Advice please! What to look out for on a 2005 2.5T XC90

Dave74 · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:08

Hello everyone, I've been using this forum to try and get a rough idea of what to check for when buying a XC90 T5 S. I've got a few points to look out for (propshaft not turning when all wheels grounded, cold start problems = injectors on the way out - hope that's right?)
But was wondering if anyone could put together a 'checklist' ?

The model I'm picking up tomorrow is a 2005 - '05'http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...#ht_732wt_1139
I hope the price isn't 'too good to be true'! I'm guessing it's because it's a petrol?? But with full Volvo history (I've called the dealership to check all work that has been done) I hope it's a safe bet.

I appreciate any help/advice on what to look for before parting with my hard-earned!

Cheers

400-ascona · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:14

It was my understanding that 4wd was optional on the 2.5T, however I could be wrong, and its easy to check (no front to rear prop shaft!).

Dave74 · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:17

I'm presuming the AWD means All Wheel Drive? Which this model states it has, like you say - there's one way to find out!!

Cheers.

400-ascona · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:22

It certainly does. Worth a look just to check. If it has one, see if it turns by hand like the advice for the D5's. Not sure if it has the splined sleeve (the T6 doesn't), but if it does its worth checking. Look for water under the amplifier under the drivers seat.
If you can, get it plugged into an OBDII code reader and check for any "pending" fault codes.
Other than that just the usual make sure absolutely everything works as it should.

Dave74 · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:32

Thanks for those pointers, I've made a note to take with me.
I'll be driving straight to a Volvo specialist after collecting the car to have the belts and tensioners done as they're due on the next service (96k) but as the mileage stands at 92k I'd rather not wait till then. I will ask those guys to connect it to an OBDII code reader then.

Thanks again.

Dave74 · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:33

Sorry, forgot to ask, what am I looking for regards the splined sleeve? What does it look like and what shouldn't it look like!! If you know what I mean!

400-ascona · Jan 12th, 2011, 21:35

You can't see it. But if its worn your AWD wont work. Grabbing the prop shaft and trying to turn it is one of the tests, it shouldn't turn.

highdale · Jan 13th, 2011, 16:14

I would love to know how it turns out for you i did see a similar car on autotrader on monday it did not last long !!! (gone in hours!!)

Looks like a really nice car all the best

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:08	#1
Dave74 New Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2016 16:36 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Linslade	Advice please! What to look out for on a 2005 2.5T XC90 Hello everyone, I've been using this forum to try and get a rough idea of what to check for when buying a XC90 T5 S. I've got a few points to look out for (propshaft not turning when all wheels grounded, cold start problems = injectors on the way out - hope that's right?) But was wondering if anyone could put together a 'checklist' ? The model I'm picking up tomorrow is a 2005 - '05'http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...#ht_732wt_1139 I hope the price isn't 'too good to be true'! I'm guessing it's because it's a petrol?? But with full Volvo history (I've called the dealership to check all work that has been done) I hope it's a safe bet. I appreciate any help/advice on what to look for before parting with my hard-earned! Cheers

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:14	#2
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2024 10:21 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	It was my understanding that 4wd was optional on the 2.5T, however I could be wrong, and its easy to check (no front to rear prop shaft!). __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Mercedes C63 AMG Estate; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:22	#4
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2024 10:21 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	It certainly does. Worth a look just to check. If it has one, see if it turns by hand like the advice for the D5's. Not sure if it has the splined sleeve (the T6 doesn't), but if it does its worth checking. Look for water under the amplifier under the drivers seat. If you can, get it plugged into an OBDII code reader and check for any "pending" fault codes. Other than that just the usual make sure absolutely everything works as it should. __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Mercedes C63 AMG Estate; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:35	#7
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2024 10:21 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	You can't see it. But if its worn your AWD wont work. Grabbing the prop shaft and trying to turn it is one of the tests, it shouldn't turn. __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Mercedes C63 AMG Estate; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:17	#3
Dave74 New Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2016 16:36 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Linslade	I'm presuming the AWD means All Wheel Drive? Which this model states it has, like you say - there's one way to find out!! Cheers.

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:32	#5
Dave74 New Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2016 16:36 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Linslade	Thanks for those pointers, I've made a note to take with me. I'll be driving straight to a Volvo specialist after collecting the car to have the belts and tensioners done as they're due on the next service (96k) but as the mileage stands at 92k I'd rather not wait till then. I will ask those guys to connect it to an OBDII code reader then. Thanks again.

Jan 12th, 2011, 21:33	#6
Dave74 New Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2016 16:36 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Linslade	Sorry, forgot to ask, what am I looking for regards the splined sleeve? What does it look like and what shouldn't it look like!! If you know what I mean!

Jan 13th, 2011, 16:14	#8
highdale New Member Last Online: Jan 14th, 2011 21:31 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: derbyshire	I would love to know how it turns out for you i did see a similar car on autotrader on monday it did not last long !!! (gone in hours!!) Looks like a really nice car all the best

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