My first Volvo, so I am trying to learn how to maintain it. I don't have much of service history other than what is in Carfax. Are there things that I should do now or soon? The known issues: head lamp failure service required, (I believe it's the passenger side as it doesn't move like the driver's side on startup), cylinder 2 misfire ( I took 2 spark plugs out and they look pitiful, plus the #2 was dirty and had some oil on it), brake vacuum pump leaks oil, occasionally I get P0420 code (something about O2 sensors) but it comes and goes.
The low battery warning comes on pretty quickly after the engine is shut off, within 2 minutes. The battery is only 18 months old, so I don't know what that is about.
Sometimes the shifter service required comes on but not every time. It shifts properly. I would appreciate any input on that.
So far I changed the tires, got some interior trim replacement pieces, ordered set of spark plugs, oil filter, bought engine oil, ordered the vacuum pump repair kit and the oil trap PVC thing (since I don't know if it has been ever replaced). I work on my cars myself. Anything else I should do or look for?
Thanks!
The low battery warning comes on pretty quickly after the engine is shut off, within 2 minutes. The battery is only 18 months old, so I don't know what that is about.
Sometimes the shifter service required comes on but not every time. It shifts properly. I would appreciate any input on that.
So far I changed the tires, got some interior trim replacement pieces, ordered set of spark plugs, oil filter, bought engine oil, ordered the vacuum pump repair kit and the oil trap PVC thing (since I don't know if it has been ever replaced). I work on my cars myself. Anything else I should do or look for?
Thanks!
