I'm experiencing the same issue. Going to try the sleeve and U-clamp method. Quick question, though: how can you tell if, as JimBee observed, you have a leaking exhaust manifold gasket?

Thanks for the helpful advice and the ignition switch repair guide, really appreciate it!

So this morning my dad and I went over a junk yard and picked up a used ignition switch. I took the opportunity to study and take pictures of the connector and other wiring on and adjacent to the steering ...

Hey everyone, this is my first post, but I've been here reading up on and then fixing various volvo issues for a few months now. What a great resource--saved me many hundreds of dollars thus far--so I thank you all for being so generous with your knowledge and time.

So my issue: This morning I ...