Delta Link Repair DIY

As I’ve mentioned before, I have had a persistent “clunk” in my rear suspension and a “wandering” sensation at highway speeds. I tried the fender washer in the shock mount repair which yielded no change in the sound and then, … Continue reading →

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1. Rear Delta Link (Endlink) Replacement
2. 850 and V/S70 Shock Change Checklist
3. Suspension advice and where to buy

Hit and Run On Our 850 R

Insurance companies don’t get car guys – the guys that meticulously maintain their cars and maintain them in as new condition. My wife hit a deer, just after I had completely redone her entire front suspension, and the insurance company … Continue reading →

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1. Accident, Insurance Wants to Total my 850
2. Volvo Rot
3. Glove Box Fix #1 – The Small Hole Method

1999 S70 vs. California Emissions Test

Here is some additional information from the EPA you can bring to the technician smoging your car if its running into readiness issues. APPENDIX D Manufacturers Known to Have OBD Readiness Issues 1996 Volvo 850 Turbo – Vehicles will clear … Continue reading →

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1. How to Complete a Volvo Drive Cycle
2. Drive Cycle For Readiness
3. S70 1999 A/C works only on High

H&R, Eibach, IPD Sport Springs, Koni FSD… Which Combo?

While I was in the Military, I bought the car new (US Specs) from Sweden Factory and was delivered to me in Germany. If I’m not mistaken, H & R, Eibach, and Sachs originated from Germany, and those guys there … Continue reading →

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1. Springs and Struts – Time to buy… Koni, Bilstein, Eibach
2. Koni vs. Bilstein vs. Sachs
3. New Springs: Trailer it or Drive it to Alignment?

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 →

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1. Fuel Pump Relay Repair 2
2. Upgrade Fuel Pump Relay Capacitors
3. Fuel Pump Relay Repair

EGR and Throttle Body Cleaning

After my gas pedal got stuck to the floor, I found I was getting a “no flow” error from the EGR, and also that it needed cleaned out. I ordered the Gaskets, for my EGR and Throttle body, however, I … Continue reading →

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1. Throttle Body Cleaning Prices and How-To
2. 850 N/a Throttle Body on a T-5 manifold for performance
3. Volvo 940 Throttle Body Service Tutorial

850 Power Antenna Removal & Repair

Step-by-Step how to Replace Antenna Since last winter I’ve been going without a power antenna, which often gave me little or no reception. I finally decided to tackle it. I’ve created a photo collage as best as I could, I … Continue reading →

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1. 850 power antena
2. 850 Antenna Mast Won’t Pull Out
3. V70 Drivers Door Power Window Switch Repair

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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1. Tutorial – Replacing the Starter Motor 1998 S70
2. Volvo 850 Heater Core Replacement Tutorial
3. Cam Seal & Sensor Replacement Tutorial With Photos

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 →

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1. Trip Report
2. Almost 40MPG in a Volvo S70!
3. How to Read Actual Miles from the ECU

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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1. Heater Core Replacement on the 850
2. How to Replace Front CV Axles – 2000 V70XC
3. Tutorial: Volvo 850 Seat Cushion Foam Replacement

Springs and Struts – Time to buy… Koni, Bilstein, Eibach

I’m considering Eibach springs with either of the Koni struts or the Bilsteins TCs. I’m doing this because my current stuff is completely shot. I’ve bought EVERYTHING else that touches the struts and just need to pick struts and springs. … Continue reading →

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1. Koni vs. Bilstein vs. Sachs
2. Struts and Shocks Poll
3. $48 Monroe Struts Review & Opinion

Overheating? Ground your Fan!

A 1996 Volvo 850 turbo was running hot. The owner changed the relay, the cooling sensor, and the fan. It still ran hot, and the fan would not trigger on. Hmmmm. The resolution? “I just looked around for lose wires, … Continue reading →

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1. Engine Over Heating Problem
2. Replacement Tips: Control Arm, Hubs and Tie Rod Replacement
3. Replace Upper Engine Mount w/ OEM Bushing

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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1. How to Maintain Your AWD Volvo’s Driveshaft
2. Front Driveshaft Removal V70 XC
3. Driveshaft Knuckle Came Out

How to Replace Coolant Expansion Tank on Volvo 850/S70/V70/C70

I’m changing [my coolant expansion tank] out this weekend. It’s not a hard procedure at all – just please don’t order the aftermarket crappy one. I ordered a genuine Volvo one, and they sent me the aftermarket version. Mine broke … Continue reading →

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1. Oil In Coolant
2. Fuel Pump & Tank Removal DIY: 850, S70 & Gen 1 V70
3. Blown Head Gasket Symptoms

Diagnose Low/No Boost on a Turbo Volvo

I started looking at my boost gauge when accelerting to see if was loosing boost and I deffinetly seem to be… Let OFF the gas pedal suddenly at 4000-5000 RPM and listen for a “fluttering” noise of sorts – if … Continue reading →

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1. Boost for a Light Pressure Turbo
2. Lost PSI on Turbo Boost
3. Recomended MBC for Volvo 850 Turbo

Do the IPD Chip? Exhaust?

This Volvo Forum topic started as a question about identifying a modified ECU by simply looking at it. Then it morphed into straight performance talk. Could I feel the difference between 236hp and 285hp? Indubitably… I also have their 3″ … Continue reading →

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1. Dual exhaust for 98 V70 AWD
2. Volvo V70 Straight Pipe Exhaust Mod
3. Volvo ECU Chip Guide

Rear main seal change/clutch removal 850 Manual

This is a DIY tutorial covering removing the transmission and replacing the clutch on a Volvo 850 manual transmission. For starters, I put the front of the car on stands, doesnt have to be really high. Just make sure you … Continue reading →

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1. Options to Fix a Rear Main Seal Leak
2. Rear Main Seal Leak Volvo 760
3. 1998 Volvo V70 Instrument Cluster Removal/Bulb Change

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 →

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1. 850 door panel removal (pics)
2. 850 Wagon Tailgate Strut Replacement Tutorial
3. Climate Control Panel Removal

Front Suspension – Parts List

Here’s a spreadsheet of the parts needed . I’ve looked them all up at FCP, IPD, Tasca, SwedishAutoParts.com, and RMEuropean, then listed all their costs and color coded them by OEM, Aftermarket, IPD HD, etc.. I also highlighted the lowest … Continue reading →

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1. Volvo V70 Front Strut Replacement Supplement
2. Broken / Worn Spring Seats – Photos & Description
3. 850, S70, V70, V70XC Front/Rear Motor Mount R&I

Door speakers on 850 blown. How to Replace?

Replace Door Speakers on your Volvo 850 Actually, it’s kind of the IMPEDANCE that matters. Sure, the sensitivity tells you how efficiently your amp’s wattage will get converted to sound, but the impedance determines how much wattage your amp will … Continue reading →

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1. Replacing Speakers: A Complete Guide
2. V70 Engine Blown
3. VOLVO 850 REAR DOOR REPLACEMENT