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Should be a straight swap although 1993/4 can be different in some areas. Shame I don't have good access to the storage where all my spares are. I'm sure I have a good working Sc-810 (or it was when put away). Might even have an SC-815/6 but not sure what I have. It will be a month or so before I ca...

That is a good find! May have to look at this for my car. For a car that does very little mileage like mine and does not do a lot outside in winter, this may be worth it!

Thanks for sharing!

Neil.

You know I am cheering for you abscate!!
Let me know if I can help and you know I will if I can!

Neil.

Not sure how much it will cost but looking at having a custom system built in T304. If that system you have is T304 it should not be rusted. Most aftermarket systems are expensive and made from crap like T409 which is no better than mild steel. I have seen T304 systems out there but mostly in Europe...

Sounds like some positive progress finally! On a 98 the most likely sot is the charcoal canister which should be up in front of the LHF wheel tucked up between the bumper and the inner fender plastic liner. If it it not there then it is a later model and under the passenger side rear foot well. tuck...

Here is another un-helpful suggestion. You could just buy this:

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/let ... ?undefined

Neil.

Regular fuel pressure for your year is around 43 psi.

Hopefully issue is simple.

Neil.

I agree with the buying of an AWD as they are getting so hard to find new parts for for the rear of the car. Front end is not so bad. I have been in contact with abscate on this and cheering him on from the sidelines. Now he has got by the worst part of getting the sub-frame bolts out (a method I ha...

This is the thread I'm was talking about. On page 6 of the thread there is a picture of the rear subframe mounting area and on the RHS of the picture you can see the axle stand the car is sitting on. https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=69287&hilit=V70R+sub+frame&start=50 Neil.

As per abscate. Seems the most popular method for guys and un-popular for their partners!!

Neil.

I did it with a pair of long axle stands I own. I placed them near the rocker panel pinch weld on a piece of wood between it and the floor to spread the load. I used a floor jack under the rear diff plate to pull the whole frame out. I placed a piece of wood on the floor jack to spread the load and ...

Do you have the 4 number security code for the units?

Neil.

Cookeh has a good point! If a local repair shop is delivered the parts, what do they charge for fixing it? Volvo, oh, probably around $150 CDN!!

Neil.

+ 1 to what misha said!! Don't speak too loudly so the car does not know it is fixed.............!

Neil.

Picked up a set of 850R Volan rims from another 'old' guy in town with good M & S tries on them. I had found that the rims I am running on the 00 V70R are actually too wide (8J/8"). I believe the Thor rims were from a S80 and not an S60 as I was told when buying them. 7.5" is the safest widest rim t...

IF you clean the grease off around the shaft you should find a hidden reverse 'C' clip. You have to hold the shaft in a strong bench vice, expand the clip and hit the knuckle up on off. Much easier with a helper unless you have 3 hands. Sometimes the clip gets stuck in the groove. You may have to wo...

It is so frustrating when you get these weird issues. If is only one cylinder I would think it is un-likely the crank or cam sensor. I would have expected it to be more random across the board. I am more concerned about the low Cylinder #2 reading. Yes the oil in the cylinder could point to bad pist...

Thanks Erik. I knew 58" was in there somewhere!! I was in a rush yesterday and did not sully read the thread so appreciate your catch on the type of pipe to use.

Neil.

According to Wikipedia it is a 20V 2.5 used from 91-95. Some confusion is caused by different model years in Europe. When I was in the UK, the car year was based on when it was made or registered for the first time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volvo_850 94-95 in North America is an awkward change ...

Couldn't remember all the details as I have not done this repair personally. However, this is a long thread but most of the info is at the front. 3/8" not 5/8" as per my faulty memory!!

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=53448&hilit=PCV+modification

Neil.

Well were would the fun be if all jobs went as planned?? :D If all jobs were as planned you would not need the fancy tools like grinders and Dremels!! And if you even had the tools they would just stay shiny in their original packing. As I seem to seldom had a job goes as planned, the worst case was...

The dealer I spoke to gave me the impression they were available but had to come from Sweden. It is disappointing to hear that a part used on several older Volvo models is no longer available. Guess we have to see if we can find some kind of alternative.

I wish you luck.

Neil.

Buy them all and sell them on to cover your cost?

Neil.

When the sensor was replaced, do you know what brand was used? Even Bosch have been known to get copy versions out there. It is unusual for O2 sensors to go bad that quickly. Last set I replaced as a precaution was at 12 years of age of the car. It is now 20+ That is not to say that bad wiring canno...

Well glad you got a way forward and like you said that replacing the connector or direct wiring may be the way to go with heat-shrink on the join. PITA if you have to change again but do-able. Leave extra wire and you can just snip and re-connect a new one if you ever need one.

Neil.

You may want to look at the modified pipe system that many recommend over the standard pipework, especially with a higher mileage engine. It helps reduce clogging of the narrow pipes and lessens the crankcase internal pressure. You need to use oil compatible pipe. If I recall it is 5/8" internal dia...

