20 Most Recent 2000 Volvo S80 - Page 3 Questions & Answers

It has a belt. If cracked, replace it immediately! Go to Matthews Volvo Site and look for: 99' S80 T6 Cam Seal Replacement/ Oil Leak Repair,Timing,PCV

Frequent problem with throttle body. I replaced mine, and it runs like new!

I had the same problem with one of my '00 s80's. Replaced module and problem solved...

The thermostat is normally located in the aluminium elbow that the top radiator hose connects to. The elbow is usually held down by two bolts and it is only necessary to remove these to replace the thermostat. It may not be necessary to remove any hoses. Take care that the new thermostat is correctly located in its recess and the old gasketing has been completely removed and that the new gasket has a smear of gasket cement on it. While tightening the bolts, make sure that the elbow is seating evenly and not catching on the edge of the thermostat or you could crack the elbow.

Sounds like a basic problem in electrical system. Check alternator and battery.

You can certainly try to clean them. They're not expensive parts, and you may end up replacing them anyway, but it won't hurt to try cleaning...

The alarm siren has failed. The alarm siren and sunroof module are on the same communication circuit. If you remove the right front wheel fender liner you can unplug the siren module and see if the sunroof begins working normally.

If it does, replace the siren.

There were quite a few of the earlier s80s that had the power wire trapped under the bolts for the survivors and/or dome lamp assy. If you've had anything out interior wise start there first.

This procedure usually works: ·Check the battery cable connections: Make sure the negative cable makes a good ground connection at the battery and (preferably) at the engine. Make sure the positive cable, makes a good connection at the battery and at the starter. ·Check the battery the simple way, like this: Turn on the headlights, then try to start the car.If the headlights do not dim or go out, then the battery is likely ok. ·Check the starter and solenoid: If the wiring looks ok, then look at the starter solenoid for a good connection, and proper voltage at the starter(10 volts minimum while cranking). If the starter spins and no crank, the problem is most likely the Solenoid's pinion gear is stuck. Have someone hit (not too hard) the starter while you try to start the car. This usually works by dislodging a stuck pinion gear. ·Make a simple test of the alternator: If you can, somehow get the engine running, measure the voltage at the battery. It should be at least 13.6 volts to properly charge the battery.

No it will not.

The handle under the dash should open the hood not the trunk. Use a pair of vise grips and pull the cable with them. Then replace the cable.

This is a fault for the first O2 sensor, It is important to know the added info scanners provide about the electrical fault detected (can indicate mixtures, heater circuit, slow response or plain electrical fault) Keep in mind depending on the missing info you can have an air leak from the pcv system, evap system or a small hole in the Induction/Intake hoses, What engine do you have?

No. A bad transmission can stall the engine.

Send the cluster out for repair. They crack the pc boards and will work intermittently or not at all. Go on Ebay there is a guy who rebuilds these. I have had him do several and the cost is under $200. Volvo gets $1200 for an new one installed. Do not buy a used one!!!

There is no "easy fix" as only 2 of the 4 codes are for the same thing...for the P0136 and P0141, its probably a bad Bank 1 sensor 2 oxygen sensor..the P0306 means cylinder 6 is misfiring (it could be bad spark plug, bad coil, bad injector, carbon on valves, low compression) and P1181 is showing a fuel delivery issue high pressure...as for the vibration, have all tires checked for balance and hum on passenger side is possibly a bad wheel bearing...and and all is best to have checked by your mechanic.

Hi, These are usually related to a FUSE. In the OWNER's MANUAL look for the FUSE section and see if the non-working devices are listed on the same fuse, and where the FUSE panel is located. Fuses can be purchased @ an Auto Parts, Hardware store or the dealer. It could also be a relay for these devices. Look online in the Volvo Forums for more info. TD

PO300 is a random misfire code. Generally, a coil needs to be replaced. The DIM in your car should specify which one. (My 2000 S80 did). Easy to change.

If the engine light flashes while driving you could damage the catalyst if it's running poorly.

start with power. then antenna connection once on insure settings r right then turn on max volume and listen for any sound inside radio. any indication of sound would tell u the problem is the power amp or speaker connections