General: 70: - Engine Movement

Volvo UK · Jan 19th, 2010, 16:02

Some of you may laugh at me for asking this, but here goes..

I noticed that when I had an ATF fluid flush, the chap at the Volvo Garage was cycling through the gears to check the levels.. however.. when this was done, the whole engine moved, first, forwards, then backwards when reverse was selected.

The movement was surprising!

My question is, is this normal?

CharlesStevenson · Jan 19th, 2010, 16:14

IIRC it 'could' be that the top bush over the engine has gone u/s. I don't drive an 850 atm (740) so I can only suggest whilst you wait for more replies to search back posts.

Stronger bushes for the engine etc come up on here reasonably often so it could be this.

rgds

capt jack · Jan 19th, 2010, 16:41

It should move a bit, but not too much. It's very easy to see if the original rubber bush is shot, and if it's badly gone you'll be able to rock the engine back and forth by hand.

There are a number of options. A Volvo original can be fitted, and although cheap to buy, is only as good as the original and I believe needs a press to fit it.

I replaced my top mount bush last year with a Polybush - it was an easy DIY job, and it's featured in answers on here a number of times. The bush itself cost £20 and it tok me no more than an hour to fit it.

The improvement in the 'feel' of the car (a 2.5 auto) was pronounced.

It's important to get it sorted because otherwise there'll be undue stresses and strains on other engine mounts and ancilliary components.

Cheers

Jack

FCPGroton · Jan 19th, 2010, 16:52

I does sound like your upper torque mounts are shot. I would recommend going with poly mounts if you don't mind a little bit of vibration at idle. They last forever it seems and they also help get more of your HP to the ground.

Volvo UK · Jan 20th, 2010, 12:39

Thanks Guys!

The blue brick is due into the specialists on Monday, I will get him to look at the bush and make sure all is well..

Thanks for the prompt advice!

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Volvo UK "sakerhet" Last Online: Aug 3rd, 2011 15:30 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cheltenham	Engine Movement Some of you may laugh at me for asking this, but here goes.. I noticed that when I had an ATF fluid flush, the chap at the Volvo Garage was cycling through the gears to check the levels.. however.. when this was done, the whole engine moved, first, forwards, then backwards when reverse was selected. The movement was surprising! My question is, is this normal? __________________ 1999 Volvo V70 Currently undergoing Heico surgery

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CharlesStevenson Premier Member Last Online: Mar 24th, 2024 17:33 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Nottingham	IIRC it 'could' be that the top bush over the engine has gone u/s. I don't drive an 850 atm (740) so I can only suggest whilst you wait for more replies to search back posts. Stronger bushes for the engine etc come up on here reasonably often so it could be this. rgds __________________ Now: 04 reg V70 2.4 SE 2.4 auto 177k Then: Volvo, Saab, BMW, MB, Ford, Vx, Opel, Fiat, Rover, Porsche, Alfa, Austin, Renault, etc

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FCPGroton Trader Last Online: Nov 29th, 2015 20:12 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Old Saybrook, CT	I does sound like your upper torque mounts are shot. I would recommend going with poly mounts if you don't mind a little bit of vibration at idle. They last forever it seems and they also help get more of your HP to the ground. __________________ FCP Euro Andrew Owendoff Communications Facilitator +1.877.634.0063 Get 10% off your order, use coupon code VOLVOFORUMUK : FCP Euro Official Car Parts Website <- Click

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Volvo UK "sakerhet" Last Online: Aug 3rd, 2011 15:30 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cheltenham	Thanks Guys! The blue brick is due into the specialists on Monday, I will get him to look at the bush and make sure all is well.. Thanks for the prompt advice! __________________ 1999 Volvo V70 Currently undergoing Heico surgery

Jan 19th, 2010, 16:41	#3
capt jack VOC Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 18:56 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Selby, North Yorkshire	It should move a bit, but not too much. It's very easy to see if the original rubber bush is shot, and if it's badly gone you'll be able to rock the engine back and forth by hand. There are a number of options. A Volvo original can be fitted, and although cheap to buy, is only as good as the original and I believe needs a press to fit it. I replaced my top mount bush last year with a Polybush - it was an easy DIY job, and it's featured in answers on here a number of times. The bush itself cost £20 and it tok me no more than an hour to fit it. The improvement in the 'feel' of the car (a 2.5 auto) was pronounced. It's important to get it sorted because otherwise there'll be undue stresses and strains on other engine mounts and ancilliary components. Cheers Jack

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