Volvo 850 Forum -

My car whenever the heater or the a/c is on leaks on the passenger side is that a bad core? what parts and where can i get them, and can i replace them myself? thanks for any help

The drivers side seat belt in my GF's 850R is stuck. For the last few months, it has been pretty bad. We left always plugged in because it would take forever to get it to release a few inches. I have removed the plastic cover and played with it but never got anywhere. Now, its locked permanently and will not pull out no matter how much we play with it...Has anyone else had this issue? Any...

I got these brand new from a fellow on ebay who never got to put them on his car before he sold it. it was either 125 for bosch I think 130 for IPD or these for $19.98. I chose the 19.98 ones. I dont know what brand they are though, heres a picture of what is printed on them. Can someone possibly ident. them? Also if any of you remember the video I posted a while back where I recorded the...

i have a 96 850 and just recently the alarm just randomly goes off dont know where to start not familiar enough with volvo to go crazy troubleshooting and would like some help on figuring out what the problem is

i was checking out 850s at the junkyard and i saw a couple with different bumpers and i liked them. they were different from mine. they had a nice lip and the plastic part was on the front but not on the top. idk if that made sense. oh and they had wide places for the license plates. looked like they were for euro plates.

i didn't have time to look but does anyone know if that would...

96 854 T5 Sedan - bought it a couple of weeks ago.

Does this happen on most 850's. or has the bumper been repainted and the paint is peeling off?

What is the right way to fix this? Paint? New bumper cover?

Thanks

Does anyone know how to remove the windsheild from a Volvo 850 without causing damage. and also installing one? I have a large scratch in mine and i've found a donor car, with a good winshield for only 30 bucks. I'd like to do it my self. But I dont know where to start. Any thoughts?

Hi all

I am new to these forums as having had a mondeo ST previously.

I have purchased a T5 tailgate spoiler and fixings from ebay to put on to a 95 m 850 GLT.

The tailgate has not had a spoiler before.

I am after if anyone can help some advice / instructions on how to fit this as itdoesnt appear to be obvious or straight forward, any help gratefully...

hello to all dear forum members,
I've something strange in my car that caused I belive by the fuel system?
service lights are on(done one 1500 Km ago and lights were reset) + the low fuel level are on simultaneously.
The service lights aren't go done after 2min as in normal service reminder.
this car is a 95' 2.0
does anybody has an indication what's...

SO I have been trying to save gas as much as possible doing a coupole different thing,and I drive down a lot of hills on the way home from work. I have been clicking it up to Neutral and it has really noticeably helped a whole hell of a lot. On the first day I started doing it not being used to doing this I thought I was in drive and clicked it up but I was in neutral already and actually put it...

Hello I'm a newbie, I have looked to try and find the DTC codes for A7 and from the Volvo pdf files I've got some, but not one of the two logged on my car.

I have:

2-3-1 (Unknown)

1-2-2 (Temp. Sensor/Interval Too Long?)

I cannot clear these, so I presume they are current faults?

Can anyone assist by telling me what 2-3-1 is?

I have an 1994 Volvo 850 turbo that has been giving me a few problems. First i am getting a crazy whining noise from the power steering area. I have put a brand new power steering pump and it is still is making the same noise. I really not to sure if it is something in the timing.............or can the air pump be bad? I have no clue and several mechanics i took it to they have no...

Hi Folks --

A newbie here. Be gentle . . . I have a 1997 850 T-5 Wagon. 150K miles. It's been a trooper, but has begun to have several odd problems crop up. Most recent is gas cap door that won't open. This has happened 2 -3 times before over 10 + years, and has always automagically self-corrected. No such luck now. Down to 20 miles fuel . . . so I pretty well have to...

I'm looking at a couple cars and have a couple dumb questions. I think I know the answers but want to make sure.

What did the GLT have that the standard 850 didn't? Mostly differences in trim and interior options, right? Same powertrain? I know the '97 had the low pressure turbo, which meant 3 turbo models that year. But in a '95 model lets say, there were only 2...

hi guys, i was wondering if any of you have or can take a few pics of your exhaust manifold and cat. hook up (on a non turbo) 850??? i just want to compare and see what it looks like..it's the one with the flex at the end and the 4 bolt hook up..thanks guys
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want to find location of air conditioning sensors in my 1996 volvo 850 glt wagon. air works intermitantly, on, then off. think it is a sensor?

am replacing a rear deck lid for 1996 850 st wagon as well as rear bumber, are there any installation instructions avail and how can i get them?

