Consumer Review Video - 2012 Volvo S60 T5 2.5L 5 Cyl. Turbo

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2012 S60

The 2012 Volvo S60 T5 is a relatively easy car to maintain, and a good choice for the average car owner. The tail light bulbs are easy to change, as you only have to remove one cover in the rear of the vehicle for reliable access to the assembly. You only have to loosen a few screws to slide the air filter assembly out of the vehicle. This access is extremely easy when compared to other models. Checking the oil level is easy to do, as the oil dipstick is easily accessible in the engine bay.

Some things are more problematic on the 2012 Volvo S60 T5. The cabin air filter is difficult to access in the footwell of the vehicle. You will need to remove torx bolts, and the tools necessary may not be readily available for a repair. To access the petcock, you will have to remove a large panel from under the vehicle for access. This is tough, as you will need to use a few tools, and contend with gravity as you work under the car. The brake fluid level can be difficult to check, as you will have to remove a few covers in order to see the fluid reservoir. This can make it tough to keep an eye on the reservoir.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.