Volvo x70 - do u need diagnostic equipment to service it?

For servicing a volvo s70 car , is connecting it up to special diagnostic equipment part of the official service checklist jobs? Or is this only done when there is problems?

Am just wondering if a basic nuts and bolts mecahnic can service them who doesnt have all these electronic gadgets to test things?

Would an independant volvo specialist be the best place to get serviced or can anywheree do it?

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Alan
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Unless the car has the MIL lit, and no running problems then there is no electronics problem, and no kit needed.

Servicing would be best carried out by a Volvo Specialist, however, any reputable local garage would be capable for routine servicing (i.e. oils, filters, brake pads etc).

Call in the specialist if you have other work required, wheel bearings, suspension components, timing belt etc..

Unless you have bought an abused one, they are generally paragons of reliability.

Tim..

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Tim..

"Tim.." wrote in news: snipped-for-privacy@bt.com:

Of course, a special tool is required to reset the service light on early models, like mine. Newer ones can be reset by the usual 'hold trip meter button in whilst turning ignition on' technique. Personally, I choose to service the car myslef and ignore the light, as it goes out 2 mins after startup anyway.

Nothing special or mysterious about 'em. If you can DIY service other cars made in the last 10-15 years, you can do the 70 :-)

AFAIK, the bearings are pretty straightforward 'cos they come as a complete new hub, don't they? Only difficulty is the silly socket required to get the bolts out. Cambelt access is unusually good for a transverse 5 pot.

MAF sensor ;-)

Joking aside, I'm pretty pleased with mine. It's generally been very reliable and is remarkably well preserved given it's age and mileage. No interior rattles, paintwork has stood the test of time and the engine's economy and performance are like new. The more fond I grow of it, the more tempted I become to get that pesky clutch replaced, which 'spoils the party'.

Stu

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Stu

Have I got this wrong? I was under the impression the service light always came on for the first 2 mins, as a kind of test thing? I preumed when due a service it would stay lit all the time?

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Alan

Yes you have.

2 mins on whilst engine running is service reminder.

On ONLY with key on, then off with engine start is bulb check.

Tim..

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Tim..

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