It may not be anything new or re-built that is causing the problems. There is a bush at the front of the viscous coupling housing under the car that can wear and cause vibration when driving. The other suspect is the VC unit front bearing or the VC unit itself. The fact that the vibration was not th...

I would have been the first to avoid a 'base' model a few years ago. Having then spent a lot of time re-building a 5 speed auto base 2000 SE model I now have a greater appreciation of the toughness of the base model as well as the much better fuel consumption. The 5 speed auto is on of the cars that...

Nice looking car with a few paint challenges. At least look at the positive. No clutch!!!

Neil.

Are you 100% sure it is only making noise while slowing down and you are just not hearing it until you get your foot off the gas? Does this happen when the brakes are pressed or will this happen when just taking the foot off the gas and slowing down without brakes being applied? As the prop-shaft is...

Should have added, this can cause poor starting, and particularly when hot.

Neil.

Sorry but from your picture it is hard to orientate my brain cell. Looking at the pictures in the link looks like it is the ECT connector which is the engine coolant temp sensor. That connector and the wires to it are known problems. If you have replaced the ECT with an OE one and are still having a...

Quick, run out and buy a lottery ticket.........!

Neil.

Oops! Should have added to check the rear brake dust shields are not rubbing in the rotor, and that both rear calipers are working correctly.

Neil.

If the clicking is coming from near the back, as you have an AWD it may be the VC (viscous coupling) 'nose' bearing failing. I had a similar issue with a 98 V70 XC and went through everything until I found this. The bearing fell apart when removed. Other issues you can check are: 1) Parking brake sh...

+ 1 abscate. Garage build (or lack of progress) drives me nuts, stresses me, but then you read something like this and it gives a swift kick in the pants to make you realize your lot in life is truly not that bad. Heck I'm getting a garage finally. Try and find positives even when crap is going on a...

Glad you have been seeking out help over the years. It is always easier to hide from your own issues by looking out for others. Problem with that (as you know) is it builds and builds inside you. So please take time for yourself where you can. Are there any help groups out there in your area you can...

Sounds low to me. I think I get better than that with my V70R (2000 P80 model) and on a run at 100-110kph probably nearer 10l/100km. My buddy with the 5 speed auto V70 base model from 2000 (P80) managed 7l/100km on flat roads. My parents managed the same in an 850 NA (93 year).

Neil.

Good question. Can't honestly remember as it has been a few years since I replaced the pump. I think it may be near where the wiring comes through the floor in the trunk area. Sub-frame is aluminum so not grounded on there.

Neil.

Is the engine turning over but just not firing? It could be the immobiliser not sending a spark. Couple of simple things to try: 1) Disconnect the battery and touch the leads. This resets the electrical system. 2) Re-connect the battery, +ve lead first. 3) Manually lock/un-lock the drivers' door loc...

With the coolant, these cars are bad for air-locks in the cooling system. It can take several hot/cold cycles of the engine for the 'burping' to clear if you are un-lucky. I generally raise the front end of the car when re-filling and fill slowly while squeezing the radiator pipes to try to persuade...

Yes I try to talk to him as often as I can. Problem is the 8 hour time difference, but we get there once in a while. Weekends are the hardest for him as that is when he gets too much time to think but that is when he won't answer a call. Appreciate the thoughts and likewise mine are with you as you ...

Strange but not surprised. Considering I believe here in Calgary you can only buy a Jetta after labotomy (or so it seems) it is not surprising one ended up under a truck. Positive is one less Jetta on the road!! Shame about the Ferrari. I guess it proves that although they are low to the ground they...

Having recently lost my sister-in-law to cancer it truly is something I would not wish it on anyone. Like you I have been through the big 'C' issues with too many friends and family through my life. The hardest thing for me is my brother (who suffers from depression) lives in Sweden so I can't just ...

Impact driver is possibly the only way to go. I tried the old brute force but only succeeded in breaking most of the bolt heads off. If it helps, when I broke the heads off, and pulled the sub-frame, it was the concretion of the reacting metals that formed a glue between the bolts shank and the sub-...

Wow, that poor car did sit for a long time. Amazing how much rust there is on even the pulleys and mech. tensioner. What are you going to do with all the rusty bolts..................? :lol: :lol: Getting a good steering rack is a challenge. Pity you don't live closer. I have a stashed one in the 'j...

Maybe. Hard to get in to view these days. Problem with 'R' P2's is the chassis controls, shocks and air-bag service issues (this one definitely has the last one based on the pictures). Pluses is the manual trans and interior looks not too bad. Garage build cost over-runs and delays prevent me from b...

Anyone want to take a bid on this one? Un-reserved charity auction car:

https://regalauctions.com/inventory/CAR ... /83113.htm

Neil.

