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So I've got the problem where the engine won't start when it's been driven a while.
The engine cranks and starts, but the RPM retards/drops until it reaches 0 after about a second or two.

I've measured voltage to and from the fuel pump relay. It gets 12 volts and spits out 7.5 volts with ignition on and engine not running. This is the correct voltage, so I see no...

This is how I do it with minimal damage.Push down on the top of the door and look in the middle.You should be able to see where the metal latch comes out of the dash.You need to get in there with a screwdriver and start breaking small peices out of the glove box insert in the dash.Start from the metal latch and work out.You will expose the 2 screws that hold the latch in.When you have enough...

i changed it last night with my dad cuz the old one was really messed up on the left and my dad said that if he pulled it any more that it would crack. so he left it and we've been driving with the left wheel a little towards teh rear. now we got one for really cheap at teh junk yard a changed it.

but there is one small thing. we also put on the junkyard control arms. they were...

This was how i spent last Saturday. I took a 70kms ++ trip to Seremban, to DIY with my buddy (Noorizz) there. I thought we have taken all the precautions to be silent on this, but I was surprised to see another buddy (Jawa) and another one (Golfaholic) at the place a little later than that.

The idea of the day was to:-
1) Replace the intake manifold gasket to teflon-material

The Very first thing you will need to do is disconnect the battery. Make sure you have your radio code. If not get it from the Dealer.

First start on the drivers side by removeing the the little round cap in the end of the dash.It is by the door on the end of the dash. Then remove the screw under the cap and remove the cover. Then you will see another screw that goes into the body by...

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The tools that you may need are:-

1) 3-Tonne Jack
2) Fixed Lifter-Holder (to hold the car up when working)
3) Socket number 10 (depending on the nuts)
4) Socket number 7 (depending on the nuts)
5) Needle-nose...

This it how you repair the seat back cable. I will also explain how to replace the cable as well.

You will need to remove the Lumbar adjustment knob. Unscrew as far as you can. Then pull out and unscrew till it stops then one more time pull and unscrew. The washer part under the knob pulls right off. It will look like this.

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I've also had PMs telling me to start with this already. So, let's start... But I want to keep this thread direct to the point, so if anyone has any suggestions, please put it in. Or if you want to PM me, I will...

Evaperator Replacement:
First thing you have to do is disconnect the battery.
Next you will need to remove all the freon.
Next start off by removing the wiper arms.There is a 13mm nut per arm.You may need to remove a black cover to get to the nut.
Then remove the 4 Torxes 25 screws holding the plastic cover under the the wiper arms.You will have to also remove the 2 clamps...

First jack up the car safely and put on jackstands.Then remove the wheel.Remove the nut on the end of the Axle which you will need a 32mm socket I beleive.Next Remove the outer tierod.Which I think is a 18mm.Then remove the bolt for the lower balljoint.You will need a 15mm socket and a 13mm wrench.Also it will help if you remove the sway bar link.It will also help some if you undo the ABS sensor...

This is instructions to remove the Center Console.

First lift the armrest lid and remove all the Items stored in there. Next remove the lid that is in the bottom of the console.There is 2 screws in there.Either 2 8mm screws or 2 torxes 25 screws. Depends on the year. Then remove the front cubby in the console.There is 2 screws holding it in.One is in kind of under the lighter.The screws...

First thing you have to do is disconnect the battery.

Next start off by removing the wiper arms.There is a 13mm nut per arm.You may need to remove a black cover to get to the nut.
Then remove the 4 Torxes 25 screws holding the plastic cover under the the wiper arms.You will have to also remove the 2 clamps holding the rubber hoses to the plastic cover.Lift up on the front of the...

I made this tool at work to check for intake leaks and leaks in the vent system.
Some people will by Fog machines in shops that will do almost the same thing.
This is only a picture of the tool and a small idea of how to use it.
This can only be used with a air compressor.

So I got the round plastic cap looking thing from a New fresh air hose that was purchased from the...

Ok so yesterday the wife went to leave for work and came back in and told me she had a Headlight out.
I said ok I will look at it later. She proceded to work.

Today I put in a new bulb but still nothing. I said ok and checked the fuse for the L/S lowbeam which was out.
Fuse was blown. Install a new fuse and try. The fuse blows right away. I look closely in the headlight....

Hi guys,

I've received a few comments and complaints from members (some in PMs and some in the open) that some of the threads are off-topic and are not properly titled or properly worded, to facilitate a fast and convenient process to get a solution for queries. As such, searches on topics may not be so easy and accurate. ...

These are Volvo instructions.
Remove
The oil dipstick and its pipe.
The splashguard under the engine.

Drain the oil and remove the oil filter.
Release the oil cooler from the sump.Hang up at the rear.
Remove the screw from the bracket for the fuel line.


