I would think 5 hours tops for a shop to get this work done. It took me 8 hours to do all this job. I was working on the ground with no air tools and a crappy spring compressor. I won't even whine about the old age slowness. You can get a good idea with the 850 shop time PDF. Thank you so much to b...

There is a data plate in the engine compartment on the left fender by the battery. It not only contains your VIN but also other coded information. Copy the entire plate then give one of the parts suppliers a call. They should be able to decipher info from this plate to determine what rack you have....

Thanks for all the great answers. I've been planning on buying from FCP. I'm struggling to find the right inner tie rod end; the dealer won't give me part numbers, and the sites I've looked at have different ones based on the manufacturer of the steering rack and the number on the service plate. How...

I had a shop diagnose some suspension issues with my C70. I have a list of repairs that need to be done. I'm sourcing my own parts for the job and want to be sure I get the right items to have the work done. Can someone help me get a comprehensive list of what I need to do these repairs? I'm worried...

How do I know if my 1999 Volvo C70 has self-leveling rear suspension? It's the HPT 2.3L model.

Thanks. Is there a guide or picture to show where the drain bolt is? Where is the dipstick/fill area?

Also, I found this fluid recommended (the branded version of Mobil 3309, it looks like?). Is this acceptable to use?

My 1999 C70 (HPT, 144k miles) has developed an occasional hesitation on upshift at low speed in stop/go traffic. I'm thinking it may be time for a drain/fill on the ATF. I'm a newbie when it comes to DIY auto care and would really appreciate advice on the right fluid and the right procedure to do th...

This site (work/family safe): http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_specs/1999_c70.html Suggests that the C70 HPT came with 17" rims standard. They also indicate that the rotors are the smaller ones. I know this has 17" rims because of the tires I have on there. And yes, it's a dia...

Ok, but am I correct that I have to measure the back vs the front? I keep seeing that it's not the front/easier-to-access dimension. I can't take the wheel off without having to borrow garage space (urban living). If it's the front, then I can obviously do that.

I have a '99 C70 that needs brakes. The rotors have a sizable lip on them and I'm noticing some pad fade when the brakes are hot/have been used a lot. I'm planning on doing the rotors and pads soon, and I can't tell what size rotors I have. I am going to have to borrow garage space to do the work, s...