2006 Volvo S40 Volvo S40 2006

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2006 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Volvo S40 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

100000 mi

US $100
driveshaft bent, this had been replaced by previous repair with an cheap replacement part and not a volvo part. 
33480 mi

$5000
Transmission 

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2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

146000 mi

£600
dual mass flywheel out of balance replaced clutch and dual mass repair successful 

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2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD

43000 mi

US $250
Clutch return spring snapped. Replaced by self after learning that dealership charges approx. $250. 
95000 mi

US $500
Shifter cables needed to be replaced. The coupling broke while shifting from first to second gear. 
119500 mi

US $1074
CV boots were torn on both sides - replaced all four. 

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2006 Volvo S40 Transmission Problems

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