Newbee Help - Four c rear shock

Deefer666 · Nov 8th, 2017, 12:39

Looking to join the ranks of XC70 owners but I note car I'm off to see tomorrow has "light misting " advisory on last MOT...

Is this a "liveable" issue or a £400 at a garage job or a second hand shock from flea bay and spanners at £100..

its a 2008 Se Lux ..

Tony500 · Nov 8th, 2017, 15:44

If there is light misting that is fine, as long as it’s still doing it’s job well. Just keep an eye on it in case it does start letting the oil go. I’ve seen damp shocks last for upto 2 years, it can go at any min though and best replacing in pairs.

One of mine is leaking a little and waiting to find a bargain to replace with. Also if there is no electrics attatched it should be an hours job if you have never done it before.

Deefer666 · Nov 8th, 2017, 15:57

.. keep an eye on it then not a deal breaker on a possible purchase .
.. unfortunately i think having the 4c means there electri-trickery involved.. was hoping plug and play and ecu sorts itself out when somthing is changed....not used to owning these new fangled cars

Moose Test · Nov 8th, 2017, 22:01

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Originally Posted by Deefer666

i think having the 4c means there electri-trickery involved

Indeed. At the very least, you'll need access to VIDA in order to perform a suspension calibration.

Great cars though, I have one from the same year, with the active chassis. If you can get it at the right price, just drop it into Volvo and have them sort it properly, once and for all. You'll get years of use out of it so it isn't that expensive in the big scheme of things.

apersson850 · Nov 9th, 2017, 11:59

New shock absorbers for 4C-cars cost quite a lot.

Waynedance · Nov 9th, 2017, 15:58

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Originally Posted by apersson850

New shock absorbers for 4C-cars cost quite a lot.

Test drove an S80 with this system, was put off by the possible cost of fixing when it went wrong.

Good luck finding a cheap fix, might not be as bad as you think.

Deefer666 · Nov 10th, 2017, 14:03

Well, didn't let it put me off... got one now so can officially call myself an owner!

All fine until 100 miles into journey home...see wheel noise thread...

Finbo · Nov 12th, 2017, 08:19

Just for information, does anyone know the part numbers for the 4C suspension for a phase 3 XC70 (2008 onwards)?
I can find them for the previous model, but an internet search is more confusing for the newer model.
Thanks

lucombo · Mar 17th, 2018, 00:29

I am also looking for part number of 4C shocks front and rear for my Phase 2 XC70 2007 model year 2008.
And if any of you know where to buy them cheaper than from Volvo, would be great!
Thanks in advance.

Luca

jodiexii · Mar 22nd, 2018, 00:17

Look on eb#y for Mr-wiper, sure he stocks them

Nov 8th, 2017, 12:39	#1
Deefer666 New Member Last Online: Jan 25th, 2019 19:30 Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Northwich	Newbee Help - Four c rear shock Looking to join the ranks of XC70 owners but I note car I'm off to see tomorrow has "light misting " advisory on last MOT... Is this a "liveable" issue or a £400 at a garage job or a second hand shock from flea bay and spanners at £100.. its a 2008 Se Lux ..

Nov 8th, 2017, 15:44	#2
Tony500 Master Member Last Online: Jan 7th, 2024 14:02 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Glasgow	If there is light misting that is fine, as long as it’s still doing it’s job well. Just keep an eye on it in case it does start letting the oil go. I’ve seen damp shocks last for upto 2 years, it can go at any min though and best replacing in pairs. One of mine is leaking a little and waiting to find a bargain to replace with. Also if there is no electrics attatched it should be an hours job if you have never done it before. __________________ 2009 V70 R-Design 2.0D SE Sport 2007 XC90 D5 SE Lux 2006 XC90 V8 Executive

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Deefer666 New Member Last Online: Jan 25th, 2019 19:30 Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Northwich	.. keep an eye on it then not a deal breaker on a possible purchase . .. unfortunately i think having the 4c means there electri-trickery involved.. was hoping plug and play and ecu sorts itself out when somthing is changed....not used to owning these new fangled cars Last edited by Deefer666; Nov 8th, 2017 at 17:23.

Mar 17th, 2018, 00:29	#9
lucombo Luca Last Online: Jan 8th, 2023 22:39 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Llandudno	4C shocks part number and where to buy XC70 Ph2 2007 I am also looking for part number of 4C shocks front and rear for my Phase 2 XC70 2007 model year 2008. And if any of you know where to buy them cheaper than from Volvo, would be great! Thanks in advance. Luca

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apersson850 Premier Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 14:08 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Traryd View Photos By: apersson850	New shock absorbers for 4C-cars cost quite a lot.

Nov 10th, 2017, 14:03	#7
Deefer666 New Member Last Online: Jan 25th, 2019 19:30 Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Northwich	Well, didn't let it put me off... got one now so can officially call myself an owner! All fine until 100 miles into journey home...see wheel noise thread...

Nov 12th, 2017, 08:19	#8
Finbo Member Last Online: Apr 5th, 2024 19:29 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Somerset	Just for information, does anyone know the part numbers for the 4C suspension for a phase 3 XC70 (2008 onwards)? I can find them for the previous model, but an internet search is more confusing for the newer model. Thanks

Mar 22nd, 2018, 00:17	#10
jodiexii Senior Member Last Online: Mar 26th, 2024 15:54 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: durham	Look on eb#y for Mr-wiper, sure he stocks them

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