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Volvo 850 - 850, 850 wagon, 1994, Exterior, Historical, Images

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

Replace Upper Engine Mount w/ OEM Bushing on Volvo

Upper Engine Mount Bushing Tutorial Overview By Geevs The 850’s upper engine mount is designed to hold the engine in place. Without it, the engine would thrash back…

Post categories In Latches, Mounts & Hardware, Volvo 850, Volvo C70, 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

Change Rear Oxygen Sensor TUTORIAL, Volvo 850

When I reset the Check Engine light and it came back on between 40 and 150 miles later, I knew it was time to change the oxygen sensor.…

Post categories In Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo Emissions and Fuel Economy, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

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

Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement

The rear wheel bearing comes as an assembly. I priced the bearing assembly at my local dealer and they wanted about $200 (plus shipping) for the part and it would take 3 to 5 days to get it in. I started checking parts houses and the only place that could get it was NAPA for $106 (taxes and shipping included) and it would be in tomorrow. Here are the steps for replacing the wheel bearing:

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

Fix Slow Volvo Wipers on 850, V70, S70 and XC70s

Tools needed to fix slow Volvo wipers: T25 Torx screwdriver 10mm wrench 13mm wrench Flat screwdriver Grease Fine sandpaper Cordless drill Need information on how to fix slow…

Post categories In Body, Trim, Doors & Exterior, Volvo 850, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000

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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