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by Stuber
Fri Dec 06, 2024 3:25 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Noise when raining or car is wet
Replies: 5
Views: 1569

Re: Noise when raining or car is wet

Mine does it in the rain. It seems to be water on the horizontal rubber between door and glass. I can see it splashing around. Could try something stuck to side of mirror case to disrupt the airflow
by Stuber
Mon Sep 02, 2024 2:13 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Dash display
Replies: 5
Views: 1073

Re: Dash display

Thanks for the guidance, very helpful. Now I know what I'm doing
by Stuber
Sun Sep 01, 2024 8:52 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Dash display
Replies: 5
Views: 1073

Dash display

Hi all. Recently I feel that after start up the dash display shows an aerial view of the car. ( with seat belts on etc) for far too long. It does the system checks then leaves this image on. It interferes with sat nav being displayed for a few minutes. Is this unusual or has anyone else had this iss...
by Stuber
Tue Mar 05, 2024 8:03 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.
Replies: 105
Views: 56396

Re: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.

DADDY kool it's very similar to K9plus1 who posts on page 5 I think. Hope it works for you
by Stuber
Sat Mar 02, 2024 10:51 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Opinions on the T3 geartronic
Replies: 8
Views: 7099

Re: Opinions on the T3 geartronic

Has anyone actually used geartronic. I've stated to try it in town driving and I like it. I feel you can smooth out driving with it. I know it's more involved but nice to have the choice.
by Stuber
Sat Mar 02, 2024 10:46 pm
Forum: Website Issues
Topic: Adverts getting a bit inappropriate for a Car Forum
Replies: 9
Views: 4264

Re: Adverts getting a bit inappropriate for a Car Forum

I find the xc40 does seem to attract scantily clad ladies. Might get another and just park it up!!!
by Stuber
Fri Mar 01, 2024 7:14 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Tailgate struts for xc40 2019
Replies: 59
Views: 15656

Re: Tailgate struts for xc40 2019

If you open the boot by a small amount, say 6 inches and then stop it there by putting your hand on it. Look from the side and you'll see a seal between the two tubes. Put oil above the seal to allow it to run in. Not much at a time. Leave boot for 15mins then operate as normal . Won't be an instant...
by Stuber
Fri Feb 09, 2024 4:55 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.
Replies: 105
Views: 56396

Re: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.

Mine are quiet now with oil added a few times. Evidence of rust in oil residue so it is working. I'm going to keep doing it for now
by Stuber
Fri Feb 09, 2024 4:50 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Tailgate struts for xc40 2019
Replies: 59
Views: 15656

Re: Tailgate struts for xc40 2019

My struts have been making a grinding noise but over the last few months I've dripped some oil in, on about six occasions. I'm happy to report that the noise has now gone. I've upgraded the seal at the top which is detailed elsewhere on this forum. The mechanics of the strut are two springs that rot...
by Stuber
Mon Jan 15, 2024 10:02 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.
Replies: 105
Views: 56396

Re: Panic - tailgate wouldn't close.

I have also done what bravem01 suggested, about two months ago. Happy to report my grating noise has finally gone. Obviously takes time for oil to creep round all the spring. Looks like two springs within the strut that screw within each other, if that makes sense. Fingers crossed.