Volvo advises against fitting sound system :(

[zululami]

They can't void your whole warranty for the PDC.

What they can do is void a claim when you for instance were to complain about the paint chipping on the bumper where the PDC was fitted.

The only time it really gets a bit sketchy is if you were to change the exhaust which would in theory affect the entire fueling system and engine. However if you had the resources to fight that fight with a lawyer you would probably walk away from that too with a warranty in place depending on exactly what you did.

The email they sent me seems broad hey - it could be anything from the alternator to a battery - but do I want to take the chance? No

 

[Tsepz_GP]

They can't void your whole warranty for the PDC.

What they can do is void a claim when you for instance were to complain about the paint chipping on the bumper where the PDC was fitted.

The only time it really gets a bit sketchy is if you were to change the exhaust which would in theory affect the entire fueling system and engine. However if you had the resources to fight that fight with a lawyer you would probably walk away from that too with a warranty in place depending on exactly what you did.

Totally understand, I just don't like to buy something that has been modified, lol! If I'm buying used I need assurance that all is OEM done, or I am walking away.

 

[zululami]

Oh right so basically you want BOOM BOOM BOOM and a rattling numberplate.

Not real proper crystal clear sound.

Volume does not equal quality.

Not really - my guys make a Toyota Quantum sound like a recording studio

 

[SauRoNZA]

Not really - my guys make a Toyota Quantum sound like a recording studio

Well if your idea of a recording studio and mine as in fact the same then I can understand it.

This is however not the case for most.

 

[zululami]

Lol ... guys don't attack me - was just warning ya'll... a guy's gotta have fun - I paid premium dollar for this car if I'm not happy with the sound I should be able to change it.

 

[SauRoNZA]

Totally understand, I just don't like to buy something that has been modified, lol! If I'm buying used I need assurance that all is OEM done, or I am walking away.

If you are buying second hand though no need to worry about warranty though.

As long as it was done properly and isn't some backyard mechanic hack.

I'm talking strictly PDC and that kind of thing though. I wouldn't buy a car with modified sporty engine bits that aren't OEM that goes anything beyond the exhaust.

Bikes are a bit different for some reason though. But then I don't buy those second hand.

 

[SauRoNZA]

Lol ... guys don't attack me - was just warning ya'll... a guy's gotta have fun - I paid premium dollar for this car if I'm not happy with the sound I should be able to change it.

Well nobody is stopping you from changing it in reality.

But the easy option is to just wait until the warranty is out.

With my bikes I usually start buying them birthday presents when the last 6 months or so of warranty are left depending where my last service under warranty falls.

 

[zululami]

Well nobody is stopping you from changing it in reality.

But the easy option is to just wait until the warranty is out.

With my bikes I usually start buying them birthday presents when the last 6 months or so of warranty are left depending where my last service under warranty falls.

24 months and counting ...

 

[Splinter]

Uhm...honestly what did you expect?

This is the norm for pretty much anything covered by a warranty. Why on earth should they be responsible for your modifications?

More than anything what exactly is wrong with a presumably new Volvo sound system (considering it's still under warranty) that you could possibly feel it needs to be "nicer"?

*****

Before you drive your car again I highly advise you read the manual and actually understand the terms and conditions you agreed to when purchasing it.

And I hope you are servicing it as per the mileage/time that passes otherwise you are in for another surprise.

The one that's already in the car...

So, you are saying that one can never replace or upgrade a car sound system then while under warranty?

 

[Splinter]

Well nobody is stopping you from changing it in reality.

But the easy option is to just wait until the warranty is out.

With my bikes I usually start buying them birthday presents when the last 6 months or so of warranty are left depending where my last service under warranty falls.

Yes, because bikes are renowned world-wide for their sound systems...

 

[TheChamp]

So, you are saying that one can never replace or upgrade a car sound system then while under warranty?

You can, but it must be approved by the manufacturer, or you risk voiding your warranty, in this case a Volvo approved system is a cool R17k.

 

[SauRoNZA]

So, you are saying that one can never replace or upgrade a car sound system then while under warranty?

I don't understand the question.

But I'm guessing it's a lure to have me say something so that you can pull out some outlier anomaly and prove me wrong and feel better about yourself.

It all pretty much depends on the warranty in question and how it relates to the car. They all have their own terms and conditions.

