1995 Volvo 850 GLT Parts Questions

N_Lights1 · Post by **N_Lights1** » 17 Oct 2006, 13:57

My teens drive a 1995 Volvo 850 GLT.

First question: On the front left side of engine, there is a plastic hose (about 1" in diameter) with an accordian-like middle section. It cannot be rated for anything other than atmospheric pressure. Mine is cracked, but I can't find the name of this part anywhere. Even the Chilton's manual I have doesn't give it a name. What is it and what's it for?

Second question: Where can I find retention pins and/or springs for the turn signal assemblies in the front? None came with the new assemblies. I have them temporarily secured with bailing wire.

Third question: Looking for alternative sources for roof trim (from the lower windshield to the back of the roof) and replacement carpet (not floor mats). Any suggestions?

Fourth question: I bought some new trunk support struts from an auto parts (chain) store - even watched the sales person navigate through the Volvo windows. They don't fit - and even had my regular mechanic try to get them installed. I still have the receipt, but suspicious that there's more to the story here. Any experience with these items?

Post by **Ozark Lee** » 17 Oct 2006, 16:23

>>First question: On the front left side of engine, there is a plastic hose (about 1" in diameter) with an accordian-like middle section. It cannot be rated for anything other than atmospheric pressure. Mine is cracked, but I can't find the name of this part anywhere. Even the Chilton's manual I have doesn't give it a name. What is it and what's it for?<<

That hose is a cooling hose for the computers. It should route from the fan shroud to the computer cage. As far as I know there are no aftermarket suppliers so it will be a dealer part if your want to replace it. If it is just cracked I would be inclined to just wrap some electrical tape around it and call it good.

>>Second question: Where can I find retention pins and/or springs for the turn signal assemblies in the front? None came with the new assemblies. I have them temporarily secured with bailing wire.<<

I cannot find them aftermarket anywhere so that is likely a junk yard part. The dealer might be able to get them as individual items but I wouldn't hold my breath.

>>Third question: Looking for alternative sources for roof trim (from the lower windshield to the back of the roof) and replacement carpet (not floor mats). Any suggestions?<<

I couldn

Post by **JRL** » 17 Oct 2006, 16:57

If you don't want to replace the roof trim (expensive), you can take an hour or two, razor off the bad rubber, sand the aluminum, mask and spray paint semi-gloss black.
Done right, it's not bad at all

White850Turbo · Post by **White850Turbo** » 17 Oct 2006, 17:33

The dealer does sell the individual spring to hold the indicator light in. Part number is 3512790. About the roof trim, another alternative is to get S70 trim from a junkyard car. It seems to hold up much better than the 850 stuff.