Engine

Should I Avoid an ’04 Volvo S60

Thoughts on the ’04 Volvo S60? Buyer’s Guide for 2004 S60: Bad Valves? Question: hutch1 » Greetings! I’m considering purchasing a 2004 S60 as an upgrade from my 850. However,…

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XC90 T6 Broken Thermostat Nipple Forever Fix

songzunhuang » I just spent a really annoying weekend doing some major updates on the family SUV. I changed the timing belt, waterpump, tensioner, serpentine belt and drive belt pulley…

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P2 Volvo Oil & Filter Change Tutorial

Use the paper towels or rags to wipe out the inside of the cover. Make sure you remove any gunk that may have accumulated at the bottom. Now take the new filter and place it into the cover. Push it down until it slides over the center post in the bottom of the cover:

Post categories In Engine, Volvo Fluids, Volvo S60, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo S80, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

Fitting the Right TD04HL-15G Turbo to Your 1996 Volvo 850

Question: Replacement Turbo Doesn’t Fit! Why? boreddaily » Hello all. Just want to say this upfront, but I’m very new and very tired from a severe lack of…

Post categories In Boost, Turbo & Intercoolers, Engine, Speed, Aftermarket & HP, Volvo 850

BlueDevil Head Gasket Sealer

Do “pour-in” sealers like BlueDevil Head Gasket Sealer work? BlueDevil Head Gasket Sealer is an aftermarket quick fix for leaky head gaskets that you pour into the radiator.…

Post categories In Engine, Gaskets, O-Rings, Bushings & Mounts, Volvo Fluids

Due for a Volvo PCV Job?

A Volvo PCV job is a pretty manageable project for the typical do-it-yourselfer. Learn more here about how to do one, how long it might take, parts you…

Post categories In Engine, Engine Breathing - MAF, PCV, EGR, Etc., Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Emissions and Fuel Economy, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

1998 V70 GLT 19T Build

1998 V70 GLT 19T Build by an MVS Contributor and member since 2014 bmdubya1198. He guides us through a wonderful build thread on an everyday 1998 V70 GLT…

Post categories In Boost, Turbo & Intercoolers, ECU, TCU, PNP, ETM & Other Modules, Engine, Spark, Spark Plugs & Wires, Ignition, Rotor, Coils, Volvo Experiences, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000

CVVT – What They Do & Why

The CVVT job — burn off environmentally bad gasses produced in the first minute or so from a cold engine. CVVT technology superseded fussy air pumps after it…

Post categories In Engine, Volvo C70, Volvo Emissions and Fuel Economy, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo S80, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

How to Change Coolant and Avoid Destroying Your Engine in Modern Volvos

Want To Know How to Change Coolant and Avoid Destroying Your Engine? If you’re looking to change the coolant (antifreeze) on your modern Volvo, slow your roll! There’s…

Post categories In Engine, Volvo Fluids, Volvo S60, Volvo S90, Volvo V40 2013+, Volvo V60, Volvo V70 & XC70 2008+, Volvo V90 2017+, Volvo V90 Cross Country, Volvo XC40, Volvo XC60, Volvo XC60 2018+, Volvo XC70 & V70XC, Volvo XC90, Water Pump

Set Timing Volvo B5254T3

Need to set timing on a Volvo B5254T3 engine? Here’s the DIY and deep VVT (variable valve timing) explanation from MVS Volvo Forums wizards Rick and Jimmy: RickHaleParker »…

Post categories In Engine, Volvo C30, Volvo C70, Volvo Engine Oil, Return Line, etc., Volvo S40 & V40

Built 1998 S70 T5M Kills Its Rod Bearings, Crank Journals

Socalboostin has a problem with his fast 1998 S70 T5M. It’s very bad news. This post documents his teardown of his Volvo 5-cylinder to find out what happened.…

Post categories In Engine, Speed, Aftermarket & HP, Volvo Engine Oil, Return Line, etc.

2004 V70 2.5T with 104K miles – Engine Sludge

cn90 » The car is 2004 V70 2.5T with 104K miles. All maintenance up-to-date (Timing Belt at 95K, PCV etc.). Car was serviced exclusively at Volvo dealer. I am the…

Post categories In Engine, Engine Breathing - MAF, PCV, EGR, Etc.

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