V60 D4 (VEA) manual - service number 6

[Zebster]

My 2015 V60 D4 (VEA) manual is 5 years old next month and needs service number 6. It'll be on about 82k miles.

I've been trying to find what the listed service items are, however these are not shown in my service record, neither can I find them on the Volvo website. Please does anyone have a suggestion where I might find this information, ideally in a link?

I'm minded to do the work myself. Is this a reasonable proposition for an experienced DIYer with a decent tool kit, but no VIDA/DiCE nor any other specialist Volvo tools? I realise that I'm obviously going to need some detailed info, such as volume of oil, etc.

[Chrisv60]

The online pricing system for 5 years old, 92k gives £805 (in Carlisle):-

Included in this service
Examples of service actions:
Brake pads, brake discs - check
SRI - set the service reminder indicator (SRI) to zero
Engine, transmission - check for leaks
Camshaft belt and auxiliary belt replace
Auxilary belt tensioner and idler roller replace
Air cleaner passenger compartment replace

Additional actions completed at this service
Automatic transmission control - check the park / neutral position (PNP) switch
Engine coolant - check and adjust the antifreeze/corrosion protection strength
Engine oil, oil filter - change oil and oil filter
External lighting - check the function
Fluid levels - engine compartment - check and adjust the brake Fluid, clutch fluid, power steering fluid, washer fluid, coolant level
Fuel filter - drain off the condensation
Horn - check operation
Parking brake - check and adjust
Roof system - check and lubricate
Seat belts - check the function and for signs of wear
Valve stem intake, all check
Washers and wipers for windshields and headlamps - check the function and for signs of wear
Wheels and tyres: check for damage, thread depth of tyres in mm FL_____, FR_____, RL_____, RR_____
Headlamp/fog lamp - check and align headlamps
Reset tyre pressure monitor system
Tyres excl. spare wheel: check and adjust the air pressure FL_____,FR_____,RL_____,RR_____
N/A
Vehicle with camera for collision warning - clean the inside of the windscreen in front of the camera lens

Excluded in this service (may need replacing)
Brake fluid replace
£50
Reservoir sealing fluid replacement- Control and replace every four years
£45

https://www.volvocars.com/uk/own/mai...e/book/details

I'd do mine myself but I'm worried about keeping the full Volvo service history for future problems. Despite about 4 coolers and a new engine 10000 miles ago, I've already got severe hesitation at low throttle so I'm expecting the tortoise any day soon.

[Zebster]

Originally Posted by Chrisv60

The online pricing system for 5 years old, 92k gives £805 (in Carlisle):-

Included in this service
Examples of service actions:
Brake pads, brake discs - check
SRI - set the service reminder indicator (SRI) to zero
Engine, transmission - check for leaks
Camshaft belt and auxiliary belt replace
Auxilary belt tensioner and idler roller replace
Air cleaner passenger compartment replace

Additional actions completed at this service
Automatic transmission control - check the park / neutral position (PNP) switch
Engine coolant - check and adjust the antifreeze/corrosion protection strength
Engine oil, oil filter - change oil and oil filter
External lighting - check the function
Fluid levels - engine compartment - check and adjust the brake Fluid, clutch fluid, power steering fluid, washer fluid, coolant level
Fuel filter - drain off the condensation
Horn - check operation
Parking brake - check and adjust
Roof system - check and lubricate
Seat belts - check the function and for signs of wear
Valve stem intake, all check
Washers and wipers for windshields and headlamps - check the function and for signs of wear
Wheels and tyres: check for damage, thread depth of tyres in mm FL_____, FR_____, RL_____, RR_____
Headlamp/fog lamp - check and align headlamps
Reset tyre pressure monitor system
Tyres excl. spare wheel: check and adjust the air pressure FL_____,FR_____,RL_____,RR_____
N/A
Vehicle with camera for collision warning - clean the inside of the windscreen in front of the camera lens

Excluded in this service (may need replacing)
Brake fluid replace
£50
Reservoir sealing fluid replacement- Control and replace every four years
£45

https://www.volvocars.com/uk/own/mai...e/book/details

I'd do mine myself but I'm worried about keeping the full Volvo service history for future problems. Despite about 4 coolers and a new engine 10000 miles ago, I've already got severe hesitation at low throttle so I'm expecting the tortoise any day soon.

Thanks for the link, but while I can get a quote (£420) I can't get the detailed breakdown that you've posted (which I suspect was for service number 5?). It still seems very expensive for what I'm guessing is a glorified oil change and a breakdown recovery annual policy (having said that, does anyone know how 'valve stem intake, all check' is performed and the assessment criteria?).

I also share your concern about Volvo being less willing to help with future problems if we do not maintain the FVSH, especially as these VEA engines cannot really be trusted. I'll probably call my local dealer and try to get a quote that doesn't include the breakdown recovery. I should probably also ask about the outstanding 'recall' actions, as I'm one of the many left in limbo by Volvo and their appalling treatment of potentially affected owners.

I don't want to tempt fate, but my car is running fine.

