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Build a Coolant Level Sensor for 2nd gen S40 & V50 Volvos

Why Build a Coolant Level Sensor? MadeInJapan builds his own coolant level sensor for his S40 because this common item was not included on 2nd generation S40 and…

Post categories In Engine, Instrument Cluster, Sensors, Volvo Fluids, Volvo Radiator & Fan, Volvo S40 & V40, Volvo V50

How to Check Your Antifreeze Strength

Wondering how to check your Antifreeze Strength? Antifreeze (coolant) circulates through the engine to keep it at its ideal running temperature. It’s water-based. The problem is that if…

Post categories In Capacities, Measurements, Standards & Statistics, Cars 101, Volvo Fluids, Volvo Radiator & Fan

Volvo Coolant/Antifreeze Questions? Answers Here.

Hopefully many will read and understand the issue of using an OAT when a HOAT is needed. In the Ford motor, damage occurred quickly. This is the same reason I am always recommending a HOAT for our cars instead of an OAT like Prestone etc. If you have a turbo and you don’t use a HOAT – you are asking for it.

Post categories In Capacities, Measurements, Standards & Statistics, Volvo Fluids, Volvo Radiator & Fan, Winterizing

Volvo Antifreeze: Which Brand? Mix with Water?

Are there any advantages to the blue Volvo coolant? I’ve seen price raised as a major reason to go with Zerex G-05. In my area only a few…

Post categories In FWD General Information, Volvo Radiator & Fan

Volvo Coolant Flush How-To

I also flushed the cooling system with newe Prestone. Pretty easy: 1.13 mm wrench for the engine drain plug (located just above the driveshaft, on the right and rear side of the engine)…

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