Major progress and some good signs of 'positivity' with exception of the alternator of course!

Neil.

The sub-frames are the same as far as I recall. The differences between an XC and an AWD is the rear hub pick-up points are different for the control arms. I believe the upper control arms are the same, the lowers may be different Most of the rest can be swapped over. Fuel system is different but th...

Remember Volvo recommend changing the water pump every second belt change. 10 years is max recommended on a belt irrespective of mileage.

Neil.

I know that some alignment placed make adjustments to allow for the road camber so it stops the wheel being pulled into the ditch when driving and braking. I know on my 4Runner the dealer adjusted to a 'special' alignment setting as it used to steer me into the ditch all the time which is tiring on ...

Neil.

It did exist. I checked a few years ago for the P80, even asked my brother in Sweden to check it out but nothing. If they are available that would be good to know. Hopefully we will have the new garage built before winter so at least while the cars are at home it will not be such a big issue.

Neil.

We also have the salt issue, but it wasn't too bad until they starting spraying liquid death about 5-6 years ago. Now the cars even a few years old shoe impressive rusting qualities we didn't used to have. The anti-icing agent is a stupid idea. When I questioned the city roads department as to what ...

The problem is more with the intercooler freezing with humidity and oil that has got in there from worn turbo seals. I have posted several times that we can get the intercooler frozen here which can prevent the engine getting enough air to run at all in really bad cases and just have no power to mov...

Thanks for getting back to us and giving an update. Always helps others to compare symptoms and fixes. Well done!

Neil.

Car is starting to look crusty like its' owner!! LoL. Oh, my goodness you have a challenge on your hands.

Neil.

You are correct. For your year it should be tucked up behind the RR passenger footwell. Bit of a bugger to get to. I found my V70 had 2 split pipes in that area. The 'J' pipe as well as a second one going to the roll over valve slightly forward of there.

Neil.

I wonder if the car has an anti-jacking facility built into it? Not aware of Volvo's having that fitted but maybe it is possible. Other issue may be a faulty passenger door switch but can't think how that would work?

Neil.

IF you can get this running and safe to drive for $1000 I will be truly impressed! $1000 for 2 years running is cheap running indeed. We may have to christen you an honorary Scot!

Did you ever get the AWD fuel system back up and running? Might even be an easier job than this one!

Good Luck.

Neil.

If the sub-frame bushes start to go you will likely hear a clunk coming from it. +1 to what abscate says. I'd also check the control arm bushings for wear on the front suspension and the inner and outer tie-rods for play. Issues can also come from the rear suspension as well. Unusual tire wear would...

You would have to check the 2000 V70 AWD is correct if you are using AWD prop-shaft. There was a change in the flanges in 99-00 if I recall correctly. I am also assuming the 00 AWD was a 4 speed auto and not 5 speed auto. The rebuild with a warranty looks expensive until you realise Volvo charges 10...

The black 'pointy part' fits against the side of the battery. If you look along the side of the battery tray you will see notches along the front of it about every 1". The battery should have a lip along the front and rear and also the sides around the bottom. You have to drop it in slightly tilted ...

As you are in the middle 'ish of US. Try vandsautodismantlers in Sacramento. With the US$ v's CDN$ even worth trying Chapman motors on Vancouver Island. They specialise in Volvos. Local dealer uses them when new motors/trans are too expensive for customers.

Neil.

Well that is a new one to me so thanks for sharing. I've had the reverse issue where the crank pressure was blowing the dipstick out as the seals were worn on the dipstick. This might be a good addendum to add to a PCV service to change these parts as part of the process. This might explain why some...

Well done! Great detective work.

Neil.

Can a FWD trans be used in a AWD car? I guess so if you plan to drive it a a FWD only. Not sure if they can be modified to run as an AWD due to the sleeve connector not fitting into the RHS of the casing. Also check a 98 AWD will fit a 99 AWD car. It might be ok but they changed the drive on the Ang...

Well done and hope the new owner brings it back to enjoy!

Neil.

Up here in Canada the local dealer foreman recommended opening this hole up a little as we have an issue with the intercoolers freezing in the winter with condensation as it does not drain fast enough. When this happens you have to either put a heater under the car to thaw it out or if it starts let...

Once you did the PCV system service, did you re-test it to make sure you have cleared any clogged oil residue. You would not be the first person to have done that (How would I know?) to find I had not fully cleaned all the holes in the block and PTC nipple.

Good luck!

Neil.

The springs do break and the bearing do seize. If you see the tensioner bobbing up and down when engine is idling it has failed. Replace it ASAP unless you want to toast the motor (serp belt jumps or snaps and takes out the timing belt cover and timing belt). Some of the older tensioners have a Torx...

Great news on the A/C. Funny how old equipment is becoming more important to owning these old cars. Took the 'R' to the dealer today to drop it off. Has only done a couple of very short runs since moving to new home in early January. When I uncovered it in the spring it had no coolant in the header ...

