My Rare Volvo V70R Broke AGAIN After Just A Few Miles... What Is It Now?!

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0:00 Intro
1:16 The Problem
7:32 The Solution
9:09 Bleeding The System
12:23 Testing The Pump
13:57 Test Drive With BOOST
17:31 Outro
#Volvo #V70R #diy

[@ElliottAlvis]

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[@tripel7470]

just remember, every breakdown and fault only makes Hoovie want it more😂

[@ElliottAlvis]

Haha, I think even he would want to stay away from this one.

[@theBoomerDoomer]

I think you just need to make a wiring harness go on fire... then he might be interested.

[@TheRealAlpha2]

@@ElliottAlvis Don't underestimate the "dumbest automotive channel on KZbin." The man has a brand to maintain.

[@joeschmoe5009]

Its not supercar enough for him these days

[@nikaxstrophotography]

@@joeschmoe5009 this!

[@mitchtopia]

Dude, your uncle is a genuine costar at this point. Love to see his expertise and humor.

[@skynetd-termination98]

The car is just too cool to give up on, and what a bargain on the pump! You're Uncle is awesome and I'm glad he's feeling better!

[@mfairbank]

You found the car after it had been sitting for years, shouldn’t be surprised when things fail, especially seals. Main reason why mileage doesn’t always matter.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Very true!

[@wack3230]

Thats how i feel with my volvo 'Broke Again!' 😂

[@billpar]

you are so blessed to have your awesome uncle to help all the time, he is great

[@ElliottAlvis]

Couldn't agree more. He's awesome!

[@sleepyhollow783]

@@ElliottAlvis Glad he is well again.

[@clonetrooper576]

The ownership of an R Volvo goes like this: I fix something -> A week later another thing breaks The best case scenario is you can maybe get a month of good work until it eventually develops a new problem The R community and Andrew thanks you for your video publicity

[@nouton7432]

same with my car i have a v70n t5 -02 owned it little over 1year in 1year did buy new things to it for little over 2000$ like the one that he trying to fix here i did buy a new one to my car

[@youtubasoarus]

Not quite a week, but every few months for sure lol.

[@brandonmorris2513]

I've said this before, and I'll say it many more times, but how cool is it that your uncle helps all the time? So awesome.

[@kerrylewis2581]

#1. I'm happy to see your uncle wrenching and laughing. #2. This car should come with an athletic cup because it constantly tries to kick you in the spaceballs. #3. I'm happy to see you finally winning and breathing a sigh of relief. #4. What is a cat's favorite movie? The Sound of Mewsic!

[@danielryan007]

I love how your R experience is almost identical to mine lol. No longer have the R (thanks for reminding me I made the right choice) but still have a can of CHF 11S I'll never use again

[@grewk2518]

I cut my T60 bolt down so it would fit on a belt tensioner wrench. I also rebuilt my PS pump. it was super easy and it hasn't broken again

[@sportzntouring]

Oh wow! Just when we thought it was all up and running! I'm still dreaming of this getting the full Touring Car Racing livery 😉

[@ElliottAlvis]

Ant, the full Touring car livery would be awesome! I just want this car to earn it's cosmetic glow up lol.

[@sportzntouring]

@@ElliottAlvis oh yeah, once it's running sweet, then that's got to be the reward!

[@DeanFamilyAcres]

Glad to see more Swedish goodness! 🇸🇪

[@HazeyAuto]

I know it’s a long way down the list… but I can’t wait to see the failed clear coat get repaired.

[@TheTheskylar404]

This video makes me happy I did not purchase the V70R. I was torn between a B8 S4 and the V70R and ended up going with the Audi due to VAG experience and these struggles with the computer systems and parts highlights that my decision might have been for the best. Amazing car but man has this been been an adventure.

[@JC-vx8zo]

Sold my 06 S60R in March because I thought I was staying overseas for a while but ended up coming back to the states in Aug. I was so upset because I loved that car and had it since 2012 in Germany even with all the things that went wrong. Well ended up getting a 2019 Audi S4 but I still miss my old girl....

[@chrismundy4054]

Huge win! Glad to have Volvo updates

[@MilanStier]

Oh! You've returned! Im going to be kind of a prick here, but umm here I go: keep them breaking and being fixed and you'll find love; don't do it and forever be cursed! Cheers, notary

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Milan!

