AWD Transmission: - Xc70.

hoe69 · Feb 10th, 2011, 21:29

I have an 07 XC 70 which has suddenly started to make a terrible clanking from the propshaft - so I'm told - I'm advised something is lose in the p shaft, - could it be a counterweight?. I need the car for a few days before it can be repaired (£1000+ !) Can I run it in front wheel drive only or will this damage the diff? Is the shaft repairable, or is a new shaft a must?

lamlash · Feb 10th, 2011, 22:31

The propshaft has CV joints at the front and back and a centre bearing. The CV's are replaceable for about £250 each from Volvo. I would suggest having a good look at the rubber boot on the front CV joint. The heat from the nearby exhaust downpipe seems to cause the boot to split prematurely and grease leaks out of the joint leading to noises and vibration. If you are lucky you might get away with regreasing the joint and replacing the boot. Bailey Morris sell the boot separately for around £30. Volvo only sell the complete CV joint.

If the centre bearing has failed you are probably best sending the whole shaft to a speclialist for refurb. I've read several posts from people who say you can drive these cars without the propshaft in 2WD without damaging anything so that may be a temporary option if you don't need 4WD.

Georgeandkira · Feb 10th, 2011, 23:00

Hello, hoe69-How many miles on your "07V70" ? Kira

hoe69 · Feb 11th, 2011, 19:09

105k
It's been busy!

Feb 10th, 2011, 21:29	#1
hoe69 New Member Last Online: Apr 26th, 2011 19:54 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Norwich	Xc70. I have an 07 XC 70 which has suddenly started to make a terrible clanking from the propshaft - so I'm told - I'm advised something is lose in the p shaft, - could it be a counterweight?. I need the car for a few days before it can be repaired (£1000+ !) Can I run it in front wheel drive only or will this damage the diff? Is the shaft repairable, or is a new shaft a must?

Feb 10th, 2011, 22:31	#2
lamlash Junior Member Last Online: May 4th, 2015 20:21 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: newcastle	The propshaft has CV joints at the front and back and a centre bearing. The CV's are replaceable for about £250 each from Volvo. I would suggest having a good look at the rubber boot on the front CV joint. The heat from the nearby exhaust downpipe seems to cause the boot to split prematurely and grease leaks out of the joint leading to noises and vibration. If you are lucky you might get away with regreasing the joint and replacing the boot. Bailey Morris sell the boot separately for around £30. Volvo only sell the complete CV joint. If the centre bearing has failed you are probably best sending the whole shaft to a speclialist for refurb. I've read several posts from people who say you can drive these cars without the propshaft in 2WD without damaging anything so that may be a temporary option if you don't need 4WD.

Feb 10th, 2011, 23:00	#3
Georgeandkira Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:21 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hackensack	Hello, hoe69-How many miles on your "07V70" ? Kira

Feb 11th, 2011, 19:09	#4
hoe69 New Member Last Online: Apr 26th, 2011 19:54 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Norwich	105k It's been busy!

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