Sorry but I am having difficulty figuring out where the pictures are you have taken. Fist one I recognize as the turbo feed pipe to the intercooler from the top of the turbo housing. These turbos leak as they age and the short rubber pipe between the turbo body and the and the pipe to the intercoole...

I wish yo a lot of luck!

Neil.

Assuming being a 99 it has the 4 speed auto trans? Normally if the reverse stops working it is the start of the transmission failing.

Did you confirm the oil level when hot is correct?

Neil.

I've seen a few Volvos for sale with 'R' badges fitted. Best laugh is FWD cars with 'R' badges on them. Then there was the recent one I posted that was badged as an XC70 R on a P80. Several of the 'R's are V70 AWD cars re-badged. If I lived in a more rural place then I would agree with the manual sw...

Car basically has a fairly good history with current owner. Paintwork does leave a bit to be desired as MoVolvo says. Lot of color variation of LR door and RF fender. Interior is pretty good. Price is high though in my opinion. These cars are not as desirable as the 850R or T5R. Complications of man...

Nice to be able to give back for all your help to others!

Neil.

I'm sure the others will agree, you are welcome!

Neil.

What is an ETS light? Is it the traction control light? If that is what you mean then it should have no effect on the cars running but could point to the ABS controller failing which is common on these cars. Strange though that it is not showing a code. Did Autozone re-set it and did it come back on...

Glad you are finally getting a chance to enjoy your car after all the trials you went through!

Neil.

Glad it was that simple. I'm sure it has happened before but can't say I have ever heard of that switch failing, but then they are 20+ years old now.

Neil.

Agreed on the C70. The pointers are the steering wheel does not site correctly. Sounds like it has taken a hard knock on RHS and possibly bent the steering or sub-frame/suspension. Only saving grace is the low'ish price and mileage.

Neil.

Here are a few of West coast Canada cars: https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/cto/d/langley-1967-volvo-123-gt/7198514412.html I had one of these but have trouble believing the claim it was ice blue. Maybe NA got that color but never seen one that color. Having said that, I think there will be littl...

When fitting, or even before removing check which way around the cage fits. If you look closely at the cage the metal part that fits into the recess is offset on one side. If you fit them the wrong way around they will leak past the 'o' rings. Should that happen then you can then remove and reverse....

You could get a set of hub centric wheel centers to be able to fit the 65.1mm to a 63.4mm hub long as the pitch of the bolt holes are correct. I think they are as I once bought a set of wheels that were 63.5mm centers and recall they fitted the hub pattern but of course would not fit over the hub ce...

Great catch! Must be intuitive to an old 'salt' like you by now. Does this mean Earl is heading back home? What a great person you are to get the car back up and running so well. Big 'PAT' on the back from up here! You know they may not be particularly powerful, but the NA's are beginning to grow on...

I recall it took a sharp whack with a hammer to break it loose. Obviously taking care not to bend the shaft. A large pair of pipe pliers/wrench would also help.

Glad they arrived ok. Hopefully you can find a boot option that works for these.

Neil.

Happy Birthday to MVS. Where would all us Volvo folks be without this superb resource and all the marvelous friendly and helpful members on here. Like others have said, Matt many thanks for this Forum!!

Neil.

I did have an issue with a Nissens evaporator on an 850. The flange at the bulkhead on the pipes were slightly too large preventing the snap ring being able to get over them to lock them in. A little careful filing (after 5 hours of swearing) and it then snapped in perfectly. Ran great after that th...

30,000 miles sounds about right for a copper core plug. My Toyota plugs get changed at 190,000km on their schedule. I decided to change them this year as the car was built in 2003! Car only had 160,000km. I took it to the dealer as I didn't fancy trying to remove 16 year old plugs from an alloy head...

The only difference I have found over the years is some don't have the part #24 fitted.

Neil.

Surely Uro can make one part right? Few options left these days. I have been lucky and found a couple of good ones in the past but they get snapped up as soon as I get them from local Volvo owners.

Neil.

If the rear hanger broke off (common issue), then you need parts 44 and 45 in drawing above. Be warned. I had a 2000 V70 base and the replacement hanger was too big a diameter for the pipe. I had to make up a collar to pack out the gap. I don't know if it was an aftermarket muffler on the car or an ...

You need the CPS at all times. If it is faulty or engine loses signal engine will shut down. I had an issue with a CPS n a 93 850 GLT and the engine would randomly just lose power for a few seconds or just die. If it died, I'd have to wait a while and then it would start right up. Replaced the part ...

I agree with Cookeh that you need to check the steering linkages first and let us know if you had an alignment done on the whole suspension after the front end work. Rear suspension can also cause strange issues so a 4 wheel alignment should have been done, Like Cookeh says there are several posts o...

Is this not in the wrong forum? Should this not be in the P2 section?

Neil.