[@GRfourfun]

No fricking way! This Volvo is messing with you 😂

[@christopherkraft1327]

Hey Mr Motory Notary, awesome video, your uncle seem like a really good guy & it's fun watching you two work together!!! I'm glad to see that the power steering pump was replaced with relative ease & that the mighty spaceball is at the top of its game... For now!!! I see that you're inching up on 50k subscribers, woo hoo!!! Thanks for sharing another exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂

[@barbaraalvis2881]

So much progress! Way to go, Elliott and Uncle Glen! If it could talk, your Volvo would thank you guys for not giving up on it! Another great and engaging video, Elliott.

[@soulis1000]

The next time your car is leaking something you might want to check all the fluid levels, you dont need to wait until the lack of fluid breaks something or in your case makes a noice. Its not that uncommon that a 20 year old car leaks.

[@jordanseay216]

This is how it goes with my car. You get done doing some pretty major work to it and then almost immediately, something else breaks.

[@ElliottAlvis]

It's so frustrating!

[@jordanseay216]

@@ElliottAlvis it really is! My car has had a new steering rack, all new front suspension, and a new harmonic balancer just this year alone.

[@colinritchie1757]

Congrats on finally getting the Volvo sorted - perhaps some of that good luck will rub off on Jake after his issues with the Cruiser - he needs all the help he can get

[@lirr408]

Amen to that. Felt so bad for him at the end of his video yesterday.

[@ElliottAlvis]

I know! Poor dude.

[@BigBundy82]

Long time fan … I am truly shocked You Have Had So many Problems… I figured since it’s a Volvo there would be a few issues from time to time… But this!!! Constant Problem … My condolences Elliott… keep up the hard work!!

[@hugoturpinrichier3844]

Nice job ! Good thing this work again ! I have the exact same problem with power steering on my s60r, I’ll try that pump pretty soon. Keep up the good work 👍

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Hugo!

[@TheRealAlpha2]

The Motory Notary is back at it again with another Volvo video! Very impressed that the solution actually seemed to be a simple fix this time rather than a month long journey into madness.

[@andrewhillman9632]

I've got a solid pitch for a new car ad...... "Keep your expectations low and you won't be disappointed". 😳

[@chrisbolton5461]

Great to see you guys not giving up on this car. great to see.

[@TheRealMrCods]

You're uncle is worth his weight in gold Elliott 👍🙏

[@brucerichards9102]

Enjoyable video again on the Volvo. Your perseverance should pay off with many trouble free miles ahead of you.

[@lesserlogic9977]

I'm glad you're getting some time to just pull on the gears. That's really my favorite thing about my s60, the little brother to the V70.

[@thecarolinahoosier3596]

Another great video, Elliott. And I'm really glad to see Unk is OK after his bout.

[@povlrueger3898]

Lookin good man! Glad to watch every upload!

[@toregullikhanem3077]

You must get a sponsor agreement with ViVA Performance or IPD or both! Then they can show off what is possible with such a great Volvo R and what performances it will get with tuning! Good luck, greetings from a car enthusiast in Norway

[@Mikes84Corvette]

Nice to see your Uncle is feeling better after COVID.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Mike!

[@mehAudio]

Good news is: no leaky rods, after all. A lot of repairs you never want to throw a car shop‘s hourly rate at, but your enthusiast‘s time and the fact that it‘s awesome content, kind of make it worth it

[@brianzwuup6875]

Good job! Now the next step is the park assist. My dad has the same problem. Cant wait to how far your gonna take this car and ( paint the hood )

[@thelarsongarage]

I just got my V70R on the road today after spending a few weeks going through and doing the brakes, plugs, coil packs, and fixing some oddly located rust on the top of the back doors haha I can imagine the frustration you have with this car owning experience, but I do appreciate your videos and watching you guys work on this car!

[@thelarsongarage]

Welp.... I got the "Anti-Skid Service Required" message on my way home last night 🤦‍♂That didn't take long...

[@DIY_Al]

Big kudos to your uncle. He is the real star of the show when it comes to actually getting their hands dirty and fixing stuff. I'm glad your PS pump is working again. But you should prepare for the next failure, the alternator. Why? Because alternators don't like getting bathed in oil.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Yep, I'm ready for it. We cleaned it off the best we could before reinstalling the pump.

[@maraudingmerc9381]

Holy cow! Glad to see she's back on the road! Whew ... 🤩🙏 Here's hoping you get more than another hundred miles before the next thing breaks! 🤣👍

[@AT-fq1eg]

I'm in NZ. I have a Holden. With cars like these, you have transport and a hobby.

[@JB-mk4ry]

Redline power steering conditioner and refill. Did the same with my S80 about 3 years ago. No issues since.

