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Old Jun 25th, 2011, 08:50   #21
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The V70 and XC70 have a tight fitting cover inside the taigate handle that protects the mechanism.
Dont suppose it does fit the xc90 too, does it?!?!
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Old Jun 25th, 2011, 13:48   #22
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Dont suppose it does fit the xc90 too, does it?!?!
I've wondered that myself.
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OK,

The car went to the Volvo dealer ( while under warranty ) because the tailgate handle was sticking,
and the tailgate could not be opened easily.

Dealer "cleaned and lubricated" the assembly and returned it to me "working"
stating that the part had not failed so Volvo would not replace it.

I disputed this on the grounds that that the part had a material defect -
namely the manufacturing process used to prevent corrosion ( zinc passivation ) had failed
during the warranty period, and argued that the part should be replaced under warranty.

After sending a photograph ( attached ) to Volvo Customers of the visible part of the tailgate handle pivot pin,
AFTER it had been "cleaned and lubricated" by the dealer, Volvo Customer services have agreed to replace it without charge,
although "without prejudice" and the caveat that this is a gesture of goodwill.
They do not admit that the part actually needs changing !

So it looks like I have another 2 - 3 years before I need to do the stainless steel rod modification myself :-)

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So it looks like I have another 2 - 3 years before I need to do the stainless steel rod modification myself :-)

Spray some Dinitrol in there. That's what I've done with mine.

I think Volvo should fit a stainless pin or the version with the cover to new Volvos. It's not a very durable design as it is.
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Just joined the forum, saw this, doing the repair on Saturday - cheers!
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I wonder if you could have the dealer do the work under warranty and replace the defective Volvo part with a proper stainless steel bar that you supply? Might give them a call. I can imagine the answer, but its worth a shot.
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I have asked that this thread be placed in the Articles section. I have requested this before for David's posts, sometimes it happens, sometimes not.

I think David's posts are invaluable and it would be nice to have them all in one place. Does anyone else agree?

Thanks David (BestGear)

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I have asked that this thread be placed in the Articles section. I have requested this before for David's posts, sometimes it happens, sometimes not.

I think David's posts are invaluable and it would be nice to have them all in one place. Does anyone else agree?

Thanks David (BestGear)

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I agree and have previously asked but it just never happens...
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I agree and have previously asked but it just never happens...
I asked for various good and often referred to articles to get moved too....
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Did repair following your guide, however I found that the spring was also snapped on one side. Phoned Volvo today and was informed that this was not a seperate part and quoted £92 for full handle assembley!!
Anyone got any ideas!!

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