When you have worked on your car, have you replaced any of the engine mounts with poly bushes? They transmit more vibration into the steering but make things feel more stiff. If you are feeling clunks then maybe there are worn components either in the steering, suspension or front sub-frame mounts. ...

The rear sub-frame has to be removed as the sub-frame is a 'clam-shell' which is what clamps the rear diff in place. Volvo in their infinite wisdom decided to put the bolts holding the 2 halves together from the top of the sub-frame so it has to come out to to replace the diff. Other than having a V...

Thanks for giving us the heads up! I looked but for my tire size (225/45/17) there were no winter tire options on sale. The price you got is a smoking price. Hope others can take advantage of this.

Neil.

I had check light issues and transmission issues with a 2000 V70 I had. It turned out to be corrosion on the ETM and TCM modules. Dealer cleaned them with a Wurth branded product they used and then all was well. If it is an ETM issue I would expect it to be under warranty. If it was a re-built unit ...

Check the door window guide is not broken. With the age of these cars I have had a few fracture at the lower mount inside the door. Depending on the age it is secured on the back edge of the door with a screw or rivet. Take the door interior panel off and try moving the rear runner side to side. Som...

8671224 is the Volvo part #.

Neil.

I would leave alone if they work fine. If you want piece of mind you could do the following checks on the coils: 1) Remove the rubber boots and check them carefully for any splits which can lead to shorting. 2) Look around the coil casing at the top of the 'stalk' part. Look for cracks in the coil m...

And $5000 of other repairs while you are in there and IF you can find the parts (if the leak is at the rear of the car) ................!

Neil.

I have never seen a bearing plate/mount break. I'm sure anything can happen. It is the rubber spring mount that fails as per my link to FCP web-site.

Neil.

Great news on the clutch now working as it should. Always like to hear good news!

Neil.

I have not heard of this type of failure on the P80, not that it can't happen of course. On P2's in particular I have seen this exact issue on front coil failures. Glad you were not driving on a highway when that failed.

Neil.

Rick, the picture is the strut bearing plate and not the mount. The mount is a rubber part. What you are seeing with the picture Richard99 is the center bush in the top mount has separated from the mount. Like Rick says this is a common issue with Volvos of this era. Volvo replaced the regular part ...

Not sure how hard to laugh at this nonsense...........!

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/ct ... 70172.html

Neil.

Neil

That is the cruise control pump in the picture.

Neil.

If you are getting a hard peddle it is more likely you are getting no help from the booster. It may not be the booster but a failed pipe leeding to the front of the booster or the one way valve has failed. It is a plastic piece fitted in at the front of the booster which connects to the pipe to the ...

I thought the caliper bracket bolts use thread locker on them? I have re-used these bolts for years many times with no issue. Please note I am not advocating others do this but my personal experience is they can be re-used. These take less stress on them than the caliper slider pins which have a muc...

I have not seen the manual slave cylinder on an 850 or P80 for that matter. What I do know from older Volvos and other manual transmission cars is that as abscate says, there is often an adjustment that can be made to the slave cylinder rod connected to the arm carrying the release bearing. This hel...

I am wary of FCP Euros positive product reviews. I gave a couple of negative reviews for crap products without being insulting and they were never included on the products. So apart from their pricing having gone way up over the last couple of years, they are mostly no longer competitive for those o...

Wow! I would certainly be asking questions of the supplier! This is a dangerous product and may be faulty manufacture.

Good luck resolving it.

Neil.

I have been wrong (according to my wife) before, but I thin this is not a signal issue as much as a gearing variance between AWD and FWD.

Now whether or not that can be adjusted via software or swapping the whole cluster for a FWD version is the answer I am not sure.

Neil.

Check the servicing is up to date including the Haldex system service and the obvious timing belt last change. P1's are hard on front suspension parts for some reason. To change the plugs you have to remove the intake. Not too hard but takes some time. I like the S40/V50 P1 model but find them a lit...

Perhaps the AWD had a different gear set to a FWD in the trans?

Neil.

I swapped a KPH to MPH (US) cluster on a 97 850 GLT. We had no issues going that way around. Can't recall the tire size it had though.

Neil.

Nivo's shipped out today. Thanks Matt for covering postage!

Neil.

The 850's originally came with a 205-50-16 tire. Volvo eventually did an update to recommend fitting a 205-55-16 tire as too many owners were complaining of tires splitting when hitting pot holes. I don't recall them ever fixing the speedo change because of this. May be worth asking them if there is...

I'll look into this tomorrow. Foggydog has PM'd me his address so I can get an estimate. I will try to find a company that someone told me about that ships direct to Montana from Calgary and then uses USPS from there. Supposedly 50% of normal cost according to the guy who told me about it and uses i...

