2003 Volvo V70 Volvo V70 2003

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2003 Volvo V70 repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (28%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 67 repairs.
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2003 Volvo V70 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Volvo V70

Engine not specified

67000 mi

US $1350
Mentioned clunk in front end, was told it was a minor motor mount issue and no need to replace at this time. 

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2003 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

99000 mi

US $140
replace upper and lower transmission torque bushings. 

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2003 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

132300 mi

US $250
Heater core leak 
Timing belt came off and damaged engine cylinders 

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2003 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD

62620 mi

C $400
DEAD SPOT ON STARTER MOTOR ; CAR WOULD NOT START. HAD TO BE TOWED , AND NEW STARTER (REBUILT) WAS INSTALLED. 
63860 mi

C $200
mechanic remove muffler shield rattling Mechanic cracked flex pipe in the process of removing shield. Volvo dealer denies anywrong doing. They want 2400.00 to replace flex pipe & catalyst. Ordered aftermarket flex&catalist on line . 
63860 mi

C $1000
order parts from U.s. on line & had it installed by a shop specialising in imports 

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2003 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

86800 mi

C $350
Flat Tire, broken wipers, muffler hanger broken, and bad steering noise & vibration. Fresh tire, wipers, welding, and lubrication was all that was required. 
71000 mi

US $300
excessive vibration in front - replaced engine mount. 
118000 mi

US $600
Replaced catalytic converter 
125000 mi

US $1800
PCV box Replaced five motor mounts 
163000 mi For years had noticed a lack of power. Mechanic could never fix. Mentioned to buyer, and was told that a small inexpensive valve would make it run like new! We were disappointed. I really miss that car! 
49000 mi

£3000
Failure of AWD. Main $tealer changed "numerous" parts before solving problem. After much research and talking to other owners/dealers; suggest owners check DEM module and/or temp sensor first before paying out like I did! Volvo not interested warranty ou 
192000 mi

£150
Cambelt tensioner and idler pulley bearings worn. Simple and straightforward repair. Reasonable to expect this after nearly 200,000 miles. 

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2003 Volvo V70 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD

137000 mi

US $350
Took car to dealer after a lean condition. I replaced all vacuum lines, fuel filter and gas cap. Dealer tested car and replaced airbox to turbo intake hose / improper diagnoses ($350). Dealer then states exhaust leak and/or MAFS. I did MAFS, solved. 

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2003 Volvo V70 Engine Problems

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