1997 Volvo 850 T5 - Correct Thermostat Temperature

thegman · Post by **thegman** » 27 Feb 2006, 12:14

When I search for the replacement thermostat for this car, I get a choice..one is 87

Post by **pfeener** » 27 Feb 2006, 15:00

From what I read, I believe Volvo is using only the 90 degree thermostat for replacements. My 98 S70 GLT calls for an 87 degree thermostat in the owners manual, but when I removed the original thermostat to replace it, it was a 90 degree thermostat from the factory. I bought the car new and it had never been replaced. I replaced it with an 87 degree thermostat and all is fine. Bottom line, I don't think it matters.