As promised, found time to take photos of the 'Green' Nivomats sitting in garage. Could do with paint and boots as said, but are dry. If you have the aluminum 'V' clamps then you would be able to replace the boots. They are here if you need them. P80 AWD rear Nivomat (1).jpg P80 AWD rear Nivomat (2)...

I have not seen any write up on the change. It was the service manager at the dealer that told me the reason for the change.

And yes the Toyota coolant is a reddish color.

Neil.

Can you see where it is leaking from? I had an issue with a leak and the dealer replaced the 'O' rings in the ends of the cooler hoses to the thermostat from the radiator twice. They then said it was the cooler pipes were the issue. I replaced the pipes with OE parts and it still leaked. I took the ...

If it doesn't work out for you soon I will see what I can do to help. I will take some pictures of the shocks so have a Plan B if needed. I will try to find time to check out a new company that ships stuff to Montana regularly and then ships USPS to US destinations. Guy who told me about it says abo...

A year or so they changed to bring it more environmentally acceptable and there are also more protecting minerals added to the mix.

Neil.

Like Rocket99 with his challenge with coil packs, what volvolugnut says I am a +1 to what he says. Sometimes walking away from an issue helps to re-think and issue and then going back to basics helps. Congrats on getting it figured out! Neil.

Well done! What I take from this is a good learning/teaching moment. We all assumed you knew the firing order which was clearly an error on our part. Well done to all the guys for helping figuring this out and hopefully now a simple fix.

Neil.

Well done for finding this. I would never expect this to be an issue.

Neil.

This is the link to how to replace the boots with the boot part number:

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=72387&p=381523&hili ... ot#p381523

The part number is still valid for the boot Volvo part # 1387105. Price is in the $12-15 US from Tasca and others.

Neil

I have a spare set in the garage, but need to replace the boots on them which I can't do just now as the stuff I need to do that is in a storage facility in one of many boxes. The boots need a set of aluminum bench vice clamps with 'v's' cut into them to grip but not mar the shafts. Then need to be ...

I can't hear the sound clearly. There are a few possible thinks to check:

1) Spring seat on front left strut top.
2) Could be the sub-frame bushes on the left side
3) Sway-bar bush broken/split.
4) Sway-bar end links failing
5) CV boot is possible but hard to tell from this.

Neil.

Don't use standard rivets or washers. These are designed to pull through if you hit something with the car and not rip off the mountings. I found this out the hard way with a car I bought when I found the fender was creased when the PO had run it over a curb.

Neil.

All P80's I have worked on have one of the 2 end case brackets. They both mount to the same holes.

Neil.

The vents on the end of the dash are the front side window demister vents to clear the side windows to see the rearview mirrors. They are connected to the vent system and to the 2 outer face vents. As to why the 'smoke' comes out of there is possibly as it is a small area it may seem that way and ar...

There are 2 different brackets as there are 2 starter case lengths.

Neil.

Again I would not expect the PTC to blow the 20A fuse unless the wire is damaged and shorting. I guess disconnecting it would prove that.

Neil.

For parts you can try vandsautodismantlers in Sacramento, or from Canada Chapman motors on Vancouver Island. Chapmans can be a bit pricey but with the exchange rate may be not to bad for you. I have bought a lot of parts from them over the years and never had a bad part over the years. Both should h...

Is the AC compressor noisy? Main issues are bearings failing and clutch adjustment. Clutch adjustment I have not heard causing a fuse to blow. The SC will run and then stop and blow warm air. For that you can do the zip-tie or bread clip fix to get the clutch back into adjustment and running. But as...

The heated seats should also be transferable. You will need to swap over the seat foam with the heater elements. Check first that the heater element wiring is still good. The connectors are in the middle of the seat foam in a hollow section on the underside. They are prone to breaking off or the wir...

I was fairly sure it was a typo as I see a lot of wheels for sale from later P2 Volvos with that tire size. I have thought about trying the slightly wider tire as there are a lot around for sale. 225/45/17 are less common here. Like I said, the only issue I have had on my 'R' AWD has been the rim ca...

The seats may physically fit as they are similar. The issues are how the seats and airbags operate as your other car is a 99. 98 it would be easier as they are I think the same as a 850. A 98 V/S70 seat can be adapted to work with a 99- with some wiring changes with the exception of the airbag opera...

Someone I used to know fitted a 2005 FWD V70 motor into a 98 AWD with stick shift. Like misha says, issue is change of tech. I believe in my friends case he 'down-graded' the engine to a 98 motor by removing the VVC and fitting the earlier car parts.

Neil.

I run 225/45/17 tires on my AWD 'R'. No rubbing at the rear (did you mean the tires you bought on the rims were 235/45/17 and not 235/75/17?) except when the car is off the ground the rims can bind on the sub-frame behind the wheel. The tire is ok.

No issues on the front either.

Neil.

My friend just fitted IPD HD rear springs to the rear of his V70 base to bring his sons stuff 3800km back from Eastern Canada. Said it made a huge improvement to the ride height at the back when loaded (I had fitted new Lemforder standard springs just before he bought it). I rode with him in the car...