[@stern12akachris32]

The Moneypit Volvo is now at the turn the radio up to fix it stage of its life !!!!!!!!

[@erikshomestead3422]

I swear the power steering pump has only one thing that matters and that is what type power steering fluid has been used in it if you ever are to replace a used one. Later models use environmental friendly fluid while the older model still use age old red ATF oil. That is the thing that could happened if you swap one of them out with a different, the pump could possibly seize or leak and power steering rack due to containments loosing up. Keep up the good work on keeping the car alive greetings from Sweden.

[@mathiaskoenitzer9020]

Keep on fixing! At some point it will be reliable I promise. I'm glad it sounds like you put special power steering fluid in. I made the mistake on my S60R to try generic power steering fluid, and had to listen to it wine and complain the whole time I had that fluid in it. Fortunately a quick flush with the correct (expensive) fluid and the pump quieted right back down.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

What a beautiful video today Elliott! It really left a smile on my face.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Glad to hear that Mitchell!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@ElliottAlvis Yes sir, my friend!

[@Candisa]

I owned one of these, the non-R version... Yeah, probably the most expensive car I've owned and it was not because of the buying price or the selling price. However I did manage to at least drive it a few months before the next thing popped up. Great car when it works, but it's always a matter of when the next thing fails and where it'll leave you stranded, nothing like my 740 and 940 that just needed normal maintenance and soldiered on until I sold it (740, still regret selling that one) or cracked the head of the crappy VW diesel engine (940).

[@ZM-nb9ib]

^^ 100%

[@Jeroen74]

I owned a '04 V70 that I bought with 200k miles on the odo and sold at 310k. Never left me stranded, and maintenance wasn't particularly excessive either. Replaced it with a '09 S60 with 146k miles. Both diesels though. The '95 850 I owned before the V70 ran on LPG and soldiered on from 150k to 410k miles before I scrapped it.

[@Candisa]

Mine was an '01 petrol on LPG, owned it from about 300k to 400k kilometres. The engine itself is good, but the electronics...

[@Jeroen74]

@@Candisa Interesting... I've never had a single electronics problem with these 3 Volvo's... only mechanical stuff. Leaky intercoolers and radiators, stuck calipers, shocks, control arms, and on both diesels worn out lifters. In over half a million kilometers of Volvo driving never got stranded

[@MrHamlet]

I'm excited to see the Volvo is working and you're going to drive it! That's awesome! Are you planning to keep it?

[@p2rvolvo]

You’re gonna have fun when that rack goes. Not easy to find a replacement, not easy to replace. Found out how expensive mine would be and drove it until it would not hold fluid long enough to get me to work

[@WilliamGreenlee]

UGH I HATE the power steering on the P2 Volvo's for multiple reasons. Many of them use the awful ZF variable assist system, which was used on many other luxury cars at the time. I've had a few and none of them worked because of the TINY valves on the rack that clog up, and they fail in the "low assist" mode. I fixed my S60's but it took me weeks to figure out. Then my pressure line blew and and it goes up and down around everything and is super hard to get out. And the pumps are expensive...and yada yada. I'm so glad you just needed a pump! Make sure your fluid is supppperrrr clean (and maybe even install a filter) because if the fluid is too dirty it will clog the variable assist system!

[@Herrgarret86]

The thing is that this is not normal that a car like that has so many problems. Volvo from that era is quality! This car must have been so abused in it's prior life. One thing is important tho! Check the power steering fluid resarvoir because if it's not changed in recall there might be air in the power steering fluid and that kills the pump.

[@dannybailes3948]

If you use beaded lines for the power steering it makes the install a million times easier. I’m glad I’m not the only one with a R thats always sick.

[@richvalenzi6232]

Awesome! Glad it worked out. We all need an uncle like yours. So is fixing the paint in the future?

[@s20ttv]

Another great video. I went through the same pain with my Daily Ford last year… except Ford wouldn’t sell me the seal from the pump to reservoir… after 5 attempts to find the right one that didn’t leak… bingo!!! This also involves removing the belt each time.

[@brianedwards2348]

I've had a couple of these cars (s60r) and they're not that bad,.. they can be a pain. But something's up with yours, last owner was not taking care of it. Love the content.

[@youtubasoarus]

In my experience most of these issues are strictly aging related. So much plastic, tiny bits of rubber shit breaking after a while. Computer stuff (PEM) etc.

