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by chn718
10 Jun 2008, 17:45
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Volvo 850 wagon 97 catalytic converter
Replies: 2
Views: 833

Thanks so much for your help!
by chn718
09 Jun 2008, 21:21
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Volvo 850 wagon 97 catalytic converter
Replies: 2
Views: 833

Volvo 850 wagon 97 catalytic converter

Hi, I need to replace my cat converter, however I want to buy a mag flow, and was wondering if you guys know any nation wide shops such as Midas, Tires plus, Pep boys etc. whom would weld the Mag Flow Cat Converter. Also what is the size 2.5 or 2.25 inches? I am confused? Its 97 non turbo Wagon 850
by chn718
03 Jun 2008, 21:00
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Replace Catalytic Converter 97 Volvo 850
Replies: 5
Views: 5565

Replace Catalytic Converter 97 Volvo 850

Hi, I have 97 Volvo 850, and check engine light turned on, took it to dealer and they said I need a new cat converter the part alone is 790 dollars. so I have been looking for aftermarket, does anyone know if those are good? Also what kind of catalytic converter do I need, the direct fit 4 bolt on l...
by chn718
21 Apr 2008, 18:15
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Startability/Drivability Problem Engine Light On Code P0172
Replies: 3
Views: 795

Thanks for the help, but a few more questions, first how do I know what kind of wires/plugs he used? He said they were purchased from the volvo dealer, second could it be the fuel injectors? Since I feel the car lacks power, and there is problems starting, or can this also be attributed to oxygen se...
by chn718
21 Apr 2008, 17:45
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Startability/Drivability Problem Engine Light On Code P0172
Replies: 3
Views: 795

Startability/Drivability Problem Engine Light On Code P0172

Hi all, I recently bought a 97 Volvo 850 wagon with 150,000 miles on it, recently it has been having problems starting, I would need to turn the key once and the engine would crank, but it would not start, if I let it go and then crank it again it would start, sometimes 2-3 times. I took it to my me...
by chn718
11 Apr 2008, 22:49
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Check Engine Light on 97 Volvo 850
Replies: 11
Views: 6401

Check Engine Light on 97 Volvo 850

Hi all, I recently bought a 97 Volvo 850 wagon with 150,000 miles on it, recently it has been having problems starting, I would need to turn the key once and the engine would crank, but it would not start, if I let it go and then crank it again it would start. I took it to my mechanic and he said th...
by chn718
10 Jan 2008, 21:06
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: How to fold down front passenger seat 1997 volvo 850 wagon
Replies: 2
Views: 2271

How to fold down front passenger seat 1997 volvo 850 wagon

Hi all, I recently noticed that the "front passenger seatback folds flat, allowing storage of long items, like ladders, that extend from the tailgate to the front dashboard" I was wondering how do you do that on 850 wagon???? I tried reclining my seat forward but would not work
by chn718
06 Jan 2008, 14:23
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Where do I plug in OSB II code reader in 1997 volvo 850
Replies: 9
Views: 2903

They didn't give me a code, so... O2 sensor??? How expensive is this and have you guys replaced it? I have 149,000 miles on non-turbo wagon.
by chn718
06 Jan 2008, 09:47
Forum: 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90
Topic: Is there a low fuel warning light? 89 740 Turbo
Replies: 3
Views: 1380

hi, I think that if non of your gauges are working that means the sensor is malfunctioning, you do have a low fuel light but because the gauges are not functioning correctly I doubt that the low fuel light well work. What I did was use the little trip calculator and said like fuel up every 250 miles...
by chn718
05 Jan 2008, 22:28
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Windshield washer problem
Replies: 4
Views: 1062

Windshield washer problem

Hi all, have a 97 volvo 850 wagon, I am having problem with the washer fluid squirting from the windshield wiper, when I pull on it, it squirts fine for like 20 seconds then its like it looses pressure and gets lower and lower on the windshield until no fluid comes out, however there is still fluid ...