Before you go to crazy on this, I would look first at the wiring harness where it enters the door. I have had several of the wires snap through use affecting door locks, mirror operation and more. If someone can supply the pin out for the door connector for the harness it still requires the inner pa...

If the bolts are going to be part of holding the hitch mount, try a bolt supplier. If I recall Volvo uses Grade 8 steel bolts.

Good luck!

Neil.

Heat is probably our only chance then and lots of it. Maybe worth taking to a shop to see if they can try if they have gas welding gear.

Neil.

They are a swine once they are rusted. Plan also for new bumper mounts. I ended up grinding the heads off which allowed me enough room to then pull the bumper rearwards. The bolts go through a sleeve up to the top of the bumper mount and it rusts itself into the sleeve and usually the head shears or...

7/900 series have a poor overlap accident test, needs a bigger engine between you and what you hit? How about this one then!!

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/ed ... 1512748336

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Hate to say it, but best cars I have owned were all GM!! 1983 Opel Senator - 3 litre straight 6 - 3 speed auto. Downside -Rust 1988 Vauxhall Carleton - 3 litre straight 6 - 5 speed stick. Downside - Rust 2001 Chev Suburban 1500 on rear coils. Downside - Rust All these vehicles were extremely comfort...

I am fairly sure I have a random 850 turn signal, but not sure which side. Problem is it is under a pile of stuff in a box in storage for probably another 2 months while the garage is being built.

Neil.

Why not call your car 'Storm Cloud' as I can see a few on the horizon with the re-build!

Helps if I add the link!

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=84824&p=467394&hili ... me#p467394

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This thread is from my 2000 V70R AWD sub-frame replacement. You can see the position of the regulator on top of the tank just about the front of the RHR wheel.

Neil.

Then of course this may help too:

Thanks Robert!,

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Not a great picture but does this help?

https://www.b-parts.com/en/store/produc ... 1996-1997/

Maybe enough detail to get the correct positions.

Neil.

Up here I bought a cheap Canadian Tire 'Mastercraft' (own branded) set maybe 15 years ago. Seldom use it but it has been ok if not perfect. Has loads of non-metric stuff I never use, but could do with more fine thread metric. For the number of times I need this stuff it is one of those sets that has...

Now you have to aim for the 720,000 miles someone posted on here a couple of years ago or so. I think that was a 98 T5 wagon and one owner. Well done on getting it this far. My car is currently at about 170,000 miles, and my old one my buddy told me is at 180,000 miles and just completed a 4500+ mil...

That running pressure is about right. I had the dealer check my 2000 V70R and it was running about 63psi with a new Volvo pump and ejector unit in the fuel tank. I normally switch the key to Pos II and let the car sit for 34- secs before turning the key. I found sometimes if I was too quick it would...

Glad you finally found the wiring issue. Well done on your persistence. Now enjoy!

Neil.

Been a while, but as I recall from my 2000 V70 non-turbo, it has a muffler just forward of the rear wheels that runs across the car, and then a second muffler/resonator box on LHS just behind the rear wheels. There are plenty of on-line dealer web-sites that you can look at that will show you the wh...

Glad it was that simple.

Neil.

Maybe a marketing thing. Only ones I have seen up here were turbos.

Neil.

140 pressure reading is still low is it not?

Neil

Try opening the distributor cap and look for moisture inside it, corroded/worm rotor arm contacts and bad carbon center pin. Also look for cracks in the cap, corroded contacts and oil in the base of the distributor. All these will cause the issues you mention and are a fairly easy starting point. Ne...

The only reason I thought it may be a turbo is because they call it (probably wrongly) a Sport. The Sportwagen 850 was a turbo.

Neil.

Does seem a high price for the mileage. Bonus is it is a stick shift and a turbo. Maybe bad pictures, but rear shot makes the rear part look a different color to the rear door forward.

Neil.

I love the color and a normal 59 PV544 Sport had a 1600cc engine. So this is a nice possibility if I had the money. Scary issue and maybe I am missing it, but what is holding the battery in place in the trunk?

Neil.

And yet IPD can get the info correct!

Neil.

Good luck getting FCP to fix their website. I've been trying to get them to correct the engine and trans for my 'R' for years. They just ignore it and then send you a 'How are we doing' email. Hmm...!

Neil.

I know it does not really help, but I did get a set of 'stubby' Torx 3/8" sockets from Princess Auto here in Canada. Don't think they are the highest quality by far, but they have helped me several times with tight access like where you are working. Maybe Harbor Freight has something similar? https:...

Hi Manov, These bushes sit at the end of each of the rear 'axles' in a FWD car. They locate the axle to allow it to move with the suspension while keeping the rear wheels aligned with the car. They can be a challenge to remove, sometimes needing a lot of heat and a special tool that has been known t...

