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by rocky_mtn_man
06 Oct 2025, 15:36
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 Volvo V70XC replaced MAF (non-Bosch), drivability issues (stalling out)
Replies: 10
Views: 206

1998 Volvo V70XC replaced MAF (non-Bosch), drivability issues (stalling out)

Our car was towed last week; upon picking it up at the tow yard in Denver, it would only move 20 feet before the engine stalled. I ordered a new MAF from Penguin Parts and installed it, but the same issue with stalling persisted. Two possible issues from \reading forum posts. Always use a Bosch MAF....
by rocky_mtn_man
29 Sep 2025, 15:06
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 00' V70 X/C SE Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement With Pics...
Replies: 14
Views: 10895

Re: 00' V70 X/C SE Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement With Pics...

I have found it difficult to remove the air cleaner hose. This forum post suggests removing the air cleaner top and turn th base sideways, to wiggle out the MAF body. I cleaned my old MAF Sensor but we could only drive our 1998 Volvo V7-XC 200 feet before conking out. Maybe I don,t need to remove th...
by rocky_mtn_man
29 Jun 2024, 10:09
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1999 V70XC I'm stuck - I need ideas.
Replies: 26
Views: 8384

Re: 1999 V70XC I'm stuck - I need ideas.

This was 10 years ago, but did you try replacing the fuel pump relay? That can cause a no-start, especially in cold weather.
by rocky_mtn_man
23 Jun 2024, 11:39
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Seat Connector removal
Replies: 7
Views: 319

Re: Seat Connector removal

Yay! The green connector came out when I pushed up the connector housing with another screwdriver, and then pushed on the tab in the center. It came right out. The next step is to learn how to lift the power seat switch cover to access the seatbelt bolt. Robert DIY just yanked on it, but mine won't ...
by rocky_mtn_man
22 Jun 2024, 18:31
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70XC won't shift out of park
Replies: 20
Views: 1882

Re: 1998 V70XC won't shift out of park

The shifter shaft is held in place by a U-shaped plate. As I got the drive shaft freed up after removing the solenoid,
I was able to drive the car. But I can't do an emissions test because the driver's door won't open, nor will the window go down (both required for emissions testing in Colorado.
by rocky_mtn_man
20 Jun 2024, 12:42
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Seat Connector removal
Replies: 7
Views: 319

Re: Seat Connector removal

It was just a piece of plastic peeling off. I still haven't figured out how to get this connector freed up.
by rocky_mtn_man
20 Jun 2024, 11:41
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Seat Connector removal
Replies: 7
Views: 319

Re: Seat Connector removal

Here is a better photo. There seems to be a metal tab on the bottom left of the connector. Otherwise all the other spaces are empty gaps.
by rocky_mtn_man
18 Jun 2024, 11:08
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Seat Connector removal
Replies: 7
Views: 319

Seat Connector removal

I fixed the won't shift out of park issue by removing the clamp for the push-button relay. After putting in a fresh tank of gas, I was still getting check engine light warnings. O'Reilly's has a code reader and can print out a diagnosis with suggested fixes; the first read suggested I replace the ga...
by rocky_mtn_man
18 Jun 2024, 10:10
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Unfortunate new Volvo owner! (98 V70 AWD)
Replies: 92
Views: 5614

Re: Unfortunate new Volvo owner! (98 V70 AWD)

Have you checked for positive crankcase pressure by seeing if a glove inflates when you put it over the hole after removing the oil cap? It if inflates, it's a sign you need to change the EGR trap; positive pressure can cause seals to swell and lead to engine leaks. I have a 1998 Volvo V70 XC and ha...
by rocky_mtn_man
26 May 2024, 13:11
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70XC won't shift out of park
Replies: 20
Views: 1882

Re: 1998 V70XC won't shift out of park

I got the push button pulled free, it was easy to pull out. However, I can't insert that microswitch harness without pulling the shifter plate, and I can't figure out how to remove the steel plate. I can't post new pictures, but the plate appears in older posts to this thread. I have not heard back ...