo trying to find some.

wg53 · Oct 29th, 2008, 10:56

Thanks for the info - Any ideas on using a unit from a scrapper?

Rich

Clan · Oct 29th, 2008, 19:12

no as they require sofware unique to your car and a scrapped one may well fail as well .

Nunchukhamster · Oct 29th, 2008, 19:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clan

no as they require sofware unique to your car and a scrapped one may well fail as well .

Is that true with all of them? What about the ME7 C70's, we have MUCH less interference from the CEM....

Clan · Oct 29th, 2008, 19:23

All the Magnetti Marelli Electronic throttle bodies from 1999 - 2002 model years are linked to the particular car / ECU with unique software . someone on here has said he fitted a used one and it worked . But if that is true the problem comes next time the car is connected to the computer and software ordered , there will be a mismatch error due to the foreign module on the network . This could render the car "dead" and require very expensive repairs ..

wg53 · Nov 8th, 2008, 08:51

latest delivery forecast is now 1 st week in Dec for myETM - that will be 8 weeks waiting so far for an etm. The dealer mentioned that there are people ahead of me on the waiting list since July. Should I complain to Volvo on how long they are taking to get new ETMs?

Richard

Clan · Nov 8th, 2008, 09:11

Since Magnetti Marelli have closed down it is a wonder they can get any at all .
I have always wondered why they never did an exchange scheme with these units they just need better quality potentiometers on each end of the shaft . The mechanical internals are very well made otherwise .
Another option ...make a conversion kit to suit the later BOSCH unit ..

wg53 · Nov 20th, 2008, 20:41

well after an email to volvo, one etm arrived in stock, so after £240 ish I have just had the thing changed - but I still have the revs going up and down a few times while waiting at the lights. Should I be worried?

Also anybody know about central locking from the key fob not working any more (and the yellow button on the key fob) - I dont think it is the key fob batteries as both have gone at the same time, should i change them anyway?

Rregards rich

NonContactTPS4ETM · Jan 29th, 2009, 22:01

As most of you know I have been fighting this problem for about 4 years and believe my efforts helped obtain the 10-year, 200,000-mile warranty in North America. See http:VEXEDvolvo.org. I have received e-mail from over 40 countries and the web site has been hit 65,000 times.

Last week I installed an ETM rebuilt by XeMODeX.com on my son's 2000 V70 XC.
It took about an hour for the independent mechanic, who had done a couple of salvage ETM before, to install the new one. The car started instantly and ran smoother than before though it had not shown any symptoms. 0-60 times were so close that you would think I used a calibrated pencil.

The last I heard was that they would have them available in UK in January.
Don Willson
VEXEDvolvo@comcast.net

Oct 29th, 2008, 08:46	#1
wg53 Member Last Online: Oct 13th, 2023 17:44 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: maesteg	Where are the ETMs Hi, I have had my order in for a new ETM (softwware and clean did not work) for about 4 wks now. The del forecast has been put back to 1st week in Nov, but the dealer said that it may be delayed again. Does anybody know why there is a supply problem and is it possible to swop an ETM from a scrapper/newer V70 as a cheaper and quicker option. if that is not enough the door locks have started to play up! 2000 X V70 2.4 auto Regards Richard

Oct 29th, 2008, 08:48	#2
Nunchukhamster Gone. Last Online: Aug 4th, 2009 09:14 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Zarg	The ETM you need comes from Magnetti Marelli, who I believe have ceased trading. So, the delay is probably caused by Volvo trying to find some. __________________ Bored of the idiots, the "victims" and the spammers who have taken over this forum.

Oct 29th, 2008, 19:12	#4
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 11:07 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	no as they require sofware unique to your car and a scrapped one may well fail as well . __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Oct 29th, 2008, 19:23	#6
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 11:07 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	All the Magnetti Marelli Electronic throttle bodies from 1999 - 2002 model years are linked to the particular car / ECU with unique software . someone on here has said he fitted a used one and it worked . But if that is true the problem comes next time the car is connected to the computer and software ordered , there will be a mismatch error due to the foreign module on the network . This could render the car "dead" and require very expensive repairs .. __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Nov 8th, 2008, 09:11	#8
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 11:07 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	Since Magnetti Marelli have closed down it is a wonder they can get any at all . I have always wondered why they never did an exchange scheme with these units they just need better quality potentiometers on each end of the shaft . The mechanical internals are very well made otherwise . Another option ...make a conversion kit to suit the later BOSCH unit .. __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Oct 29th, 2008, 10:56	#3
wg53 Member Last Online: Oct 13th, 2023 17:44 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: maesteg	Thanks for the info - Any ideas on using a unit from a scrapper? Rich

Nov 8th, 2008, 08:51	#7
wg53 Member Last Online: Oct 13th, 2023 17:44 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: maesteg	latest delivery forecast is now 1 st week in Dec for myETM - that will be 8 weeks waiting so far for an etm. The dealer mentioned that there are people ahead of me on the waiting list since July. Should I complain to Volvo on how long they are taking to get new ETMs? Richard

Nov 20th, 2008, 20:41	#9
wg53 Member Last Online: Oct 13th, 2023 17:44 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: maesteg	well after an email to volvo, one etm arrived in stock, so after £240 ish I have just had the thing changed - but I still have the revs going up and down a few times while waiting at the lights. Should I be worried? Also anybody know about central locking from the key fob not working any more (and the yellow button on the key fob) - I dont think it is the key fob batteries as both have gone at the same time, should i change them anyway? Rregards rich

Jan 29th, 2009, 22:01	#10
NonContactTPS4ETM New Member Last Online: Jan 29th, 2009 22:05 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fort Collins, CO	Non-contacting ETM rebuild available. As most of you know I have been fighting this problem for about 4 years and believe my efforts helped obtain the 10-year, 200,000-mile warranty in North America. See http:VEXEDvolvo.org. I have received e-mail from over 40 countries and the web site has been hit 65,000 times. Last week I installed an ETM rebuilt by XeMODeX.com on my son's 2000 V70 XC. It took about an hour for the independent mechanic, who had done a couple of salvage ETM before, to install the new one. The car started instantly and ran smoother than before though it had not shown any symptoms. 0-60 times were so close that you would think I used a calibrated pencil. The last I heard was that they would have them available in UK in January. Don Willson VEXEDvolvo@comcast.net

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