All – I’ve had a problem getting into reverse in my 5 sp manual transmission. My 2004 v70 (non-turbo) is relatively low mileage (75k) and in good shape. Problem started 2 yrs ago at 59k and developed over a month.
Felt to me like a linkage problem – because once I get it into reverse it stays there and operates fine. But generally very tricky to get in reverse – slips out initially and grinds gears. Has not seemed to get any worse after the initial problem so I haven’t repaired yet.
Took it to my local Volvo dealer twice back when initial problem surfaced – most sr. mechanic tested very carefully and concluded it was not a linkage problem but couldn’t really tell me what the problem was. He talked to Volvo corp also (McKevitt Volvo, San Leandro CA location).
So now I find this irritating – and my wife is driving the car more and finds it even more irritating. I already bought a used transmission (Volvo wanted -$6k+ to put a rebuilt trans in the car). Before I go ahead and replace the trans – just want to check if anyone has had any similar problem and if any ideas of repairs I can do short of replacing trans – or at least diagnosing the problem.
If no ideas – can anyone from San Francisco Bay Area recommend a good shop to replace the trans?
Frustrating – been driving Volvos with manual transmissions for more then 30 years and never had a transmission problem other than worn clutch. At least this didn’t happen to my 2002 T5 with manual trans.
In advance – appreciate any help that can be offered. BTW – also posting this to Ask IPD.
Eric
Felt to me like a linkage problem – because once I get it into reverse it stays there and operates fine. But generally very tricky to get in reverse – slips out initially and grinds gears. Has not seemed to get any worse after the initial problem so I haven’t repaired yet.
Took it to my local Volvo dealer twice back when initial problem surfaced – most sr. mechanic tested very carefully and concluded it was not a linkage problem but couldn’t really tell me what the problem was. He talked to Volvo corp also (McKevitt Volvo, San Leandro CA location).
So now I find this irritating – and my wife is driving the car more and finds it even more irritating. I already bought a used transmission (Volvo wanted -$6k+ to put a rebuilt trans in the car). Before I go ahead and replace the trans – just want to check if anyone has had any similar problem and if any ideas of repairs I can do short of replacing trans – or at least diagnosing the problem.
If no ideas – can anyone from San Francisco Bay Area recommend a good shop to replace the trans?
Frustrating – been driving Volvos with manual transmissions for more then 30 years and never had a transmission problem other than worn clutch. At least this didn’t happen to my 2002 T5 with manual trans.
In advance – appreciate any help that can be offered. BTW – also posting this to Ask IPD.
Eric