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2006 Volvo XC90
Mileage
121,059
Service Date
2/12/2025
Services Performed
CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Engine runs well. Vehicle makes a horrible "Creaking" type noise while driving over bumps, turning, accelerating and braking / L5. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None related to issue – Scanned computer control modules & found; None related to issue. – Inspected & found; While driving the vehicle pulls to the right when accelerating / L5. Pulls left when braking / L5. Raised vehicle in air and inspected steering and suspension components. ** Front struts very weak and fail jounce test / L5. Was able to compress struts by hand. ** Front sway bar links making clunking noises and have too much play / L5. **Front lower control arm bushings are torn and worn out / L3. Upon further inspection found all 4 sub frame bolts loose, was able to turn all 4 of the bolts three turns. Torqued down to spec 105 NM plus 120 Degrees. Found the front bushings have aftermarket IPD silicone inserts that are not installed properly/fully. ( These are very difficult to install and usually break. We do not recommend installing these and we do not install these at our shop.) The bushings are unevenly installed causing the bolt center plate to pinch the bushing rather than crush and center the bushings. The subframe will always be loose until these inserts are removed. ** Lower engine mount worn/ sagging / L3. – Determined / Suspect; The subframe inserts not mounted properly and should be removed. Front lower control arms, front struts, front sway bar links and engine mount worn out. – Recommends; TO START: Lowering subframe. Removing silicone inserts, replacing both front lower control arms, both front struts, both front sway bar links and right front lower engine mount. Then sending out for alignment. Then testing for any further issues. *** SAFETY AND FURTHER DAMAGE CONCERN ***
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 123,703 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full and clean. – Engine oil dipstick handle broken / L5. Recommend replacing dipstick. – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 9mm – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Check engine light – Scanned computer control module and found; ** P0455 Evaporative emissions system large leak, no flow. Recommend taking to dealership to diagnose and repair.) – Engine oil leaks at both valve cover gaskets / L4. Recommend replacing both valve cover gaskets, plenum gaskets and topping off oil. – Spark plugs no easily accessible for inspection. Were worn L2 when checked in 2022, suspect may be due for tuneup at this time. Note: Some cross over labor with Valve cover gaskets repairs. – Cabin air filter dirty and full of debris / L4. Recommend replacing filter. **Further Damage Possible** – Engine air filter dirty / L3. Has a K&N filter. Recommend performing K&N service/cleaning. -Transmission fluid is dark/Due for service / L3. Recommend Drain and fill service. – Rear wiper blade missing tip / L5 & attachment on arm broken. Recommend replacing rear wiper blade & arm. – Gas door hinge is broken / L5. Recommend replacing hinge.
Jeff & Katie S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/14/2025
2013 Volvo XC90
Mileage
143,063
Service Date
1/8/2025
Services Performed
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No concerns. Unable to duplicate knocking noise. Tested multiple times. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; No concerns. Oil level full and in good condition. No noises heard from engine compartment when warm or cold after sitting. – Recommends; Returning to shop if issues becomes persistent.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 145,314 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Brown / L1. – Front brake pads at approximately; new today. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 5.5 – 6mm. Recommend watching rear brake pads and replacing when due at approximately 3.5-4 mm. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; – Scanned computer control module and found;
Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Technician removed both rear wheels to gain access. Removed and replaced both rear shocks. Reassembled all components. Test drove. Verified repair.
Shannon T. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/9/2025
2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country
Mileage
45,309
Service Date
10/17/2024
Services Performed
Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker found. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, dark/due for service/L3 – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, rotors have a lip /L2- Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; -None – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes or software updates. -Transmission fluid is dark/Due /L3- Recommend transmission service.
Sean C. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/17/2024
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country
Mileage
46,052
Service Date
9/18/2024
Services Performed
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Drove well, shifted well. Found while braking from 35 mph a high pitched squeal can be heard/L3 starting from the Right rear wheel area. Then a louder squeal can be heard from the Left front wheel/L4. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; none – Scanned computer control modules & found; none – Inspected & found; Raised vehicle in air and removed wheels. Found the front driver side rotor has uneven wear and a a hot spot on the top edge of rotor face/L3. Found the Right rear rotor Has blue streaks/L3 indicating poor heat dissipation. Front pad thickness is 12mm and rear pad thickness 11mm. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty front and rear pad and rotor contact causing noises. – Recommends; Replacing front and Rear pads brake pads and rotors.