[@3z2xx]

The sound at first start could have been the dry powersteering pump if you didnt prime the pump and rotate it enough. Just a thought! I dont know the engine oil you are using but you can try a thicker oil to reduce the valvetrain noise. I have the T5 from 2006 and it works for me!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Yeah I'm sure thats what the sound was on the first startup. It never made it again after that. And thicker oil is a great idea.

[@Samsonite79]

@@ElliottAlvis Consider doing the oil sump seals they tend cause cavitation in engine oil. Or thicker oil might work. 🤔

[@ChrisCollins-Oakland]

You said "double win" regarding your Volvo....wow. Next a full beautiful two stage paint job.

[@dukenudibranch6414]

My father bought me an 85 Mustang Predator edition for $800 dollars in 1997. Those were the days. I don't know what was wrong with it, but when I would sit at a light for too long it would smoke so bad.

[@derekgardin1512]

Gotta love RockAuto. I'm in Canada and they are my go to for anything that isn't super heavy or if it's something I don't need right away. Can be their prices even with the recent rise in shipping costs.

[@matthewvincent5034]

Elliot I love these V70R videos. If you remember I had a 2006 V70R. I had to sell it. It always had an issue. I spent £1900 to fix it before I sold it. I loved it but could no longer trust it to get me where I needed to go. I hope you fix yours but get used to the constant issues!!!!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Sorry you had to end up selling yours. Trust me, I am very used to the constant issues 😂

[@Feix]

This V70R is so lucky Elliot got it and not Tyler. It sat so long...its a hooptie...but its a V70 R M66 I am happy to see it gets the care it needs...step by step

[@starkyslp16]

Glad to see some success with this car (no matter how short lived it may be... knock on wood). Has the good car earned a paint job yet???

[@dave11686]

Happy Wednesday Elliott!

[@karlporath8904]

You jinxed me. I should never have watched this video while my V70R warmed up for the morning commute. My power steering return line split right below the AC compressor pulley.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Seriously?! What are the chances! I'm sorry to hear that man!

[@joeminoso1554]

Congratulations,👌 don't give up 😁

[@toolzshed]

I think Elliott is just keeping this car for the content now 🤣 anyone else would have gotten rid of it

[@steveshoemaker6347]

lt is good to see you Elliott ans your Uncle is amazing guy.....Blessing brother to you and yours🙏👀Tnanks 👍 Shoe🇺🇸

[@mphilleo]

A wise man once said, "There's nothing more expensive than a cheap, rare Volvo that Hoovie wanted." You're experiencing all of what was intended to be Car Wizard's next boat payment. 🤣

[@misterfeedback202]

Great Video. Your Uncle is probably praying your next car is a reliable Corolla. I had a 2006 XC70 that died after 10 years with 140K. I think the 134 mile breakage rule sounds right.

[@AZACKAL]

Oh and to the power steering pump? Ive changed them out all the time with one from junkyards they're the same as long as its in the correct year range. Newer models had a screw on line. The lines going to the rack are in fact different you don't need to change the lines to change a pump. Between my car and my friend's Rs ive changed 4 now lol all still going fine

[@christopherclarke9884]

I have a Volvo story to share. I picked up a 2015.5 XC70 T5, sadly the spark plugs exploded often and triggered four replacement engines--eventually Volvo re-purchased the car. I was so sad, that I went out and found a 2016 Volvo XC70 Premier--and that vehicle was involved in an accident. Chubb--our insurance carrier decided to deem the car as a total loss. Sad again. Then this past July, I happened upon a 2016 Volvo XC70 Platinum with 19,600 miles (I paid $30K). The car was not driven for a year (August 2021 through July 2022). I suspect the driver died and there was a delay in returning the car to market. I tell you this long story, because I believe that Volvo ownership is somewhat cultish. Volvos are heavy and don't have the best steering feel. They do however offer you a an opportunity to beat the odds of death by car. For me, that is worth all of the pain and misery we all suffer keeping these Swedish jalopies on the road, I salute your effort to return the 2005 V70R to service. Having a manual transmission is an amazing plus. Once you get all of the mechanicals sorted out, you can work on the paint and interior. The alternative is spending $60K plus on a brand new Volvo. Clearly a better path to restore the gem you found. Good luck!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks for sharing your story Christopher! Sorry you had such odd luck with your first couple of XC70's, but it sounds like you have a good one now!

[@DJMac]

I feel your pain. mine was replacing the steering rack and what a pain as you need to drop the front sub frame on my vw bora and then after a couple weeks replace 2 o rings lol. The joys 😆

[@ElliottAlvis]

Oh my gosh, what a nightmare!

