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RWD Volvos Have PNP Switch Flashing Arrows Too

MVS member Bob had the common flashing arrow light on the dash of his 1995 960. While looking at the wiring harness connector (8 sockets) that plugged into…

Post categories In ECU, TCU, PNP, ETM & Other Modules, Instrument Cluster, Volvo 740 & 760, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Transmission

SRS Diagnostic Codes for Volvo 240 and 700

The 960 and 940 after 1992 had SRS diagnostic capability using the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) unit in the engine compartment. The 1987 to 1992 7 series, the 1990 to 1991 2 series and the 1992 940 also had a diagnostic capability.

Post categories In Diagnostics - VIDA, VADIS, DiCE, OBD, Codes, Volvo 240, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Safety

940, 960 SRS Diagnostic Codes

940 and 960 cars from 1993 – 1995 can display fault codes for the Supplemental Restraint System using the On-Board Diagnostic unit in the engine compartment.

Post categories In Diagnostics - VIDA, VADIS, DiCE, OBD, Codes, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Safety

Replace Control Arm Bushings

1992 740 Suspension Parts Numbers Andy Berry » I need to replace the control arm bushings. I asked a guy for an estimate and he said ‘upper? lower?…

Post categories In Volvo 740 & 760, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Suspension & Wheels

Project: Volvo 940 Engine Mount Replacement Tutorial

Writer100 says: “The local Volvo dealer quoted me $100 per mount. Volvo Parts Online misidentified the part; originally they quoted me $24.95 which I thought was too good…

Post categories In Latches, Mounts & Hardware, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90

Volvo 940 Front brake job & fluid flush DIY

Let’s get this Front brake job & fluid flush DIY going Front brake disc (rotor) replacement on the 940, with photographs. Can be used for all models. Recommended…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Repair Documentation

Replacing both the inner and outer tie rods on a 1994 Volvo 940

How to replace inner and outer tie rods on a Volvo 940. A good write up with pictures. Here’s what can go wrong: 1. If you let the…

Post categories In Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Suspension & Wheels

Volvo 940: new ball joints, sway bar, end links, bushings

Let’s talk about the Volvo 940 940: Replacing ball joints, sway bar end links and bushings. A good write up, with pictures. Also includes vital safety advice whilst…

Post categories In Latches, Mounts & Hardware, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Suspension & Wheels

Fuel pumps and the Volvo 940

Idles, then Dies – Turns Out it Was the Fuel Pump So I got the 940 station wagon running good again. Both fuel pumps were toast. The one…

Post categories In Fuel, Gasoline, Fuel Filter, Injectors, Etc., Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90

Volvo 940 Throttle Body Service Tutorial

Check out this Throttle Body Service Tutorial 940 throttle body service – Very clear write-up with good pictures writer100 shares: “My efforts to improve the durability and drivability of…

Post categories In Engine, Fuel, Gasoline, Fuel Filter, Injectors, Etc., Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90

Bumpy gear change?

Are you having a Bumpy gear change? Bumpy gear change on automatic gearbox could be kick down cable and throttle linkage out of synch. Read More … Bonus!…

Post categories In Volvo 240, Volvo 740 & 760, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90, Volvo Transmission

Volvo 940 Parking Brake Adjustment Tutorial

Check out this Parking Brake Adjustment Tutorial 940 handbrake adjustment – with photographs This is a simple adjustment. Start by removing the ashtray in the backseat. It is…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 940, 960, S90 & V90