2005 Volvo V70 Volvo V70 2005

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2005 Volvo V70 repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

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2005 Volvo V70 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (86%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

110980 mi

C $400
Replaced RH e-brake cable that had seized due to a hole worn thru the outer casing allowing water to enter. 
115320 mi

C $225
Replaced scored rotors and glazed pads 
65720 mi In addition the ABS module threw codes every other drive (a well known Volvo issue) - on an R, this is a CDN$1700 part. Did not repair. 

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2005 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

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

122500 mi

US $450
ABS failed two years ago. Dealer estimate to fix was $2600 to replace ABS pump. Local repair shop tested ABS to determine pump failure was due to motor. Had motor rebuilt and replaced for $500. Discount of 10% to display bumper sticker. 
167000 mi

US $300
rebuild rear calipers. Rusted, minnesota salt. 

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2005 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD

127100 mi

€200
Hand brake. 

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2005 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

173500 mi

US $120
Parking brake cable on one side was failing (plastic cover broke and interior cable housing was rusting). I replace both cables, even though only one had gone bad. 

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2005 Volvo V70 Brake Problems

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