Xc90 starting issues

Robxc902009 · Feb 20th, 2018, 23:12

Hi guys, I have a 2009 xc90 d5. Every 4th or 5th time I use the car, sometimes a couple of days between uses, it won't start 1st time. It try's to turn over and makes all the right noises but just won't fire up regardless of how long I leave the key turned or pump the accelerator. However, it always starts the second time without fail. Any ideas? Was thinking an imobiliser issue.

colinbos · Feb 20th, 2018, 23:26

What does VIDA say ? Any errors showing up?

Robxc902009 · Feb 20th, 2018, 23:30

Only recently (last few weeks) been doing it. Wanted to get some advice first before taking to a garage in case they try to rip me off. Can I assume VIDA is some kind of diagnostic computer?

60041 · Feb 21st, 2018, 00:50

Mine often does this if it has had a week or two of short journeys or has been standing for some time: I have always assumed that the battery voltage is low, causing slow cranking. It never fails to start but, as you say, it can take 2 attempts.
After a few days of longer runs or an overnight battery charge, the problem always disappears.

SwissXC90 · Feb 21st, 2018, 05:36

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Originally Posted by Robxc902009

Can I assume VIDA is some kind of diagnostic computer?

VIDA is the Volvo diagnostic software, which is the best means of diagnosing such a problem

Universal code readers often do not provide enough detail to read all the stored fault codes and their associated logged data, which is why VIDA is recommended in this case...

colinbos · Feb 21st, 2018, 08:33

As people have said, give the battery a good charge up. See what happens then.

If you need a VIDA attaching, private message me, I have one, Im in Formby.

Robxc902009 · Feb 21st, 2018, 16:51

Thanks guys I'll see how it goes, not overly concerned tbh as it does allways start second time round if not the first. Was just curious as to wether anyone else had come across this.

Peter86 · Feb 21st, 2018, 18:48

Have you checked there's been no recalls on your car. There have been a few issues reported about fuel leaks etc a while back now, worth checking in case your getting any air in the system. Plus helps rule out anything along them lines.
I did my v70 online the other week, luckily I'm up to date with everything.

Its simple to do online and free.

Feb 20th, 2018, 23:12	#1
Robxc902009 New Member Last Online: Aug 25th, 2018 16:52 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Runcorn nr Liverpool	Xc90 starting issues Hi guys, I have a 2009 xc90 d5. Every 4th or 5th time I use the car, sometimes a couple of days between uses, it won't start 1st time. It try's to turn over and makes all the right noises but just won't fire up regardless of how long I leave the key turned or pump the accelerator. However, it always starts the second time without fail. Any ideas? Was thinking an imobiliser issue.

Feb 21st, 2018, 00:50	#4
60041 Premier Member Last Online: Mar 28th, 2024 10:19 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: North Northumberland	Mine often does this if it has had a week or two of short journeys or has been standing for some time: I have always assumed that the battery voltage is low, causing slow cranking. It never fails to start but, as you say, it can take 2 attempts. After a few days of longer runs or an overnight battery charge, the problem always disappears. __________________ 2018 V90CC D4, 2022 XC40 1940 Matchless G3, 1980 Moto Guzzi T3 Coming soon:- 1947Rover 14 P2

Feb 21st, 2018, 18:48	#8
Peter86 Pete Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 22:21 Join Date: May 2013 Location: North West	Have you checked there's been no recalls on your car. There have been a few issues reported about fuel leaks etc a while back now, worth checking in case your getting any air in the system. Plus helps rule out anything along them lines. I did my v70 online the other week, luckily I'm up to date with everything. Its simple to do online and free. __________________ 2003 V70 D5 [163] SE - Sold at 188,000 miles. 2011 V70 D5 [215] Rdesign - currently owned.

Feb 20th, 2018, 23:26	#2
colinbos 2008 XC90 D5 SE Last Online: Mar 28th, 2022 20:27 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Formby	What does VIDA say ? Any errors showing up?

Feb 20th, 2018, 23:30	#3
Robxc902009 New Member Last Online: Aug 25th, 2018 16:52 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Runcorn nr Liverpool	Only recently (last few weeks) been doing it. Wanted to get some advice first before taking to a garage in case they try to rip me off. Can I assume VIDA is some kind of diagnostic computer?

Feb 21st, 2018, 08:33	#6
colinbos 2008 XC90 D5 SE Last Online: Mar 28th, 2022 20:27 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Formby	As people have said, give the battery a good charge up. See what happens then. If you need a VIDA attaching, private message me, I have one, Im in Formby.

Feb 21st, 2018, 16:51	#7
Robxc902009 New Member Last Online: Aug 25th, 2018 16:52 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Runcorn nr Liverpool	Thanks guys I'll see how it goes, not overly concerned tbh as it does allways start second time round if not the first. Was just curious as to wether anyone else had come across this.

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