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Volvo Repair Category: Fuel Pumps, Gas Tank, Fuel Supply, Fuel Filter, Fuel Lines, Fuel Injectors
850 Fuel Pump Relay Capacitor
It’s probably a good idea to replace the capacitors with higher temperature rated parts, such as the Panasonic P13132-ND (22uF, 50V) and P13122-ND (100uF, 25V) from DigiKey (37 cents and 44 cents each + $2.41 shipping) which are rated for … Continue reading
Getting to a Gen 1 V70XC Fuel Pump
Ok so I found out that the 1998 v70 xc fuel pump was best removed by cutting the floor pan out, ok so here is the problem i can not get the two wires from here is a pic of … Continue reading
Volvo In Bad Shape? Taking a Trip? Read This.
Should I Try a Long Roadtrip in my 850? Comments, suggestions and advice on what to do before you leave on a long trip in a Volvo with high miles, and perhaps one that is not in the best condition. … Continue reading
Upgrade Fuel Pump Relay Capacitors
A while back I [jreed] wrote up a description of upgrading the fuel pump relay capacitors, based on a nice write up originally written by Ozark Lee. You can read my write up here: Upgrade Fuel Pump Relay Capacitors Here is … Continue reading
Replace Fuel Filter on a Volvo 740 Tips
I recently changed out the filter on my 240 which has the same set up. I had the thing in and out about 5 times before I got it right. When you to get it out put that fuel line … Continue reading
Fuel Filter Replacement DIY
This is a short DIY write up for the removal of a fuel filter on an 850. This is a very easy procedure, just remember to be safe — safety goggles, no open flame [despite the photo to the right], … Continue reading
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
Fuel Pump & Tank Removal DIY: 850, S70 & Gen 1 V70
An excellent tutorial for 850 and 1st-gen S/V70 fuel pump and fuel tank removal on a front-wheel drive model. 850 gas tank drop and fuel pump removal.
Preventing Cold Weather Problems on our Volvos
It’s currently 14 degrees BELOW zero here in Denver, Colorado (Matthew1 can vouch for that) and I’m concerned about my 850. Haven’t started it yet but for my future reference, what suggestions can you offer to prevent engine/cooling related issues … Continue reading