C70: - 2004 1.9CC coupe

KIWIC70 · Dec 2nd, 2019, 08:40

Hi you Guys and Gals out there - do hope you can assist. Our oldish C70 softop had a failed battery, had it properly charged at the garage, but now when we have driven it it keeps spluttering, almost like it is going to cut out with all dash board lights coming up, then drives on and after a few km does it again. Obviously cannot drive it too far at the moment - so any tips or suggestions would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance PS. do you think we needs a new fuel filter? Kiwi cas

Luxobarge · Dec 2nd, 2019, 08:42

You say it had a failed battery - have you replaced it? I think that's the first thing I'd do, or at least check it thoroughly.

DSK · Dec 2nd, 2019, 09:21

What Battery do you have on their now? Brand, Amps, Cranking etc?
If this is the only change prior to this issue, I'd say start again with a decent battery or have it exchanged to see what difference is made.

Whilst the C70 isn't the most taxing on batteries, it's certainly not a fan of cheap/basic/under powered batteries.

I always get Bosch S5's from Tanya and they are great performers. The cars certainly prefer this to the Bosch S4 which I think is the default recommendation.

(It is possible to get duff new batteries, had a couple that lasted days from the likes of Motaquip and Lion).

DaveNP · Dec 2nd, 2019, 10:53

With it spluttering and faltering with all the dash lights coming on, is it the problem with the ignition lock/switch? Next time it does it try wiggling the ignition key just a little bit to see if it improves.

V70Zig · Dec 2nd, 2019, 16:24

Any of the above replies, but when my 1999 V70 did the same it turned out to be the alternator that was on it's way out. So worth getting it checked......

Dec 2nd, 2019, 08:40	#1
KIWIC70 New Member Last Online: Dec 2nd, 2019 08:51 Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Waikato	2004 1.9CC coupe Hi you Guys and Gals out there - do hope you can assist. Our oldish C70 softop had a failed battery, had it properly charged at the garage, but now when we have driven it it keeps spluttering, almost like it is going to cut out with all dash board lights coming up, then drives on and after a few km does it again. Obviously cannot drive it too far at the moment - so any tips or suggestions would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance PS. do you think we needs a new fuel filter? Kiwi cas

Dec 2nd, 2019, 08:42	#2
Luxobarge Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:47 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Horne (Nr. Horley)	You say it had a failed battery - have you replaced it? I think that's the first thing I'd do, or at least check it thoroughly. __________________ Some people are like Slinkies, they serve no useful purpose but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them downstairs.

Dec 2nd, 2019, 09:21	#3
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	What Battery do you have on their now? Brand, Amps, Cranking etc? If this is the only change prior to this issue, I'd say start again with a decent battery or have it exchanged to see what difference is made. Whilst the C70 isn't the most taxing on batteries, it's certainly not a fan of cheap/basic/under powered batteries. I always get Bosch S5's from Tanya and they are great performers. The cars certainly prefer this to the Bosch S4 which I think is the default recommendation. (It is possible to get duff new batteries, had a couple that lasted days from the likes of Motaquip and Lion). __________________ 2000 C70 T5 GT Coupe 1998 S70R / 1995 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo 2007 Mercedes CLS 320 CDI / 2011 Mercedes S350 Bluetec 2007 Suzuki GSXR-1000

Dec 2nd, 2019, 10:53	#4
DaveNP Non VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 18:27 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Milton Keynes	With it spluttering and faltering with all the dash lights coming on, is it the problem with the ignition lock/switch? Next time it does it try wiggling the ignition key just a little bit to see if it improves. __________________ David V70 2.5 10v Torslanda Manual 98 Sreg

Dec 2nd, 2019, 16:24	#5
V70Zig Master Member Last Online: Apr 10th, 2024 16:20 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Loughborough	Any of the above replies, but when my 1999 V70 did the same it turned out to be the alternator that was on it's way out. So worth getting it checked...... __________________ 2008 V70 SE D5 Auto 185 ...now 205 Volvo Polestar......190k Passed away - 1999 V70 2.5tdi Auto 340632 miles, RIP.

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