Joe Mc Posted January 10, 2008 Report Share Posted January 10, 2008 So the module is shot = door lock, window and mirror do not function. Started as a clicking in the door and nothing would work then the click would stop and all was fine. Found out here the control module is bad. Priced the module $240 list, $170 my cost (shop to shop). Here's the kicker the parts Tech tells me there's software required to make it work to the tune of $24 and the install is $100 He said I could install the module then bring in for the software install.Is this absolutly required? Any one having this experience? And, is the Tech correct that I can install and drive in (without damaging $170 module) to be programmed?And best question . . .is there anyone in the Levittown, PA area that might have this blasted software and whatever device required to install it? Talk about friggin ridiculous ! ! ! ! ! Thanks,Joe Mc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T5gruppy Posted January 10, 2008 Report Share Posted January 10, 2008 Yes you need software to make the module work... And yes you can install it yourself and then bring it in to get the software downloaded. As far as anyone being able to do the software beside the volvo dealership, I highly doubt it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilled man Posted January 10, 2008 Report Share Posted January 10, 2008 yeah Dealer BS to make the windows work . Mine is on its way out same one and my uncle had his go ........hmmm seems a little shoddy to say the least. but if you buy a used one you dont have to have the software download :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWinkey Posted January 11, 2008 Report Share Posted January 11, 2008 [quote name='Joe Mc' date='Jan 10 2008, 05:22 PM' post='1178733'And best question . . .is there anyone in the Levittown, PA area that might have this blasted software and whatever device required to install it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Mc Posted January 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 I looked into the program but I'm not spending 3k /quarter for their over priced program. All the other euro manu. don't charge 1/2 of what they want to be in the program? What will eventually happen if they don't get their heads outta their hind ends is they won't be able to sell cars anymore?????Mr. Winkey - I emphatically agree!!! I was reading a consumer report the other day recalling a comment made about a Volvo they were reviewing (for get which model) which stated, WTE, "Volvo builds a safe automobile with excellent fit and finish. However, the ride of some models is a bit harsh, passenger compartments are more cramped and overall plagued with reliability issues compared to the older models. If Volvo expects to continue selling new vehicles they need to figure out and correct the reliability issues before they loose long-time customers to a more reliable automobile company". I think they even sarcastically commented "Hello Volvo, are you listening???". I agree . . . BA-DA-BING!!!! Although my wife and I absolutly love this car, unfortunately, this will probably be the last Volvo we purchase until they work things out. We so looked forward to being at the point in our life that we could purchase a "quality, luxury, SAFE" car, I doubt it being used upon purchase (46,464 miles - Volvo Cetrified Pre-Owned = not very much wrong with it so they will "Sell an extended warranty" hmmmm, more $$$$). This decision, to not purchase another Volvo, is mainly due to some of the recent service issues, which I feel an automible of this "quality" should never have with the minimal 80k miles on the odometer. These issues are as follows: leaky right front half shaft and angle gear inner & outer seal leak - how come left side has no problem? hmmmmm? (stumbled thru R & R in my driveway - no manual of course), leaky power steering reservoir - I think the lower hose connecting tube is cracked??? (need to purchase new - wonder if it needs to be programmed as well?), air leak and rattle @ moon roof (@ 48k, I had to battle with the dealer to cover under warranty, they succumbed only after I wrote a lengthy email to corporate customer service of the Volvo, NA web page, complaining about purchase of extended warranty and not getting any documentation until after purchase of warranty etc., etc. they basically told the dealership to handle and shut this guy up - squeeky wheel I guess - they wanted $900 for repair kit and I foget the labor like 4 hours?), upper rear motor mount rubber insert failure (@ about 62k, replaced with aftermarket Poly unit for less than 1/4 price of new POS factory unit) and the failure of the pass side window "control" module (insane pricing for: plastic box containing electric gizmos + software + installation = pissed off customer) all this is complicated by the lack of being able to purchase a "Real Service Manual" as nothing is availabile till the vehicle is over 10 years old if we're lucky that it lasts that long . . . (other than the expensive VADIS CD), , which means (at least to me) they plan to make as much money (if not more) servicing their automobiles than the cost of initial purchase.Sorry, Rant Complete For all the dedicated long term Volvo folks out there - I'm sorry, just ticked off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sed777 Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 I'm having the same problem with my 01 v70 driver's module. I unlock the rear door and reach fwd to unlock the front. Friggin old school. 600$ quote for parts/software and labor friggin ridiculous.Let me know how it works out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWinkey Posted January 23, 2008 Report Share Posted January 23, 2008 overall plagued with reliability issues compared to the older models. If Volvo expects to continue selling new vehicles they need to figure out and correct the reliability issues before they loose long-time customers to a more reliable automobile company". I think they even sarcastically commented "Hello Volvo, are you listening???". I agree . . . For all the dedicated long term Volvo folks out there - I'm sorry, just ticked off. I couldn't agree more. I have been doing this for 20 yrs and have already had several "long time" Volvo owners switch and not purchase new as the last ones they bought in 99 and 2000/2001/2002 were not true to them ? Some of these people have 3 or 4 Volvo's in the family at one time. I love my Swedish cars and I really Love Volvo's but I'll turn the wrench on whatever "my" "long time" customers purchase(import wise) I'm disgusted to the bone and hope for a turn around like todays stock market!Perhaps Volvo is lurking on this board and reading this? I hope so Honestly Saab isn't much better ??I need to go vomit now! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2001T5 Posted January 23, 2008 Report Share Posted January 23, 2008 But aren't Saabs engineered by people who design planes???? lolAnother question to all of you Volvo techs.If I were to purchase a new tranny for my 01 V70, will it come with the same problems that I have now, or did they fix all of the issues?It makes me sick that my tranny is on it's way out at 73k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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