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JIM C · Nov 13th, 2007, 19:54

If the V50 is anthing like the S60 I fitted the wiring kit myself just following Volvo`s instruction booklet. Everything just plugged in. Next visit the dealer for a software upgrade.

fitfurnowt · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:01

Did you buy the original Volvo relay unit or was it an after market one? If the Volvo unit, how much?

JIM C · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:05

I just bought the complete wiring kit for the 13 pin socket with relays, fuses etc. I am guessing put I think it was £70-£80. The instructions were excellent. You could always buy the wiring kit and get an auto electrician to fit the kit.

JIM C · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:09

This may help a link to the V50 wiring instruction booklet.

http://vccs.volvocars.se/accessories...d-01312c401e6b

fitfurnowt · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:22

Jim, thanks for your input.
Was it a Volvo kit?
I would have no worry's fitting a Volvo kit myself as the instructions are here http://vccs.volvocars.se/accessories...4-b8785f260b74
Bearing in mind what Clan wrote above, it's this after market relay and its effects it might have on the system thats got me trembling! I'm OK at the physical side of pulling bits off and plugging bits in, Its the computer stuff and electronics side that I have little knowledge of.

JIM C · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:23

Yes I bought the gen Volvo kit.

Best of luck.

Clan · Nov 13th, 2007, 20:26

surely that includes fitting the towbar ? does it include the price of the wiring and trailer module and software?

fitfurnowt · Nov 13th, 2007, 21:23

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Originally Posted by Clan

surely that includes fitting the towbar ? does it include the price of the wiring and trailer module and software?

When I spoke to "Service" I told them exactly what I wanted. They called back and gave me the prices.
The girl was still on on the other end of the phone when I came round so I asked to speak to one of the technicians to talk over any options. The price was for fitting of the module, wiring loom (?) and 3 software upgrades. It doesn't include the tow bar. I told them the state of play with he car as well -towbar fitted with the socket bolted to it and the wire routed into the car. They don't even have to take the bumper off to route the wire from the socket.

I'm going to call them again tomorrow and get the price of the Volvo kit. I might try another dealer as well for fitting prices. Thanks Jim.

JIM C · Nov 13th, 2007, 21:26

Think its worth getting another quote. Thats mega money.

fitfurnowt · Nov 13th, 2007, 21:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by JIM C

Think its worth getting another quote. Thats mega money.

Yep, I agree. Just been on the Volvo web site and have 5 dealers I can get too. I'll call them all tomorrow and post the prices.

Nov 13th, 2007, 19:54	#11
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	If the V50 is anthing like the S60 I fitted the wiring kit myself just following Volvo`s instruction booklet. Everything just plugged in. Next visit the dealer for a software upgrade. __________________

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:05	#13
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	I just bought the complete wiring kit for the 13 pin socket with relays, fuses etc. I am guessing put I think it was £70-£80. The instructions were excellent. You could always buy the wiring kit and get an auto electrician to fit the kit. __________________

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:09	#14
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	This may help a link to the V50 wiring instruction booklet. http://vccs.volvocars.se/accessories...d-01312c401e6b __________________

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:23	#16
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	Yes I bought the gen Volvo kit. Best of luck. __________________

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:26	#17
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 14:22 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	surely that includes fitting the towbar ? does it include the price of the wiring and trailer module and software? __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:01	#12
fitfurnowt New Member Last Online: Sep 28th, 2008 18:53 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Somewhere	Did you buy the original Volvo relay unit or was it an after market one? If the Volvo unit, how much?

Nov 13th, 2007, 20:22	#15
fitfurnowt New Member Last Online: Sep 28th, 2008 18:53 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Somewhere	Jim, thanks for your input. Was it a Volvo kit? I would have no worry's fitting a Volvo kit myself as the instructions are here http://vccs.volvocars.se/accessories...4-b8785f260b74 Bearing in mind what Clan wrote above, it's this after market relay and its effects it might have on the system thats got me trembling! I'm OK at the physical side of pulling bits off and plugging bits in, Its the computer stuff and electronics side that I have little knowledge of.

Nov 13th, 2007, 21:26	#19
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	Think its worth getting another quote. Thats mega money. __________________

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