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Volvo Engine Oil Change — The Easy Way

I wrote a short and sweet DIY for Oil Change using wood ramps and no need to jack the car up. Basically as sweet and simple as possible! You can do this for under 30 minutes. [Have a newer Volvo? … Continue reading

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PCV Job for V70 and S70 Non-turbo

Since mine is a Non-Turbo, there are minor different designs compared with Turbo Models. In addition, I will point to areas of possible problems for people. – Read the above write-up for Turbo. – Copy Radio AM FM channels, disconnect … Continue reading

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J-Hose Repair Tutorial w/ pics — EVAP Emission Hose

Volvo forum member (now Contributor) Kickin It joins out memberlist, and within 48 hours posts a very useful DIY tutorial on how to replace the J-hose on 1998-2000 Gen. 1 FWD Volvos. It may be a record. Either way, thanks KI. … Continue reading

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1996 850 non-turbo Starter Replacement Tutorial

I posted my 1996 850 starter replacement tutorial as an addendum to Tina’s outstanding 1998 S70 starter replacementtopic. Plan on 3 hours, if you’re an average DIY mechanic like I am. You don’t need exotic tools, just 10mm-14mm ratchet, and … Continue reading

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Headlight Wipers – Fix or Forget? S70, V70, 850

This morning I got under the hood and after a more thorough inspection, I noticed that one of the engine grounds was oxidized straight through. Went to autozone got 2, changed them out, and $12 later both wipers are working … Continue reading

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Volvo 850 Heater Core Replacement Tutorial

Tutorial: Replace the heater core on a 1993-2000 Volvo 850, S70, V70, C70 and XC70 This post should apply to all 850s and first generation 850, S70, V70, C70 and XC70 Volvos. I chose to go with showing how the … Continue reading

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Boot Fix Becomes Workbench Driveshaft Refurb

Well, I pulled the entire driveshaft, cleaned & reassembled the joint ‘on my bench’ (in the boot) & it all went back together silky smooth. I’m glad I took the decision to take it all out & do it properly, … Continue reading

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Upgrade 850 Turbo to 18t Turbocharger?

Can I get a 18t turbo with a speed tunning chip and maybe some bigger injectors and be ok? Sure. Don’t do the 18t until you get a tune and do some exhaust upgrades, though. The tune is the important … Continue reading

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Getting my V70 Back to Stage 0

Restoring a free ’98 V70 (B5254T = light pressure turbo, 190 hp engine) to a generally dependable condition, suitable for around town and highway drives. This topic mostly speaks to the timing belt replacement and which parts are to be … Continue reading

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