[Chrisv60]

I'm not sure why you're on service 6 at 5 years old but 6 years old, 108k gives me £475 in Warrington. If you click on the 'i' next to the service it gives a breakdown:-

Included in this service

Examples of service actions:
Brake pads, brake discs - check
SRI - set the service reminder indicator (SRI) to zero
Engine, transmission - check for leaks
Air cleaner passenger compartment replace
Fuel filter replacement
Air cleaner engine replace

Additional actions completed at this service
Automatic transmission control - check the park / neutral position (PNP) switch
Engine coolant - check and adjust the antifreeze/corrosion protection strength
Engine oil, oil filter - change oil and oil filter
External lighting - check the function
Fluid levels - engine compartment - check and adjust the brake Fluid, clutch fluid, power steering fluid, washer fluid, coolant level
Fuel filter - drain off the condensation
Horn - check operation
Parking brake - check and adjust
Roof system - check and lubricate
Seat belts - check the function and for signs of wear
Valve stem intake, all check
Washers and wipers for windshields and headlamps - check the function and for signs of wear
Wheels and tyres: check for damage, thread depth of tyres in mm FL_____, FR_____, RL_____, RR_____
Headlamp/fog lamp - check and align headlamps
Reset tyre pressure monitor system
Tyres excl. spare wheel: check and adjust the air pressure FL_____,FR_____,RL_____,RR_____
AWD: Final drive, bevel gear - check for leaks
AWD: Propeller shaft, pilot bearing, universal joint - check for signs of wear
Brake lines, fuel lines, fuel filter - check for leakage and damage
Drive shafts - check for wear - check rubber bellows for condition / damage
Front suspension, steering system - check for wear and damage
Rear wheel suspension - check for wear and damage
Vehicle with camera for collision warning - clean the inside of the windscreen in front of the camera lens

Excluded in this service (may need replacing)
Brake fluid replace
£65
Reservoir sealing fluid replacement- Control and replace every four years
£50

I spent quite a bit of the summer driving round the south coast and Scotland and it performed beautifully and I started to warm to it again. However, within 2 weeks of getting back from Scotland a hesitation started when cruising around 30 - 40mph which seems to be getting worse. I'm waiting for the recall letter as I'm hoping it will fall under that.

[Clan]

Originally Posted by Zebster

My 2015 V60 D4 (VEA) manual is 5 years old next month and needs service number 6. It'll be on about 82k miles.

I've been trying to find what the listed service items are, however these are not shown in my service record, neither can I find them on the Volvo website. Please does anyone have a suggestion where I might find this information, ideally in a link?

I'm minded to do the work myself. Is this a reasonable proposition for an experienced DIYer with a decent tool kit, but no VIDA/DiCE nor any other specialist Volvo tools? I realise that I'm obviously going to need some detailed info, such as volume of oil, etc.

your car should be having the 5th year / 90000 mile service , number 5

The main thing here is the cambelt and related parts , the interval has recently been reduced from 150000 miles to 90000 miles ...

It is critical you only add exactly 5 litres of volvo SPECIFIC RBS0-2AE 0w-20 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil .
the oil level gauge MUST also me calibrated as part of the service . Breakdown cover is free ,you might as well take it up ... it costs the dealer nothing so they will not take money off... it has no cost ...

[Zebster]

Originally Posted by Clan

your car should be having the 5th year / 90000 mile service , number 5

The main thing here is the cambelt and related parts , the interval has recently been reduced from 150000 miles to 90000 miles ...

It is critical you only add exactly 5 litres of volvo SPECIFIC RBS0-2AE 0w-20 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil .
the oil level gauge MUST also me calibrated as part of the service . Breakdown cover is free ,you might as well take it up ... it costs the dealer nothing so they will not take money off... it has no cost ...

When it was new my car was a leasehire vehicle that racked up a high mileage, resulting in 3 services being required in the first 2 years. In recent years the mileage has become far less than 18k p.a., hence the servicing has reverted to being annual, but nevertheless still 'one service ahead' of what the age would suggest.

Clan, do you have any knowledge of the intake valve stem checks? I imagine it's a new thing since the associated recall, but I've no idea how these checks are made?

[Clan]

Originally Posted by Zebster

When it was new my car was a leasehire vehicle that racked up a high mileage, resulting in 3 services being required in the first 2 years. In recent years the mileage has become far less than 18k p.a., hence the servicing has reverted to being annual, but nevertheless still 'one service ahead' of what the age would suggest.

Clan, do you have any knowledge of the intake valve stem checks?

alas no , i cant see how you can inspect inlet valve stems without taking the Inlet manifold off . Let the dealer explain it ... Maybe this is something to do with the recent recall ..

[Zebster]

It seems a bit cheeky that 'valve stem intake, all check' has become a service item (presumably for which the customer is charged) if the requirement for that procedure has arisen in relation to a recall issue!

I'll be sure to mention this and the outstanding recall with the service desk.

If I was to buy a VIDA 2014d DVD from eBay would it contain all the info I require to perform a DIY service?

[Clan]

Originally Posted by Zebster

It seems a bit cheeky that 'valve stem intake, all check' has become a service item (presumably for which the customer is charged) if the requirement for that procedure has arisen in relation to a recall issue!

I'll be sure to mention this and the outstanding recall with the service desk.

If I was to buy a VIDA 2014d DVD from eBay would it contain all the info I require to perform a DIY service?

Indeed , pass on what it means :-)

[Zebster]

So if I was to buy VIDA 2014d DVD, would it contain all the info I require to perform a DIY service?