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Volvo XC90
Report: Engine will not start - Electronic Control Module problem.
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nrgpro, 2004 Volvo XC90, 2.9L 6 Cylinder Turbo, 90,000 miRookie
On several occasions the car would not start. When the key was turned nothing would happen. Car was towed 3 times. First time they stated it was the starter motor. Second time new battery. Third time it was the electronic control module that needed replacememt. A common problem as I under. I believe that all 3 times it was the ECM. Water leakage can get into the unit via a poorly designed rubber grommet (seal). Only the Volvo dealerhip can replace/programme the unit. Cost to replace $1250 (excluding towing and preliminary diagnosis etc.)not covered by Volvo. Whole repair was about $1500 in the end. On the plus side the mileage went up by almost 4 mpg. (by the way, if you are handy and your starter needs replacing its a very easy since its located at the upper front of the engine.)
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