Other S60 Problem: - Random Questions

OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 · Aug 29th, 2013, 21:25

Hi Everybody,

rather than create multiple threads I thought id combine a few questons into one.

1. I think my top engine mount is done, there seems to be no contact between the rubber and the mount?? What symptons would I get if the mount was worn?

2. Does anyone know what this switch and led are behind the steering wheel. Ive not taken things apart yet to find out but the led doesn't go on.

3. My parking sensors don't work and im trying to find the "switch" to turn them on and off. The manual states in the luggage compartment, but im struggling to find it?? Any pictures or guidance would be appreciated.

Many thanks for any advice

Orca2 · Aug 29th, 2013, 21:34

What car and year is yours?

OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 · Aug 29th, 2013, 21:36

Sorry its an S60 52 Plate D5 SE Auto.

Orca2 · Aug 29th, 2013, 21:52

Hi oggy top mounting looks knackered you can buy just the mounting bush or the whole top bracket which is available as an upgraded version cos these original ones are so weak, I am not sure if
S60 has the bottom torque strap mounting between the front of subframe and gearbox . As v70 If it has check the small bushin the bracket bolted to the gearbox mine was completely knocked and auto shifts improved Quite a bit when I replaced it.
I avoided poly bushed one as lots of threads on here say it transmits engine vibration through body I use the car all day every day and couldn't be bothered with the vibration.
I took the bottom one apart and sleeved the old bush centre in neoprene hose from a gas cooker flexi hose the neoprene is exactly the right internal and external diameter to repack the bottom bush and is holding up perfectly.

Simon Jones · Aug 30th, 2013, 23:49

The switch and LED are definately non-standard. Just a thought, could question 2 be the answer to question 3?

OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 · Aug 31st, 2013, 20:45

Yeah, I did think it may be linked but I thought the sensors were standard. Probably best to get into the wires and have a look. Thanks anyway.

JameseT5 · Aug 31st, 2013, 21:04

Replace the top mount with a Powerflex top mount, really easy job. I've got a different shape bushing to yours but I did my top mount and strut brace tension bushes with the Powerflex Black series. There's more cabin vibration but you get used to that.

JameseT5 · Aug 31st, 2013, 21:05

P.S, just make sure you copper grease the bushing well otherwise it can deteriorate more quickly.

S60D5-185 · Aug 31st, 2013, 21:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by JameseT5

Replace the top mount with a Powerflex top mount, really easy job. I've got a different shape bushing to yours but I did my top mount and strut brace tension bushes with the Powerflex Black series. There's more cabin vibration but you get used to that.

DON'T DO THIS ON A D5.

The vibration will be horrendous !!!!

Darryl

Georgeandkira · Aug 31st, 2013, 21:40

Hello, I added a poly bushing to my petrol model over the objection of a nearby Volvo mechanic. The shaking was UNBELIEVABLE! ! Kira

Aug 29th, 2013, 21:25	#1
OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 New Member Last Online: Jun 11th, 2014 11:37 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Aberdeen	Random Questions Hi Everybody, rather than create multiple threads I thought id combine a few questons into one. 1. I think my top engine mount is done, there seems to be no contact between the rubber and the mount?? What symptons would I get if the mount was worn? 2. Does anyone know what this switch and led are behind the steering wheel. Ive not taken things apart yet to find out but the led doesn't go on. 3. My parking sensors don't work and im trying to find the "switch" to turn them on and off. The manual states in the luggage compartment, but im struggling to find it?? Any pictures or guidance would be appreciated. Many thanks for any advice

Aug 31st, 2013, 21:40	#10
Georgeandkira Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 20:28 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hackensack	Petrol as well Hello, I added a poly bushing to my petrol model over the objection of a nearby Volvo mechanic. The shaking was UNBELIEVABLE! ! Kira

Aug 29th, 2013, 21:34	#2
Orca2 I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 24th, 2020 22:42 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Glasgow	What car and year is yours?

Aug 29th, 2013, 21:36	#3
OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 New Member Last Online: Jun 11th, 2014 11:37 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Aberdeen	Sorry its an S60 52 Plate D5 SE Auto.

Aug 29th, 2013, 21:52	#4
Orca2 I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 24th, 2020 22:42 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Glasgow	Hi oggy top mounting looks knackered you can buy just the mounting bush or the whole top bracket which is available as an upgraded version cos these original ones are so weak, I am not sure if S60 has the bottom torque strap mounting between the front of subframe and gearbox . As v70 If it has check the small bushin the bracket bolted to the gearbox mine was completely knocked and auto shifts improved Quite a bit when I replaced it. I avoided poly bushed one as lots of threads on here say it transmits engine vibration through body I use the car all day every day and couldn't be bothered with the vibration. I took the bottom one apart and sleeved the old bush centre in neoprene hose from a gas cooker flexi hose the neoprene is exactly the right internal and external diameter to repack the bottom bush and is holding up perfectly.

Aug 30th, 2013, 23:49	#5
Simon Jones Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2022 11:23 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Salisbury (ish)	The switch and LED are definately non-standard. Just a thought, could question 2 be the answer to question 3?

Aug 31st, 2013, 20:45	#6
OGGYOGGYOGGY1983 New Member Last Online: Jun 11th, 2014 11:37 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Aberdeen	Yeah, I did think it may be linked but I thought the sensors were standard. Probably best to get into the wires and have a look. Thanks anyway.

Aug 31st, 2013, 21:04	#7
JameseT5 Hyper-car-driac Last Online: May 19th, 2015 21:39 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brecon	Replace the top mount with a Powerflex top mount, really easy job. I've got a different shape bushing to yours but I did my top mount and strut brace tension bushes with the Powerflex Black series. There's more cabin vibration but you get used to that.

Aug 31st, 2013, 21:05	#8
JameseT5 Hyper-car-driac Last Online: May 19th, 2015 21:39 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brecon	P.S, just make sure you copper grease the bushing well otherwise it can deteriorate more quickly.

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