Hello All!


A while back I posted two threads about my 1999 v70-xc AWD needing a new catalytic converter. Thank you to Klaus & KSG for your replies!!

I finally got the car back to mechanic a few weeks later - just very slow to post here, so much so that I can't append to the original post. :-)

The very reputable indy Volvo mechanic tested the cat and O2 sensors for vacuum leeks and voltage and reset the obd computer. Again as before, we are getting a P0422 obd code. I have used only 93 octane fuel and have kept the car serviced, except for the cat.

I found needing a new cat hard to stomach. So, I took the car to 2 more mechanics. The all say new cat.

So, OK. We need a new cat. Here's where the news goes from bad to terrible. Everyone says the cat will cost around $1000 for the cat; $200 to install. $1200 is out of the question!

I've searched online for a Direct fit cat for my 1999 v70-xc AWD turbo. I can get a Davico for $270 or a DEC for $360.

The indy Volvo mechanic said an aftermarket cat - not universal - will not communicate with the cars' computer, therefore resulting in my check engine light remaining on. Actually, they said the check light would go off for a short period of time but would come back on soon.

I know the XC AWD's are different beast. However, I don't understand! Cats are only manufactured by a few companies. So how can these companies stay in business selling a warrantied cat if the check engine light comes back on in a few hundred miles?

Has anyone installed a Davico or DEC cat on their turbo AWD - or any other cat which solved the long-term problem?

For the fans: fcpgrpton does not have cats for 1999 v70-xc AWD on their web site.


Thank you in Advance!
Robin