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Originally Posted by stuart bowes
could it be low p/s fluid? I had an old Honda accord with a leaky rack and that's how i knew when it needed topping up
real easy to check as well
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It could, yes. To the original poster, check the power steering fluid level.
That noise doesn't sound transmission related to me. It sounds like a failing pump or another auxiliary item like an alternator. Check the power steering fluid level too, as mentioned above.
Whilst the engine is running, get someone to rev the car & you have a good listen around the alternator, power steering pump etc. Check that the belt that spins on the pulleys is running 'true' & isn't wobbling all over the place, as that would indicate a failing pulley. That must be fixed immediately, as if the pulley fails & the belt falls off, it can get tangled in the timing belt & that could cost you the engine.
With regards to servicing the transmission, that's a good idea. Just make sure you use the correct spec fluid.
As you've just recently purchased the car, is there any record of the cam belt being changed in the past? If not, that's something that needs to be done... Change the auxiliary belt & auxiliary belt tensioner too.
I know its additional expense if these items haven't been replaced before, but it'll give you peace of mind. Snapped belts on a D5 can lead to very expensive engine repairs, so its a no brainer to get them replaced (if they haven't been already).
If you happen to be looking for a garage that knows their stuff, Hallmark in Stockport are well worth a visit (Independent Volvo Specialists - address below). They're very reasonably priced & don't rip you off like the dealerships tend to do.
1 Wharf St,
Lancashire Hill,
Stockport,
SK4 1UD
Tel: 0161 429 0008