is volvo s60 are easy to maintain?

Question

can you get parts that can be put into an s60 from an auto parts store? example: light bulbs for headlights, windsheild wipers,etc. can you change the oil by your self? do all maintenance services have to be done at a volvo dealership with volvo genuine parts. please only volvo owners answer this question unless you know a volvo owner or a former owner.

Answer 1

You should be able to find most parts on a well stocked auto store, - bulbs, wiper rubbers, etc. If you are not using a Volvo original bulb, you may have to replace both sides at a time because very slight wattage differences may not eliminate your "bulb warning" message on your dashboard.

I recommend you use a synthetic oil or synthetic blend especially if your car is a turbo. Your S60 will need about 5.5 litres. You will need to select the correct oil viscosity according to your outside temperature. The viscosity of Volvo's OEM oil is SAE 0W-30 or SAE 5W-30

Most dealers are equipped with VCT2000 or similar which interfaces the car's computer with VADIS or VIDA. It can pull codes to tell you exactly whats wrong with the car...sometimes even before the fault occurs. It will also match your vehicle VIN to see if there are any recalls or requirements for any software upgrades.

Here is a summary of the service program according to VADIS but most dealers have like a checklist for like around every 6k miles (or 10k kilometers) essentially halving the intervals listed below.

Every 12k
- Auto gear box control - check
- Handbrake - check + adjust
- Exterior Lighting
- Washer / wipers windshield & headlamp
- engine - check for leaks
- gearbox - check for leaks
- Engine oil / oil filter - drain & replace
- wheels / tyres - check for wear n damage
- Drive shaft -check the play / rubber bellows
- brake pads / disc - minimum 0.12" front / 0.08" back
- brake lines, filter, fuel filter - check
- brake fluid, power steering fluid, washer fluid, coolant
- battery - check
- replace passenger compartment filter
- reset Service Reminder (Ignition position I, then press & hold odometer reset button, Ignition position II)

Every 24k
- replace brake fluid

Every 36k
- Gas lines - check for leak, damage, corrosion
- replace spark plugs
- air cleaner

Every 48k
- top up gearbox fluid (I suggest you replace fluid) ATF Dexron III (G)

Every 96k or 10 years
- replace timing belt, belt tensioner, aux belt
- replace fuel filter

Every 120k or 10 years
- SRS inspection

....and last but not least "Test Drive"

Answer 2

Volvo S60 Oil Change

Answer 3

You can definitely change the oil by yourself. There are quite a few online communities for volvo owners and enthusiasts with howtos and advice for new owners. The only issue is that oil filters, etc are kind of a pain to reach. It is not as easy as many cars, you need some specialized (though inexpensive) tools from IPD to do the work.

If you are looking for volvo like safety, I would recommend the Subaru Legacy instead. The turbo model is extremely fast, the awd system is superior to Volvo's system, and the car does better than the S60 in the IIHS frontal offset and NCAP side impact crash tests. Subarus are VERY easy to work on, no specialized tools, the oil filter is usually reachable without jacking up the car or removing splash guards, and parts are inexpensive. I could do the disk brakes on my old legacy in about an hour.

Answer 4

I'm a Volvo fanatic and was told by my Volvo mechanic that the newer Volvos (2001 and newer) have a lot of electical problems and if you end up with a dead battery, a Volvo dealership has to reprogram the computer systems of the car at a cost of roughly $800. I'd check into this first before commiting to an S60. Otherwise I've heard they are pretty good cars.

Answer 5

The five cylinder Volvo engine is very dependable. Wipers, brake pads and things like that you can get anywhere. If you plan to have your oil changed at a quick-lube place you might want to pick up several Volvo oil filters at your Volvo dealership. Oil is oil, but the Volvo filter is a little better than you'll find elsewhere. It is good to have your services done at the dealer though. When they service your car they plug it into the onboard diagnostic system where they scan 72 different systems. This is good for preventative maintenance.

Answer 6

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Go for the Volvo S60..they are pretty reliable and considered to be the safest cars of the world.. Yes though I agree Volvos are expensive to mantain but still Volvos are excellent to drive are excellent! You'll definitely have more fun sitting or driving a Volvo than an INFINITI..

Answer 7

maintainance (i.e. oil changes, fluid checks, tire pressure, filters) will make you S60 go a long way.
If you ever get stuck with something wierd (or easy) check :
http://www.brickboard.com volvo only bulletin board and incredible resources (Parts, service, tips reprints of service bulletins etc)
Lots of S60 owners check frequently to share experiences.
Enjoy
JV

Answer 8

Get the Volvo. The other is just Japanese Junque.

Answer 9

yes.. Had one. GREAT car. Should not have any issues maintaining or finding parts, but would suggest bringing to dealership for the scheduled checkups.