Hello,
Our beautiful red wagon is no longer putting out cool air. The "shop" said that there is a leak. Meaning the condesor is still ok. What should I do? Can I get this fixed with a product from Napa? I have a son who is terminally ill, and needs AC in the car when we go somewhere...money is a bit tight. Plus, I love my car

I've been needing to replace one of my Axles ever since I bought the car, due to a bad CV joint (possibly) and other potential issues. I havent even checked which one needs replacing, as I plan to just replace both front axles anyways.

What I was wondering is if there is anything else in that area that people might suggest replacing as well, while the front end is torn apart?...

I am hoping some here might be able to help point out some specifics to look for on a used Volvo that my mom is looking at. She has been needing a new vehicle for some time now, and after I got my 850 wagon she has been looking into trying to find one for a good price she can afford.

In her neighborhood is a 1999 V70 X/C AWD wagon with 104,000 miles. It looks to be in very nice shape...

While changing ignition parts, realized my turbo did not have the air intake ducting between left side radiator and bottom of air filter box. Before I cruise yards looking-same between turbo/nonturbo? Or not actually needed? Thanks

Recently Swedespeed was contacted by Volvo to help get the word out about an 850 recall. Apparently, response to their notification hasn't been all that strong, and Volvo is trying to take further measures to make sure the notice gets in front of 850 owners' eyes.

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety...

Take a look at how I put 5x7 in the factory speaker cases and component speakers in the front.

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I have a 95 850 wagon. When it;s below about 55* outside, and the car has been sitting, it does not like to shift out of low gear from a stop. If I maunally shift to 3, and back to drive, it will straighten itself out. Then it won't do it again for the rest of the day...it's fine. Changed fluid. If it's warm out, it will not give me any problems at all. Could this be a transmission...

Unfortunately I don''t have an owner''s manual for my 93 850 sedan so need some advice. I had a new battery installed and it appears to be faulty as it went flat for no apparent reason. I placed a charger on the battery but now am unable to get the car to start. The engine turns over but there are no warning lights or gauge movement and it appeasr that either or both no fual and no...

ok, ive read/seen it everywhere, that when you make an open intake, you increase the chances of vapor lock. be it driving in rain, or hitting a puddle, whatever. how real of a chance is this?

i have been attending weekend race events with the local SCCA autocross, and have modified an original set of headlamps, to hold an intake funnel, and 3" tubing connected to a cone air...

Hello,
My 1995 850 glt has an issue. Upon ignition the dash , radio all instrument lights turn on, then imediatly turn off. I cant see how fast im going, ac, time, etc.. What is wrong? on then off? bulbs work. Please help!

Hi all!

The time has come to do that which I have been pretending that I wouldn't have to do... Yep, it's time to change the piston rings on my 1994 wagon.

There's probably an endless list of parts I should replace while I'm at it and stuff like that, but what I'm really wondering about is this:
Is it possible to replace the piston rings without...

Guys:

I am getting ready to change auto tranny fluid. Can someone tell me what type of fluid is better and do i need to buy a tranny filter for this car? Thanks,

I obtained a 1993 950 GLT sedan. Transmission is shot, ready to go, engine runs nice but leaks oil due to pcv clogging. There are other problems too, mostly due to driver neglect. My quest is to put a new engine and transmission in.

Locally there are a number of sources for used ones. Many are for 94-97.

So my question is - is it practical to try and install engine and...

My son was driving his 850 GL, almost out of gas, when the Map Lights (yes, the map lights) started flashing, the check engine light came on, the green transmission arrow blinked as well, and he sputtered to a halt. He was then able to restart and drive a short way. I came to switch cars with him. Volvo acted like a car does when it's out of gas, also the ck engine warning flickered on a few...

I just bought a Volvo 1997 850....and when I say just bought I mean like 3 hours ago. When I was at the dealers I asked why the radio didnt work and they told me I needed to get some code to program in. I looked thru my paperwork and found the code, tried it and it still wont work. I can hear the antenna trying to come up or whatever, but its not....so, for now, no radio. Also, in my haste and...

I have an 850 Turbo Wagon that sat in the garage over the winter. It needs a new battery. Other than that, what fluids or other things should I check before trying to start it up? Thanks!

Hi I am a newbie here. I would appreciate anyone's expertise as I have none. I took the 850 GLT in to be recharged, and I know I am a pessimist but next thing I know both low and high pressure switches are 'leaking', and i am being charged like 33% markup for both parts.

