Recommended code reader for XC90 2008?

Lukerchrdsn · Sep 3rd, 2018, 09:34

Hi there, I bought a cheap and cheerful obd2 code scanner for my 2008 XC90 however it doesn't seem to be compatible. Could anyone recommend a code reader that will work and doesn't break the bank :-) Thanks, Luke

Harley Dave · Sep 3rd, 2018, 14:23

Depending on your definition of "breaking the bank", you are probably best off contacting Cheshire5 on this forum.

See the link for more info

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...253191&page=31

Cheers

Dave

XC90Mk1 · Sep 3rd, 2018, 15:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harley Dave

Depending on your definition of "breaking the bank", you are probably best off contacting Cheshire5 on this forum.

See the link for more info

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...253191&page=31

Cheers

Dave

I would second that as well.

SwissXC90 · Sep 3rd, 2018, 16:11

And I totally third it too

aland · Sep 4th, 2018, 15:35

Like the others, I'd recommend VIDA as it's Volvo's own tool and works brilliantly.
I see the iCarsoft i906 mentioned frequently. Although I have no experience of it personally, it looks like a good, compact unit. Others may be able to provide some real-world feedback about it.

4x4 · Sep 4th, 2018, 16:28

I have an iCarsoft i906 along with Vida. The iCarsoft doesn't cover everything that Vida does although it will give a good indication of any problems along with the capability of clearing DTCs. It doesn't do DPF or window reset and it can't be used to switch various parts off or on like Vida can do, although it will give live readouts on certain modules and components. The main advantage of iCarsoft is you can keep it in the glovebox so it's always there should you need it when out and about.

Below are the faults my iCarsoft pulled up when I bought my XC90

Lukerchrdsn · Sep 7th, 2018, 15:35

Thanks. Swirl actualator control is the issue I am having at the moment. Appears the Swirl Link Arm plastic connector is worn and keeps falling off. Have ordered a new one. Was that the same fault as yours? Thanks Luke

4x4 · Sep 7th, 2018, 16:08

Unlikely a new arm will work, the ball end at the cylinder head side wears and the arm falls off. There are a few hacks on the internet that can sometimes work but the proper fix is to fit a new swirl flap assembly.

What diagnostics did you go for?

Lukerchrdsn · Sep 8th, 2018, 07:29

I have just ordered a iCarsoft i906, like the idea of having it in the glove box! Did you have a new swirl flap assembly fitted to yours? Costly? I recently bought the car so will be covered under warranty.

4x4 · Sep 8th, 2018, 12:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lukerchrdsn

Did you have a new swirl flap assembly fitted to yours?

Unfortunately not, the dealer I bought the XC90 from sent it to a local Volvo independent who did a repair without changing the flaps. I suspect I will have to change the whole assembly at some point in the future but it's been fine the last 9 months so I'll leave it for now

Sep 3rd, 2018, 09:34	#1
Lukerchrdsn New Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 15:24 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Sheffield	Recommended code reader for XC90 2008? Hi there, I bought a cheap and cheerful obd2 code scanner for my 2008 XC90 however it doesn't seem to be compatible. Could anyone recommend a code reader that will work and doesn't break the bank :-) Thanks, Luke

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SwissXC90 Premier Member Last Online: Mar 20th, 2024 18:26 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Cross Country	And I totally third it too __________________ XC90 R-Design MY2009, Black Sapphire Metallic. HP-Sound, RSE, Nav, Tel, ParkingCam, BLIS, ParkingHeater, RestHeat, Removable Towbar, Summer: CRATUS 20x8 on Pirelli Scorpion Zeros 255/45, Winter: NEPTUNE 17x7 on Continental WinterContact 4x4 235/65.

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aland Senior Member Last Online: Jan 17th, 2024 15:41 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Luton	Like the others, I'd recommend VIDA as it's Volvo's own tool and works brilliantly. I see the iCarsoft i906 mentioned frequently. Although I have no experience of it personally, it looks like a good, compact unit. Others may be able to provide some real-world feedback about it. __________________ 2004 V70R 2008 XC90 D5. 2011 C30 2.0 Past: V70 D5, 855 T5, 940, V40 T4, S40

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4x4 Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:06 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: North of Hadrian's Wall & South of Antonine's Wall View Photos By: 4x4	Unlikely a new arm will work, the ball end at the cylinder head side wears and the arm falls off. There are a few hacks on the internet that can sometimes work but the proper fix is to fit a new swirl flap assembly. What diagnostics did you go for? __________________ MY2010 XC90 SE (M66-manual) Magic Blue (467) Sold MY1997 850 GLT (62,000 miles) Silver Sand (419) MY2005 V70 2.5T (66,000 miles) Willow Green (471) Volvo 850 GLT website

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Sep 3rd, 2018, 14:23	#2
Harley Dave Volvo Driver Last Online: Yesterday 21:54 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Basingstoke	Depending on your definition of "breaking the bank", you are probably best off contacting Cheshire5 on this forum. See the link for more info https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...253191&page=31 Cheers Dave

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Lukerchrdsn New Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 15:24 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Sheffield	Thanks. Swirl actualator control is the issue I am having at the moment. Appears the Swirl Link Arm plastic connector is worn and keeps falling off. Have ordered a new one. Was that the same fault as yours? Thanks Luke

Sep 8th, 2018, 07:29	#9
Lukerchrdsn New Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 15:24 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Sheffield	I have just ordered a iCarsoft i906, like the idea of having it in the glove box! Did you have a new swirl flap assembly fitted to yours? Costly? I recently bought the car so will be covered under warranty.

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