[@gravybiscuit4266]

I'm on my 3rd Volvo 70 series wagon. First was a 2005 XC that I sold at 475k miles. I have a 2001 XC with 110k, and a 2008 V70 with 325k... Lack of regular service kills these cars, along with southwestern heat. If i see a v70R P2, its on my short list. The P3 V70's sure ride great on long trips though. I just think your poor little wagon was mistreated like a little puppy. Glad its got a great home now!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Glad you've had good luck with yours! Yes, this car just had a rough life followed by years of neglect.

[@Dreamspade1]

Yay! Congrats to the Volvo for quitting smoking - its a journey for all of us; don't be mad if it lapses from time to time! :)

[@toolzshed]

Yayyy the smoke is gone!! That's great!!!

[@Travis_Montgomery]

Good job Car. My S60r is my muse and my love.

[@svd90]

Congrats on fixing it! For now...

[@seanhershey3390]

Love the Volvo content..( owner of a few)...I still like the idea of a matte/ clods black Swedish flag wrap on the hood...

[@ElliottAlvis]

I kind of like that idea too!

[@Onewheelpeel17]

Volvo guy here, if you want the lift tick to get way quieter use 0w-40 they love that oil mines silent I put that in all my Volvo’s

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks for the tip Michael!

[@tedbiernacki376]

I've used this AT 205 stop leak I got on Amazon for my Subaru about 3 years ago, it's still working well ! It's about $20 , ya ,too late !

[@shiftinglanesgarage]

If you ever sell this car, you know who to call first 🙂

[@nmgfan8090]

My V70 xc has a similar issue. But as I've never seen it drip on the floor at all, I've determined it just uses some power steering fluid(ATF)

[@thevolvoenthusiast2556]

So funny, I had the broken dipstick also, the thing just disintegrated when unscrewing the cap

[@brucemackinnon6707]

A mug. Pure genius....

[@markmcdoodle1897]

you 2 guys seem to work together really well. From a UK V70R owner, so many familiar faults, I'm sorry to say. But, still a Great car though.

[@thatsonebadhatharry8610]

Great video. Glad to see you getting everything mechanical and electrical up to Great shape. Next thing I would do is paint the hood and roof flat black. That would be super simple and look so good. Maybe even put double white stripes over the car up and over the driver. Then it would be ready to autocross and or sell.👍

[@ElliottAlvis]

Hey, that would be a great solution!

[@appelsapman434]

No.

[@thatsonebadhatharry8610]

@@appelsapman434 Any suggestions?

[@thevolvoenthusiast2556]

Did you have look at the fuel pomp control module already ?. A great design feature …… fitted underneath the car in the elements and just corroding away

[@Mab0fSteel]

"There are lots of hands in this car" - didn't know this was a Halloween episode.

[@Milhouses45]

Easiest way to remove the belt is to pop the plastic cap off the belt tensioner then use the bolt hidden behind the cap then use a wrench to release the tension.

[@FurDemon]

My s60r is reliable trustworthy machine. Well worth the efforts.

[@stugallop4561]

Well done Elliott... just a quick observation, is the accessory belt on backwards in regard to the V's which should be against the power steer pulley and not facing out... may pay to change it if it's had a lot of oil on it too. Man that power steer fluid was disgusting... may have to do my old BMW's after seeing yours... Stu from New Zealand

[@zfuru]

The belt has grooves on both faces.

[@johno9507]

The difference between a V70R/S60R variable power assistance power steering pump and a normal V70/S60 pump is the 'R' pump is a constant flow whereas the normal one is constant pressure

[@ElliottAlvis]

Ahh, good to know.

[@invader_viv]

"you can just turn around in the middle of the street" Volvos horrible steering angle: "no, no you're gonna need some of that grass too"

[@LegoGuyGaming]

The acceleration sounds slow if that was a 2-3 gear pull... especially for an R. Maybe check the wastegate actuator arm and see if that needs adjusting? Doesn't sound like you're building up peak boost

[@MickeyMishra]

Dude, you are a legend !

[@JWIVCCX]

I bought mine without power-steering. Replaced the pump (which was bad) and found it was leaking from the rack. After replacing the pump, reservoir, and hoses it seemed like it was caused in the first place by a leaking screw on the rack.

[@lassei4659]

Great content, but how much did you invest the repairs, plus what did it cost? A all in all to date?

[@GlitteratiLive]

The motory rotory isn’t sticking :-) maybe try alongside an RX-7?