Some cheaper cars don't even come with sound systems but are prepared for them so obviously you'll need to do it yourself.

But even then if it was done wrong and your alternator pops or battery dies they can happily tell you to bugger off if the warranty says so. That's where the approved installer comes in because they will obviously do the job correctly.

If for instance you were to change the system on some VW/Audis even with a factory approved unit and didn't also update/replace the CANbus Gateway your battery would be raped and VW would simply tell you to **** off. If you had used an improved installer of course it would be covered under warraty...but would have been done properly in the first place.

 

[MrNose]

And you are saying the standard sound isn't premium?

What kind of **** Volvo are you driving because all of them I've been in had great sound that I would have absolutely no inclination towards changing.

Especially not with crap from my "indian friends".

Its patently obvious the OP wants to be heard coming down the road from about 1km distant with deep bass... Its the sound of mating whales, and some people think its an advertisement of testicular diameters

 

[Splinter]

I don't understand the question.

But I'm guessing it's a lure to have me say something so that you can pull out some outlier anomaly and prove me wrong and feel better about yourself.

It all pretty much depends on the warranty in question and how it relates to the car. They all have their own terms and conditions.

Some cheaper cars don't even come with sound systems but are prepared for them so obviously you'll need to do it yourself.

But even then if it was done wrong and your alternator pops or battery dies they can happily tell you to bugger off if the warranty says so. That's where the approved installer comes in because they will obviously do the job correctly.

If for instance you were to change the system on some VW/Audis even with a factory approved unit and didn't also update/replace the CANbus Gateway your battery would be raped and VW would simply tell you to **** off. If you had used an improved installer of course it would be covered under warraty...but would have been done properly in the first place.

The question was quite simple. How much simpler could I make it for you so you could understand?

But the rest of your statement says it all - "some audi's/VW's". That does not extrapolate to every vehicle under the sun.

 

[SauRoNZA]

The question was quite simple. How much simpler could I make it for you so you could understand?

But the rest of your statement says it all - "some audi's/VW's". That does not extrapolate to every vehicle under the sun.

It was a mere example.

And you conveniently missed the part where I said that every warranty has it's own terms and conditions, because it doesn't suit your preconceived agenda.

But then I knew your game before you played it, as stated in my post. So you lost, sorry.

 

[stiller26]

No head unit change - cause that would deface my car ... literally, I wanted to add an amp, 6x9s, tweeters and a sub... using the existing face

. Are you from a Citi Golf or a Polo?

Go to a reputable car fitment centre and do it.

My first car 2004 new Citi Golf, second new 2006 Polo, my wifes(GF then) new 2008 Polo, all sound was done by myself and the warranty was never voided.
As long it is done right and no wires cut, don't stress.

 

[Splinter]

It was a mere example.

And you conveniently missed the part where I said that every warranty has it's own terms and conditions, because it doesn't suit your preconceived agenda.

But then I knew your game before you played it, as stated in my post. So you lost, sorry.

Nope - your opening statement was absolute. Or have you forgotten, once again?

 

[Splinter]

Uhm...honestly what did you expect?

This is the norm for pretty much anything covered by a warranty..

seeing as Sauron seems to forget...

 

[TheChamp]

������. Are you from a Citi Golf or a Polo?

Go to a reputable car fitment centre and do it.

My first car 2004 new Citi Golf, second new 2006 Polo, my wifes(GF then) new 2008 Polo, all sound was done by myself and the warranty was never voided.
As long it is done right and no wires cut, don't stress.

But you do realise that in case of anything, even completely unrelated to the install happening, the manufacturer is going to latch on to this unauthorised install and hang on for dear life? Imagine if you that to a Kuga and it catches fire from whatever it is that is setting them alight?

It's not about whether the installation is done properly or not, not worth the risk in OP's case in my opinion.

 

[SauRoNZA]

Volvo advises against fitting sound system

I would love to see how you are going to explain how “pretty much” equals absolute.

Would also love to see your evidence to the contrary.

Please provide said warranty that doesn’t make provision for a claim rejection based on non-OEM/non-Approved modifications.

Also while you are looking for one, just because a claim wasn’t rejected (as many dealerships/manufacturers aren’t too hardcore about it) doesn’t mean they didn’t have the right to do as per the terms and conditions of warranty.