Technician removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors, with lubricated backing plates. Adjusted parking brake shoes, if applicable. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors, with lubricated backing plates. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Jordan I. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/20/2024
2021 Volvo XC40
Mileage
36,724
Service Date
8/6/2024
Services Performed
CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No related concerns with drive ability. Vehicle drove well. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Park assist unavailable. – Scanned computer control modules & found codes; CEM **B1B46-1C for right rear inner sensor, circuit voltage out of range **B1B48-29 left rear outer sensor, signal invalid **B1B50-1C left rear inner sensor, circuit voltage out of range – Tried to clear codes. Found codes **B1B46 and B1B50 returned right away. – Inspected & found; Park assist system equipped with 4 sensors. Found both outer sensors installed. Found both inner sensors were not plugged in/connected. Left rear inner sensor wire is pinched/sandwiched between bumper cover and new hitch (visible with small mirror). Attempted to connect non pinched disconnected sensors and found unable to do so without bumper removal, was able to get close to connecting but due to tight/awkward space was unable to make connection happen. – Determined / Suspect; Rear bumper will need to be removed. Disconnected sensors connected, possible replacement of pinched sensor may be necessary and possible programming of module may be necessary. – Recommends; Reattempting on own to install both inner sensors and/or taking to a body shop or dealer for this repair.
Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
PARKING BRAKE – INSPECT – ADJUST IF NEEDED – not needed BRAKE HOSES & LINES – INSPECT BRAKE PADS – INSPECT COOLANT LEVEL – INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT – INSPECT FUEL FILTER – INSPECT FUEL LINES – INSPECT POWER STEERING FLUID – INSPECT SPARE TIRE – INSPECT TIRES – INSPECT TRANSAXLE FLUID – INSPECT WASHER FLUID LEVEL – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE INSERTS – INSPECT FINAL DRIVE OIL – INSPECT AIR CLEANER/ELEMENT – REPLACE – Dirty and full of debris / L3 = Due. Recommend replacing engine air filter. BRAKE FLUID – REPLACE CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE – Dirty and full of debris / L3 = Due. Recommend replacing cabin air filter. ENGINE OIL & ENGINE OIL FILTER – REPLACE – performed today. SERVICE INTERVAL INDICATOR/DISPLAY – RESET
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 36,100 miles. – Maintenance due light on. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due, prior to service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Vehicle is equipped with a timing belt. Per Mitchell 1 maintenance belt is due at 150K. – Spark plug in good condition. Due at 60K per Mitchell 1 mileage maintenance. – Scanned computer control module and found; See diagnostic details.
Katy P. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/9/2024
2018 Volvo XC60
Mileage
74,535
Service Date
7/16/2024
Services Performed
Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 70,881 miles. By sticker vehicle is approximately 3,654 miles past due for service. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L4 = Past due, prior to service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Past Due. Rotors have hot spots / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. ***SAFETY CONCERN*** – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Transmission fluid dark / L2 – L3 = Due soon. Recommend performing transmission service at the same time as next oil service at approximately 80,000 miles. – Left front fog light lens full of water and bulb burnt out. Recommend replacing left front fog light lens assembly with new bulb.
Technician removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Adjusted parking brake shoes. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Mike D. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/2024
2019 Volvo XC90
Mileage
32,627
Service Date
5/22/2024
Services Performed
Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Drove well. No concerns found. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None found. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; Drove a couple of times on a few different streets. Found new pavement and tested. Held steering wheel level and let go, drove straight, no pulling or drifting for over 50 yards. Found pulling left on right while driving on 3rd street which has ruts. – Inspected vehicle in shop. Found all suspension and undercarriage components tight. Found the rear tire tread is low with abnormal low tread in center. Outer tread on rear tires is approximately 5/32, rear center tread is approximately 4/32. Front tire tread is approximately 7/32. Note. Recommendations is for best tires to be at the rear of the vehicle. – Determined / Suspect; Low tread in center of rear tires may be contributing to issues. – Recommends; Taking to tire shop, possible replacement of worn tires to fix issue.
– Inspected & found per Mitchell 1 Maintenance Guide; 30K Service = LOF w/standard inspections. 40K Service = LOF, replace engine air filter, replace cabin air filter, perform brake fluid service w/standard inspections. NOTE: Spark plugs show due at 60K.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker found. – Maintenance due message on on dash. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due. – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 5mm. Note: minimum spec for brake pads is 3-4mm. Rear brake pads and rotors may be due soon. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Vehicle is equipped with a timing belt. Timing belt replacement shows due at 150K, based on Mitchell 1 maintenance guide.