I am just frustrated because I don't know what questions to ask them. Should I have asked to see...

ok.. so i have had a problem with my mil (check engine light)

since i played about with my idle air control valve, the check engine light intermittently appear some time for a few days some times hours, then goes off for a few hours or a few days. checked with a reader i got from the net, it connected fine but came back with no codes, and said that the mil was off, when it wasnt....

I've searched here for how others have removed and replaced their exterior door and body panel trim, but don't seem to find it.

I'd rather not guess.

I have some that is loose, but can't see underneath.

I want to remove it, replace any broken clips (I assume that holds it in) and replace.

I'm also going to return it to Gray...

I just bought a stick 850 wagon. it's a sweet ride and i got a killer deal on it. I want to put some stylish wheels on it. my local mechanic says go big and put some type R wheels on it, but that's going to cost me. I found a set of s40 wheels for super cheap, but i'm not sure if they'll fit the 850. Anybody have any advice???

thanks.

Joe V.

I've got a tail light bulb that won't come on and I can't figure out what it is. From the bottom to the top, I've got : running light, reverse light, mystery non-working light, brake light, signal light.

So, what's the non-working light supposed to be? It doesn't work on either side. I have an extra set of bulb holders that I swapped in, and they...

I was in a situation a couple days ago where I had to make an emergency stop in a parking lot from only about 20 mph. Immediately after, as I tried to drive off, my car hesitated for about a second or two as if the tranny had no fluid...reved but didn't go, then it caught, and it's been fine since. It was fine up until that also. Fluid level is good, but a little dirty. Is this an...

I am intrested in starting a volvo owners club with members from the midwest. with regards to all the forums on the web, their are few if none at all custom based clubs strictly for volvos. although new stock volvos a nice, im wanting the custom high performance ones to have a family to belong to. the U.K. already has a big movement with 850s, and the like. just look up volvo 850 or 740 on the...

Yeah, probably should go in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires section, but it's 850 specific. Besides, the last post in SWT was like, what, a month ago? Not exactly a hotbed of activity.

Anyway, I got wheels on my car and the tires rub just slightly on the frame at full lock, and a little less than full lock if there is any suspension compression. They are 17x8 with an offset of...

Hi all,

Many thanks for anyone who can answer this question:

There's a squeal coming from the rear of my '93 850 (175K), near one of the rotors. However, the squeal persists even when the car is *stopped* and idling. Furthermore, if I turn the car off and then turn on *only* the electrical, the squealing returns for about 15 seconds. I know the rear rotors and...

I'm replacing the right CV axle entirely, but I'm not sure if the new axle has this mount on it. The pictures of new axles don't show it, and I don't want to trade in my old axle as a core with the mount on if I'll need it and it comes off.

How does this come off? Or is it simply part of every axle, and I'm worrying about nothing?

The fuse for my signal lights keep blowing when I start the car. Have replaced the
hazard light relay, but still keeps blowing. Can anyone please help?

i have a 1995 volvo 850. i recently replace the suspension in the front. change the sway bar link, sway bar bushing, outer tie rod end, struts, also change upper spring seat kyb. the brand of the struts where monroe. the car has a noise as it has no suspension at all in the front. as it goes into holes it shows no suspension. it makes a laud noise and i have check everything and i don't...

Hi all,

I'm writing with a few questions about my '93 5-Speed 850GLT, just bought this weekend. The previous owner was extremely honest and forthright, and cared for it well. (It's at about 175K and all major parts (e.g. engine, brakes, etc.) are in great shape.)

Here's a sort of miscellany, but of course I welcome any additional advice. I'm by no means...

i change almost the entire front supension on volvo 850. still have a very bad noise in the front when going on holes. the only part i did not replace was the strut mount. i would like to know if anybody knows if this can be the problem im having. im thinking since everything its change it can be the strut mount. thanks

My car has gone bananas. For a few weeks it would start and run fine but when I would stop the car a few minutes (like run into a store or get gas) it would turn over but it wouldn't start when I got back. It would take several tries but eventually would start. It also felt like it was going into reverse gear really hard.
Now the check engine light, service engine light, and low gear...

Yea, I know, lots of threads on the odometer. I found 'em all. This is a different question, sorta.

So I'm getting ready to pull my instrument panel to repair my broken odometer, which I've done multiple times on the V-dubs I used to have. I call my local speedometer repair shop to see if they have the parts and they tell me "Oh, no, it's very rarely the gear...

Having locked the car with the remote it will not now unlock using the remote. The batteries in the remote are only a month old and the remote is issuing a 'note' seemingly indicating that it is working. All system fuses are intact and all locks are working properly (I can unlock and enter the car but not without the alarm sounding and the immobilizer being active) Has anyone any idea...