Four problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2000 Volvo S70. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volvo S70 based on all problems reported for the 2000 S70.
Ignition coil is misfiring, and park neutral position switch also known as the transmission position switch or neutral safety switch is having issues. When its idling its really rough while driving the car jolts an hiccups. Doesn't know what gear it's going into.
Tl-the contact owns a 2000 Volvo S70. The contact stated that while she was driving at various speeds the ets light would illuminate on the instrumental panel. The vehicle was then diagnosed by a dealer and they advised her that the "electronic throttle system" would cause the vehicle to loose all power and potentially be dangerous. The manufacturer was contacted and advised her that they would send her a coupon since the actual recall has expired. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 79,300. Tb.
Noticed engine dying out when accelerating, the problem was noticeably getting worse. Finally the car came to a stop at the light, light turned green pressed on the accelerator pedal and no response, car sat there in idle with no response to pressing on the pedal.
While driving at 65 with cruise control on, the ets light came on and the cruise control turned off causing the car to decelerate suddenly. This is a safety issue as it can lead to a collision from the rear. The car was still drivable with manual control of the accelerator, but experienced intermittent stuttering while being driven at highway speed. Diagnostic by the dealer revealed that the electronic throttle module is failing and must be replaced. The cost of the repair being 900 dollars.