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by jgasn
06 May 2019, 04:58
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70M erratic gauges
Replies: 3
Views: 571

Re: 98 V70M erratic gauges

Not as far as I know, second owner for past 12 years. Is it an easy repair if it is...
by jgasn
05 May 2019, 20:40
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 V70M erratic gauges
Replies: 3
Views: 571

98 V70M erratic gauges

Hi, any ideas on why my instrument gauges become erratic as the day temps start going up. All good first thing in the morning.
Coolant, fuel, speedo and tacho go berserk
Thanks
by jgasn
12 Nov 2014, 01:38
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 Fault light on and cuts out at idle
Replies: 2
Views: 801

1998 V70 Fault light on and cuts out at idle

Hi, had a problem today with the car cutting out when coming to a stop. 98 V70 5sp non turbo with 165k. O2 sensor replaced at 80k/8 years ago. Will idle and rev no problem when cold. K light symbol on dash stays on the whole time. Cutting out happens when the car is up to temp and a short time after...
by jgasn
18 Apr 2014, 16:04
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 heater hose leak at engine firewall
Replies: 5
Views: 1737

1998 V70 heater hose leak at engine firewall

Hi, I replaced my heater core a couple of years ago but re-used the original firewall couplings. One of them has started to leak, have drops of coolant sprayed out over the rear of engine. No smell of coolant inside car. Is it possible to replace the couplings inside the engine bay without having to...
by jgasn
08 Aug 2013, 00:40
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: How to change manual TRANS Fluid
Replies: 23
Views: 10736

Re: How to change manual TRANS Fluid

I have also done the legwork on this in AUS where manuals are very rare. After speaking to reps from Fuchs. Motul, Shell, Amsoil, Elf.....I found out that the only listed compatiable is Castrol Syntrans 75-85. Was recommended I call them by local Volvo dealership. Something about Castrol were the pr...
by jgasn
07 Oct 2011, 02:54
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: My morning disaster - how done am I?
Replies: 72
Views: 13370

Re: My morning disaster - how done am I?

I had exactly the same thing happen on my 98 V70 5 speed. The mechanical tensioner crapped out and the belt walked off the cogs through the plastic cover. I ended up having the head redone, 4 bent valves and replaced everything connected to the TB. All good now, cost a bit but the car only has 130k ...