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Volvo Repair Category: Reference Photos
Replacing the Rear Main Seal 2000 S40
Replacing the rear main seal on S40. Very good write-up with plenty of pictures to help. Replacing the Rear Main Seal 2000 S40
Catalytic Brand, Install Tips & Answers
Welding tips and Catalytic converter buying advice So here are the questions (I have searched up and down the forum!): Catalytic Convertor Brand “Davico” is out (not a good brand). “Bosal” seems OK, long history of quality. “Magnaflow“: $80 for the … Continue reading
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
Improve Volvo 960 Timing Belt
Replacing the timing belt on an early 960 with a belt off the later cars. The belt is wider, changes are at longer intervals and it is DIY-able. Good pictures help. “One of the worries about driving an early 960 … 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
XC90 – Replacing Oxygen Sensors DIY Tutorial
Replacing heated oxygen sensors is a low-medium level DIY project you can do to save money on car repairs, and if your sensors are old, can increase your fuel economy. Really straight foward to swap out. They should be done … 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.
1998 Volvo V70 Brake Hydraulics Overhaul
Brake Hoses, Caliper Seals/Dust Boots Rebuild Tutorial MVS Contributor and Member CN90 documented his thorough brake hydraulics overhaul and posted it in the forum. His tutorial is the next best thing to a Volvo tech sitting next to you saying … Continue reading
S80 T6 Top End Rebuild Pics
As some of you know, I had to repair what I think was a blown head gasket. Still not 100% sure. Anyway, it gave me a reason to rebuild the top end and checkout the turbos. Enjoy. ’99 S80 T6 … Continue reading