What does low-frequency resonance in the XC60 mean?
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Low-frequency resonance in the XC60 refers to the phenomenon of resonance occurring while the car is in motion. Below are some related details about low-frequency resonance: 1. The principle of low-frequency resonance is that when sound is transmitted through the air to the car body, it reflects back, forming low-frequency resonance. 2. The low-frequency resonance in the XC60 specifically refers to the phenomenon observed in the 2018 Asia-Pacific Volvo XC60, where the engine produces low-frequency resonance and significant noise during hot idle conditions. This severely affects the driver, causing a 'head-throbbing' sensation in the driver's seat and considerable ear discomfort during prolonged traffic congestion. 3. The Volvo XC60 is an SUV model under the Volvo Car Corporation, first unveiled at the 2008 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The all-new Volvo XC60 began pre-sales at the Guangzhou Auto Show, offering three powertrain configurations—T4, T5, and T8—across eight different models.
I've driven several XC60 models and found the low-frequency resonance to be quite an annoying issue. Simply put, when the car is idling or moving at low speeds, the body emits a humming sound or vibration with very low frequency that causes discomfort to the eardrums. This is mainly because certain model years didn't adequately consider the matching between the exhaust system and body structure in their design. When the engine runs, the exhaust pipes transmit vibrations to the body, amplifying them into noise. Driving for long periods can cause ear discomfort or even headaches. Many fellow car owners around me have reported this issue, especially with the 2018 to 2020 XC60 models. Volvo later released software updates to adjust engine control, but some people only solved the problem by installing damping blocks. I'd advise new owners to pay attention to the idle state during test drives. While resonance isn't a major malfunction, it affects daily comfort and should be checked at the dealership early on.
