Other S60 Problem: - Cruise control fail linked to clutch fluid leak

krypton · May 29th, 2011, 10:10

Hi, i've seen a few threads on this issue. but have a few questions if that's ok.

my S60's 'Engine Service Required' alert appeared last week. I've had it checked out and was advised that the issue is very common in that the clutch master cylinder is weeping fluid onto the clutch sensor hence cruise control is effected. I understand that the sensor has been damaged by the leak directly above it.

Both need to be replaced and is £350 inc VAT.

If this is such a common issue and seemingly a design flaw? has there been a recall?

Is the cost a reasonable one?

Is the clutch sensor adequately protected - does it actually need to be replaced?

Thanks in advance.

Clan · May 29th, 2011, 11:06

what i would do is change the sensor ( £40) and put some cloth above it to absorb any fluid weep vapour from the cylinder , the cylinder only weeps slightly , not enough to cause any problems or noticable fluid loss and doesnt get worse.

Lancee · May 29th, 2011, 13:43

I taped a plastic bag around the second replacement sensor on mine when the first replacement sensor was contaminated after just over a year.
No problems since, as Clan says about £40 for the part, you can replace it yourself, although some contortionism may be required !

krypton · May 29th, 2011, 18:10

Really pleased with the speedy Responce. Thanks for that. Is there anything you can point me to that shows me where the sensor is?

So changing the sensor is relatively simple, although the garage did say that remedy for the clutch leak didn't need to be imminent I'm worried that my family and I may have to make an call to the aa on the a66 mid winter. Is this something I should be concerned about short term? the car has 55k on the clock.

Thanks guys.

Brendan W · May 30th, 2011, 09:34

There is a panel just above the pedals that will have to be removed. The sensor is over towards the brake pedal, pale green thing like a miniature bicycle pump. Push the seat fully back, lie down in the footwell and look up. There is a two wire plug to be disconnected and the sensor is attached by push fit ball joints, 10 minutes. I am about to fit my third. I will fit a cloth or plastic bag this time. Two years since the first failure and no sign of fluid loss.
V70 D5 2003 105k miles

peterj83 · Jul 13th, 2011, 21:59

Hi,

I am having the same issue on the car, was quoted £375 by volvo today and following the information on here I am looking at buying the part and fitting it myself. Could you guys tell me the best place to get one from??

Thanks
Peterj

Brendan W · Jul 13th, 2011, 22:10

I bought mine from Rufe at FRF motors in Swansea.

Clan · Jul 13th, 2011, 22:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by peterj83

Hi,

I am having the same issue on the car, was quoted £375 by volvo today and following the information on here I am looking at buying the part and fitting it myself. Could you guys tell me the best place to get one from??

Thanks
Peterj

That is outrageous , i would love to ask them how they justify a weeks wage to fit something which costs £50 ( inc VAT ) in literaly 2 minutes ( although the official time is 12 minutes ! ) .... OK they will have to connect up the computer to clear the fault codes but that is only jusifiable to 18 minutes labour ... they must be charging about £650 an hour at that rate .

111 · Jul 19th, 2011, 15:27

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=100829
photo of mine in 5th thread if you dont already have one, its the white unit & green plug attached to the clutch pedal.

May 29th, 2011, 10:10	#1
krypton New Member Last Online: Jan 2nd, 2019 08:37 Join Date: May 2011 Location: hartlepool	Cruise control fail linked to clutch fluid leak Hi, i've seen a few threads on this issue. but have a few questions if that's ok. my S60's 'Engine Service Required' alert appeared last week. I've had it checked out and was advised that the issue is very common in that the clutch master cylinder is weeping fluid onto the clutch sensor hence cruise control is effected. I understand that the sensor has been damaged by the leak directly above it. Both need to be replaced and is £350 inc VAT. If this is such a common issue and seemingly a design flaw? has there been a recall? Is the cost a reasonable one? Is the clutch sensor adequately protected - does it actually need to be replaced? Thanks in advance.

May 29th, 2011, 11:06	#2
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:51 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	what i would do is change the sensor ( £40) and put some cloth above it to absorb any fluid weep vapour from the cylinder , the cylinder only weeps slightly , not enough to cause any problems or noticable fluid loss and doesnt get worse. __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

May 29th, 2011, 13:43	#3
Lancee Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:19 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Devon	I taped a plastic bag around the second replacement sensor on mine when the first replacement sensor was contaminated after just over a year. No problems since, as Clan says about £40 for the part, you can replace it yourself, although some contortionism may be required !

May 29th, 2011, 18:10	#4
krypton New Member Last Online: Jan 2nd, 2019 08:37 Join Date: May 2011 Location: hartlepool	Really pleased with the speedy Responce. Thanks for that. Is there anything you can point me to that shows me where the sensor is? So changing the sensor is relatively simple, although the garage did say that remedy for the clutch leak didn't need to be imminent I'm worried that my family and I may have to make an call to the aa on the a66 mid winter. Is this something I should be concerned about short term? the car has 55k on the clock. Thanks guys.

May 30th, 2011, 09:34	#5
Brendan W Premier Member Last Online: Apr 2nd, 2024 19:50 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Wexford	There is a panel just above the pedals that will have to be removed. The sensor is over towards the brake pedal, pale green thing like a miniature bicycle pump. Push the seat fully back, lie down in the footwell and look up. There is a two wire plug to be disconnected and the sensor is attached by push fit ball joints, 10 minutes. I am about to fit my third. I will fit a cloth or plastic bag this time. Two years since the first failure and no sign of fluid loss. V70 D5 2003 105k miles

Jul 13th, 2011, 21:59	#6
peterj83 New Member Last Online: Jul 14th, 2011 06:56 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: chepstow	Hi, I am having the same issue on the car, was quoted £375 by volvo today and following the information on here I am looking at buying the part and fitting it myself. Could you guys tell me the best place to get one from?? Thanks Peterj

Jul 13th, 2011, 22:10	#7
Brendan W Premier Member Last Online: Apr 2nd, 2024 19:50 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Wexford	I bought mine from Rufe at FRF motors in Swansea.

Jul 19th, 2011, 15:27	#9
111 Darkest Stockton-on-Tees Last Online: Jan 17th, 2024 08:06 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Stockton-on-Tees	http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=100829 photo of mine in 5th thread if you dont already have one, its the white unit & green plug attached to the clutch pedal.

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