When I replaced the nozzle on my 2000 V70 I was advised by the dealer mechanics to use the P2 Volvo version as it gives better windshield spray coverage.

Neil.

Welcome!

I am Canadian by passport but Scottish originally before moving here 20 years ago. A decision I only regret as in Calgary it is impossible to find decent tradespeople! Country though and most people here are great. Would not go back! One brother in Santa Rosa, CA. Again he loves it there. Good luck ...

Rear of car can be lifted by the central plate of the rear sub-frame under the rear diff. Side of car as you say by the original jacking points but only one side at a time. Front. I normally do one side at a time under the rear sub-frame mount. It is well supported. Not-sure I would lift at the midd...

I truly hope so. If you have room they are not too terrible to install on a FWD car. At to the storage stash in the hope that some day you will use it. I have a huge pile of stuff just like that!!

Treating it makes sense before storing it as it will hopefully slow down any storage rust creep.

Neil.

I disagree. Looks like it has had it ass thrashed. The interior is filthy as are the wheels. There are no pictures of the seats and interior and probably for a good reason. Those codes and axles could be big money if related to the active suspension. At half the price it may be worth a chance, but i...

I have to say, so far most of the products I find here in NA for rust protection are crap (sorry for being so blunt). All I can suggest is to clean it as best you can, try some rust converter and then paint with high temp muffler paint. I find that most mufflers rust from the inside out. They store ...

The unit you picture above has what looks like a load of 'barb' plastic clips. If you clean off the dirt Along the straight ledge running down the unit as seen in the picture above on the RHS it may split open.

Neil.

I had not heard of either of these methods. Interesting! I did the serp belt removal, the PS pump un-bilt and move to the side and the alternator removal to give room to work and better visibility. The bottom bolt is a bear to get to if I recall as it fits from the drivers side which needed access t...

Well done!

Happy you found a solution. Old grease can get hard and sticky and ends up doing the opposite it should be doing!

Neil.

When you are buying an exhaust, if you want it to last check what it is made of. Not all mufflers claiming to be stainless are. Look for or ask if it is T304 Stainless. If it is T407 ? or something like that it is no better than mild steel. If yo are looking at an 'R' system, check if you have the p...

Hey abscate, can you add a picture of the location of the offending article if you have a chance? For the life of me I can't picture what bolt you are talking about and where it fits.

Thanks for the great info. Appreciate you taking the time to document this kind of stuff for us.

Neil.

I liked the 960 and S90 Executives. They were a plusher car with a slightly longer body. Drove beautifully and quiet too. Never seen them in NA though only in Europe.

$7900 with close to 500k miles?

Neil.

Like everything else out there that is manufactured it could be just a bad one. I've had bad OE parts out of the box so why should these be any different? Interesting experiment and maybe as suggested it needs a higher pressure to open up the crack to give a slow pressure loss which is not showing a...

Hopefully one of those manual trans guys will jump in an clarify it's purpose. On the autos you have brake sensors and sensor for the cruise control. Not sure how that works on a manual. My only thought is if the cruise control is anyway connected to the accelerator pedal, it may affect how it funct...

Ahem, I have a similar issue of getting under my cars. My chest appears to have slipped downwards and joined with my waist moving upwards. My solution is to build a very expensive garage and put a hoist in it (hopefully!!).

Neil.

As you are talking about heel and toeing I am taking it you have a manual trans. Normally I would answer that but I have not owned and worked on a manual car. Sorry. DO you have cruise control on your car?

Neil.

The theory is ok. However, I have always had all 4 wheels off the ground When doing this as I was either at PnP junkyard so car was on stands or when at home I have been then going on to do something at the rear afterwards. I have not tired to turn the prop-shaft with the rear through the viscous co...

It is on the outer edge of the transmission where the axle enters the side of it. It is about 2" or so in diameter, black or brown. It is what holds the oil in the trans and the axle goes through it.

Neil.

What pressure does the system normally run at? I would have thought way higher than 3psi??

It could be that the old oil has congealed into the hole (assuming there is one). Also, you have assumed this is the problem, it may have been a bad seal between the pipes and not the evaporator itself.

Neil.

Man you have had a challenge with this. Sorry to hear that. Can you look into the area where the retainer clip sits. My concern would be either the axle clip retainer recess has been damaged, or the retainer seat in the axle itself may have been. To answer your question on the seal, there is only th...

Did your e-brake work before the rear suspension work? If so it is possible that the parking brake cables got kinked. My recommendation is to jack the rear wheels up (you can do one at a time), pull the parking brake on and see if you can move the rear wheel. This may identify if one or both sides a...

I think the steering suggestion would be last on my list to check. I think the other possibles and especially the end-links if they are shot, will give you challenges. For the end-links I would suggest Lemforder or OE. Not had much luck with others like Meyle HD (some like them) or IPD HD. Good Luck...

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