Phil & Katie A. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/2024
2019 Volvo XC90
Mileage
40,571
Service Date
3/28/2024
Services Performed
CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well and shifted well during test drive. Check engine light on. – Scanned computer control modules & found; ECM **P016A – Excessive time to enter closed loop **P2096 – Post cat converter fuel trim too lean bank 1 **P2270 – 02 Sensor signal stuck lean – bank 1 to sensor 2 – Inspected & found; Performed fault tracing related to codes. While driving and monitoring sensors via scan tool, rear oxygen sensor was not active, was stuck at 1 volt. Inspected for vacuum leaks, non e found. Checked connector, found no bad pins. Connection was clean and tight. Verified 12V signal and good ground. Found the heater circuit has excessive resistance of 543,000 ohms, correct sensor reading is between 100-350 ohms. This indicates the sensor is getting too hot and likely close to burning out. Cleared codes during testing and found code **P2096 returned. – Determined / Suspect; 02 sensor is faulty. – Recommends; Starting with replacing the rear 02 sensor and then testing further. ***Further Damage Possible***
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No warning lights on related to this issue. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No related codes. – Inspected & found; Rear back up sensors working as designed, beeping when necessary. Park in and park out come on when in reverse and when backing up. Inspected related to the dealer notes of the SOD Module. Check both side object detection modules via scan tool. Found the left SOD module = horizontal alignment angle = .945 degrees. Round the right SOD module = horizontal alignment angle = -0.185 degrees. Verified each module has software programmed in. – Determined / Suspect; Alignment angles should be more closely aligned. – Recommends; Take to a body shop related to this issue.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND; – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 50,313 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Good. – Front brake pads at approximately; 4mm, 30% = At minimum spec. Rotors have large lip and are dished in / L2-L3. Intermittent squealing noise heard coming from front brakes during test drive / L3-L4. Recommend replacing front brake pads and rotors. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Below minimum spec. Rotors have hot spots / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pad and rotors. ***Possible Safety Concern*** – Scanned computer control module and found; See diagnostic details.
Tino & Collette V. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/28/2024
2013 Volvo XC90
Mileage
150,835
Service Date
2/5/2024
Services Performed
Technician performed oil service: drained engine oil, replaced filter and filled with synthetic engine oil. Inspected all belts, hoses, brakes and tire tread. Adjusted tire pressures. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks.
Opened passenger side door and added grease to hinges. Opened and closed door multiple times. No noises heard. Verified repairs.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next LOF is/was due at 150,689 miles, overdue 146 miles by sticker. Recommend performing oil service if due. – Engine oil level & condition; Light brown /L3. Due for service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8 mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 4mm or 30% rotors have hot spots /L3. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Transmission fluid turning dark red /L3. Recommends transmission service. – Water inside right front headlight bucket. Recommends replacing both front headlight buckets.
TECHNICIAN: Technician performed transmission service and inspection: – Drained transmission fluid. – Inspected transmission fluid condition, found; Dark red /L3. – Filled with synthetic transmission fluid. Inspected for leaks. Road tested vehicle. Verified service. – Determined/Suspect; transmission shifting well at this time. – Recommends; transmission service in 20,000 miles due to fluid condition.
Scott & Pam B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2024
2006 Volvo S60
Mileage
191,624
Service Date
1/28/2022
Services Performed
CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found the gauge goes into vacuum on start up. Goes to 18 – 20 inches of vacuum at idle. – Scanned computer control modules & found no codes stored at this time. – Inspected & found the gauge goes to 15 psi in boost while accelerating and back into vacuum when off the gas pedal. Verified this is normal with ipd technical hot line. – Determined we fixed a minor vacuum leak last time vehicle was in. Gauge is now reading as designed. A minor vacuum leak will cause the gauge to read zero at idle. Vehicle and boost gauge are now operating as designed.
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found Vehicle drove well verified issue left tail light upper bulb out, right taillight lower bulb is out. – Scanned computer control modules & found no codes at this time. – Inspected & found both left and right taillights have 2 bulbs each. Each side has one out. Replaced all 4 bulbs verified repairs. -Recommends replacing all 4 bulbs.
TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found vehicle drove well. – Scanned computer control modules & found no codes – Inspected & found sunshade is stuck. The glass sunroof moves back and forth but is binding due to sunshade getting stuck. -Recommends taking vehicle to body shop for further diagnostic and repairs.
TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service due at 193,182 miles. – Engine oil level full and clean – Front brake pads at approximately 45 -50 % – Rear brake pads at approximately 60- 65 %
Replaced all 4 tail light bulbs. Verified repairs.
Removed front timing cover , upper engine covers, engine stabilizer brace, air filter housing, upper engine mount and cam sensors. Gained access to back of cam shafts. Installed special tools to lock cams and crank shaft in place. Removed timing belt, tensioner and idler pulleys. removed water pump and crank shaft gear to access to front crank seal. Removed intake and exhaust, cam gear(vvt actuator) assemblies. Removed and replaced cam seals and crank shaft seal. Installed new water pump, idler and tensioner pulleys. Set camshaft timing and installed new timing belt. (*Note on tear down , once cam lock tool was installed, Found cam timing marks off by one tooth, retarded and crank shaft line up mark one tooth retarded.) Filled cooling system with coolant. Ran engine and pressure tested cooling system. Verified no leaks. Road tested and verified vvt operation. Verified repairs.
Disconnected battery, removed inlet air tube to throttle body on intercooler. Removed throttle body and fuel rail to gain access to intake manifold. Removed Intake manifold to gain access to breather box and hoses. Replaced breather box all hoes, seal and intake manifold gasket. Verified all orifices are clear. Resembled and road tested vehicle. Verified proper pvc system operation. Verified repairs
Removed air filter from housing cleaned and oiled filter. Cleaned out filter housing. Road tested verified repairs.
Terri & Chris S. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/2022

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