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#532 of 905 Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [jr01741] by ziek

Apr 12, 2010 (7:32 pm)

Replying to: jr01741 (Apr 12, 2010 6:21 pm)
Hi jr01741,
In answer to your question...YES! I could not go into reverse at all. It would not move...just like the parking break was on. After several attempts and needing to get out, I just put in into reverse and floored it until it moved back. It did so after buckling underneath...believe me it did not sound healthy. I took it to the dealer and this was just after an oil change and inspection, and told them about the problem. They checked it out on the lift and said they didn't see anything, but that maybe it was rust in the parking break or a rock which freed itself. Who knows? I'be been driving it now for 2 days and it seems ok...so good luck! Try it!

#533 of 905 Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [ziek] by jr01741

Apr 12, 2010 (7:54 pm)

Replying to: ziek (Apr 12, 2010 7:32 pm)
Hi Ziek,
That sounds very scary; but thanks for the tip. Make me feel a lot better. I will call an experienced volvo mechanic in town and try your method tomorrow. Keep me posted please.

#534 of 905 Another Cdn Volvo bites the dust by wasagabeach

Apr 13, 2010 (5:00 pm)

Replying to: ptz1 (Apr 12, 2010 6:06 pm)
Mine went at 126k, xc90t6, 2004. I had wonderful service at a shop in Collingwood, Ontario called: Baywash Auto. They completely replaced and improved on the transmission with better parts etc. for $1800.00. Runs like new now and 20% cooler than before. NA Volvo is shafting customers in this year of volvo and other years with transmissions from GM used in little wee light Sunbirds. They're a terrible replacement tranny in comparision with what Sweden originally offered. There's no way they can handle the weight and torque of an SUV of this size. No brainer but the $ dictates what's "reasonable" for these big auto players. Good luck!

#535 of 905 03 xc90 by barberfamily

Apr 13, 2010 (6:46 pm)

We just got rid of our xc90 not too long ago. transmission was replaced at 32 thousand miles and was already acting up again at 50 thousand miles. We took a bath on it and got 3 thousand less than we owed even though it was in mint condition. it was t6 model. watch out for your next transmission failure. I understand the stress some of you have gone through and just know hang in there and stay on there backs to cover this transmission.

#536 of 905 Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [ziek] by jr01741

Apr 13, 2010 (7:32 pm)

Replying to: ziek (Apr 12, 2010 7:32 pm)
Hi Ziek,
After talking to two mechanics, I decided to follow your suggestion. It worked!! Somewhat noisy and a little resistance; but it rolled out without any apparent damage. Thanks for an excellent suggestion. I will take the car to a mechanic shortly to check it up.

#537 of 905 Re: 2006 XC90 Transmission [dunning] by jbs05

Apr 14, 2010 (1:55 pm)

Replying to: dunning (Mar 29, 2010 9:28 pm)
Hey dunning -
 
Yes we had the meeting and am waiting to hear. Got the same crud from the rep about this being the way it "should" run. They had me test drive two other cars on the lot to prove that it does happen on other vehicles. If this is normal, I would think it would happen on ALL vehicles, not just the two they found. They are suposed to get back to me after talking with the engineers. It hangs in 4th at 1500rpms from 35 to 45 mphs. This is what they call lock-up, a gas-saving feature...yeah right.
 
Anyways, I as still fighting it since I do a lot of in-town driving at 35-45 mph and it drives me crazy.

#538 of 905 XC90 Transmission Failure by hhay26

May 03, 2010 (9:29 am)

I am Heather Hayslett and I have a 2004 Volvo XC90. I love my SUV and am considering purchasing a newer model. I was driving my SUV 2 days ago and the vehicle seemed to get stuck in 3rd gear and would not accelerate. It eventually caught gear and was followed by a dashboard message of "Transmission Service Urgent". I drove and parked the SUV at my mother’s home immediately. The next morning I cranked the vehicle up, the service light was gone and I drove the car home with no issues. A few hours later, I drove the SUV to run an errand and the vehicle began to respond in the same manner as it did before and the service message returned. I decided to try and make it back to my mother’s home, which was nearby and park it. While stopped at an intersection the car would not move. I pressed the gas repeatedly and car would not accelerate. I put my hazard lights on and cut the vehicle off. Once I restarted, it moved into 1st gear but would not shift any further. After a series of cutting the engine off and on repeatedly, I was able to make it to my destination, which was about 2 miles away. I noticed on your site that other complaintents, from the U.S., Australia, and Canada received repair and service at no cost to them after contacting their local Volvo dealership as well as the Volvo customer care line. I have proceeded with my complaint in the same manner. I contacted my local dealership and i;m waiting for a response. I

#539 of 905 XC-90 Transmission bites the dust by bobvo

May 07, 2010 (12:51 pm)

I have a 2005 XC-90 with 118,0000 miles. The idiot lights went on and said get immediately for service. Had it flatbedded to dealership. Service man said the code indicated transmision problem. He said needed to spend $4500 for complete installation of transmission. You know this car has had clangin and hesitation for a year. You tell the service people this and they of course can't find a problem until its now to late. Why would I want to spend $4500 for a new transmittion. The car is compromised. I can't believe these transmissions are any good. Service man says they will talk to Volvo, maybe they will give me an allowance since we service our car routinely. Yeah right. Anybody got any information for me, Thanks
 
Bob

#540 of 905 Re: XC-90 Transmission bites the dust [bobvo] by joeiwms

May 07, 2010 (1:12 pm)

Replying to: bobvo (May 07, 2010 12:51 pm)
Yes, definitely keep up with talking to Volvo corporate. I have a 2005 xc90 with over 100,000 miles and had the same problem with my car. They paid for all of it but $1000. I was grateful because I was quoted $6500. So don't give up. I'm sure they will help out.

#541 of 905 Re: XC90 T6 Trans Prob [sadaboutxc90] by brucem01

May 09, 2010 (1:51 am)

Replying to: sadaboutxc90 (Mar 26, 2010 6:13 pm)
Hay sadabout, I just bought a 2004 xc90 t6 from Lithia in medford. All the post have now left me scared. It has 65000 miles and runs beautifully at this time (5 hrs into it)
Do you think I need to return this thing now (as in its a ticking time bomb) or do you think its worth keeping. I did by an extended warranty with the purchase.
Any input would be grateful

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