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How to access ECM & TCM on 850, S70, V70, XC70, C70

Looking to access ECM & TCM on a P80 Volvo? Those are 1993-2000 cars. How to remove ECU and TCU Modules MVS Forum member gchelidze tells us in text…

Post categories In ECU, TCU, PNP, ETM & Other Modules, Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Electrical & Battery, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

Sagging Bumper Fix for V70 and S60 Volvos

Volvo V70 and S60 Sagging Bumper Cover Fix Use a torx to dial the screw (and the circled plastic bit) toward the front of the car. Using your…

Post categories In Body, Trim, Doors & Exterior, Volvo S60, Volvo S60 R 2004-2007, Volvo V70 R 2004-2007

Fuel Pump Replacement DIY V70XC

My estimate is 1.5 hours to prep, cut and remove pump. Another 1-1.5 hours to re-install, close the opening, seal and re-install everything. You should be at about 3 hrs total as long as you don’t do like I did and install a pump with a broken wire. My total out of pocket was about $475 including the parts, tools, diagnostic fee and tank emptying.

Post categories In Fuel, Gasoline, Fuel Filter, Injectors, Etc., Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

Heater Core Firewall Junction/Coupler bypass

Heater Core Hoses Fix

Need a Heater Core Hoses Fix? Bypass em! … for 850, S70, V70, XC70, and V70-XC Volvos up to model year 2000. MVS Volvo Forums member Boxman gives us an…

Post categories In Belts, Hoses & Lines, Gaskets, O-Rings, Bushings & Mounts, Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Climate Control: Heat & AC, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

The S80 $10k challenge - Second Generation Volvo S80

The $10k S80 Challenge

A little over two years ago, MVS Contributor Paul decided to challenge himself. Could he buy and use a 2nd-gen S80 for 10 years or 100k miles for…

Post categories In Volvo Experiences, Volvo S80

S80, V70 (2001+), S60, XC90 Blower Motor Repair Tutorial

A How-to on the Blower Motor (climate control) for P2 cars. Although the blower motor on the Volvo P2 (V70/XC-70, S60, etc. from 2001-2008 and S80 from 1998-2006)…

Post categories In Volvo Climate Control: Heat & AC, Volvo S60, Volvo S60 R 2004-2007, Volvo S80, Volvo V70 2001-2007, Volvo V70 R 2004-2007, Volvo XC90

Project: DIY Volvo XC90 Brake Line Replacement

If you’re going to attempt to do a XC90 brake line replacement yourself, this tutorial might make it a bit easier. gshadow325 writes:After 150,000 miles on what looks…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Speed, Aftermarket & HP, Volvo XC90

DIY Alignment Using Common Tools

Can you do your own alignment at home with common tools? Yes. Here’s how. DIY Alignment by MVS Contributor CN90 I just did the Alignment Tricks Using Common…

Post categories In Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo Suspension & Wheels

Idle Air Control Valve (IAC) Cleaning DIY

Step 1: Remove the throttle cover. This requires a T25 screwdriver to loosen the screw on top. When you remove it, the IAC is visible underneath.

Post categories In Engine Breathing - MAF, PCV, EGR, Etc., Volvo 850

Project: Volvo V70 Front Strut Replacement

Front Strut Replacement – And More Here’s a superb supplement for working on Volvo front suspensions/ front strut replacement. These tips/tricks should make the job much easier for…

Post categories In Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo Suspension & Wheels, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

XC70 that probably needs a steering rack replace

2004 Volvo XC70 Steering Rack Project

Bad XC70 Steering Rack Symptoms Ripped inner tierod end boots on both sides and fluid seeping out. Loose steering response. UVJoint felt like it was binding slightly and…

Post categories In Volvo Steering, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

Project: Volvo Interior LED Lights Upgrade DIY Tutorial

I say probably because there’s a good chance the bulbs are the same across those models. Detailed DIY instructions and photos are included in this tutorial post by MVS Contributor…

Post categories In Lights: Headlights, Tail Lights, Map Light, Signals, Indicators, Bulbs Etc., Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Interior: Seats, Switches Etc., Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

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