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Volvo Repair Category: Body, Exterior Trim, Wipers, Glass, Bumpers, Mudguards
Wiper Linkage Adjustment
After dealing with what was thought to be a driver’s side wiper arm issue (common), the issue resulted in replacement of the entire wiper linkage or transmission (also known as the “frame.”). During the replacement process, there was huge confusion … Continue reading
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
Tinting windows. Trails and Error. Tutorial DIY.
Well you don’t need much in the way of tools. A Olfa snap off knife. A squeegee, some Baby Shampoo and a mountain of perseverance. I had old tints on my glass which I painstakingly peeled off. That took two … Continue reading
Sagging Bumper Fix for V70 and S60 Volvos
Volvo V70 and S60 Sagging Bumper Cover Fix 1. Use a torx to dial the screw (and the circled plastic bit) toward the front of the car. 2. Using your hands, push the bumper back up, slotting the tabs and … Continue reading
Long Term Ownership Opinion of a 2000 S80
Are Older S80′s “Lemons”? My mother-in-law used to sell Volvos, and my wife was impressed by the Volvo safety record, so we were originally very favorably disposed toward Volvo and they had an opportunity to have a customer for life, … Continue reading
2.5 Turbo Back Exhaust: Drone & Tip Questions
Q: Where’s the best resonator placement to lessen exhaust drone? Q: Do tips affect sound at all of are the just for looks? Placement of resonator and drone?
V70, 850 Wagon Spoiler Removal Instructions
Thanks to Robert for sending this in to me just now. It’s a PDF document in Swedish and English on how to remove and replace the spoiler on Volvo’s “Gen 1″ wagons. Excerpt: Applies to spoilers with brake lights Figure … Continue reading
How to Save Money Having Your Car Painted
We did all of the prep work ourselves including scraping out the rust, bondo it over, priming our repair spots, removing all trim, and delivering the vehicle essentially ready to mask off the glass and paint. At that point, Maaco … Continue reading
Dual Auto Down Power Windows 850
Ever wanted to have the auto-down feature on more than just your drivers side window? Well here’s how to make that happen! What you’ll need…. Torx 25, Torx 20, or Torx 15 (depending on your setup) 8mm socket (sometimes required) … Continue reading