Removing the oil sump(oil pan)

Slacken off all screwsholding the oil sump.

Once compressor is off set it like the following pic and remove the 10mm screw in the middle of the pulley.
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Then carefully remove the outer part of the Clutch.(There is a special tool which I didn't have I used to screw drivers but be careful)
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would someone please tell me how much grunt a 96 850 glt 2.5 is ment to...

Hi my heater fan packed in the other day, took out the motor and freshened up the carbon brushes.
It worked for a couple of days but has now packed in again.
Does anyone know if you can get new brushes for the motor, or is it just easier to pick up a whole new motor from scrappie.

what is the best way to switch out the rubber hoses because mine are shot?
also is the ac on or off with the button lite up? it dosent work and id just like it to be off just incase.......i dont really care for it any ways......thanks......all

hi everyone,

so, i took it in for an alignment and the shop says it needs new inner tie rods. i am considering doing it myself. they want $450.00 99 each for the tie rods, 150 for the labor, and 81 for the alignment.

how can i tell if they are bad, the inner tie rods? and how difficult are they to replace? i shook the outer tie rods and they seemed solid.

Anybody swap S/V70 door handles onto their car? What did you do about the lock on the drivers door? The lock cylinders are different diameters and don't appear to swap, unless I'm missing something. Am I just going to have to have it re-keyed by a locksmith?
Thanks


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I just purchased a 7-seat conversion kit from a scrapyard and have a few questions about installation. I am trying to install the seat belts and not quite sure how everything is anchored. I have a diagram of the parts, but it doesn't show how the parts attach to the car. Is there anyone with an 850 and 7-seat conversion that would be willing to take a few pics for me? Thanks in advance for the...

Okay I just bought my dream car knowing I'd need to put some work into it and no I am not a mechanic I'm a girl-but a smart one.
I had a reputable mechanic work on the car doing brake work and trying to solve the blue (thought it was white) and replace some turbo/coolant hoses. They couldn't get the smoking fixed without taking the engine further apart but cleaned it degreased ...

can you set and disarm the alarm with the key??

if so how??

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Hi, I have an 850 Estate with the door to the fuel cap stuck locked. Can anyone tell me if there is a way to manually unlock this door?
Thanks for any advice in advance. S

Hi ,
I just bought a 1996 850 turbo wagon with 104,000 miles on it. I got the price down considerably due to it needing brake work and some hose replacement work done on the turbo. I was aware that there was some white smoke coming out of the exhaust but after buying it, taking it on a trip (500 miles ) and returning home, we were driving around town and after climbing a steep hill we noticed...

I have a B5254T engine with a T5 ECU (without immobilizer).

My car does not either have immobilizer.

I found a 850R ECU on ebay and got it home. When I try this ECU the car fires up, but dies after a second. I suspect this new ECU to have a immobilizer firmware and is awaiting signal that running is allowed.

Does anyone know if this behaviour is correct if the...

Ok - So I just purchased a 1998 S70 and prior to purchase I took it for a thorough inspection at my Volvo mechanic. He was very interested in my 1995 Black T5R w/ 144K miles, even though I told him there was plenty wrong with her. He hasn't even seen her yet.....He wants me to come up with a price - and he also wants to check her out. I have NO IDEA what to ask for her - so I was looking...

I have a 1994 850 and the air flow from the cabin vents just isn't what it used to be. Even on high it doesn't blow too hard. I was told it could be due to a clogged cabin air filter. Any idea where this filter is and how would i change it?
Thank You All

My wifes 97 850 Auto sedan is stuck on a busy street and needs to be moved. Can I do anything to restart it & get it home? Or will it need to be towed? default/hyper.gif' 'hyper.gif' /> default/puzzled.gif' ...

Does anyone know how to fix this problem; The dimmer switch for the dash board lights is faulty but I don't know how to remove it to fix or replace it, I'm hoping I won't have to remove the dash to get at the problem.
Thank you for any help and advise you can provide.
Tom M

So I have had my 1997 850 for about a month and I need to locate the computer port to check the codes but I cannot seem to locate it. I am coming from driving a 93 850. Any help would be appreciated.

I have a 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo T5 that I think the turbo is shot in. It is leaking a lot of oil out of the oil filler cap and blue smoke is coming from the exhaust. I have done a compression test to make sure the engine is okay and it all came out fine. I think the turbo is shot but i am not sure. If the Turbocharger is bad would it cause oil to spew out of the oil filler cap and blue smoke to...

With the Engine too rich error code...what is the first thing I should check?

I cleared the codes to see if it pops back on tomorrow.

When i purchased my car (96 850 GLT) the A/c worked, which was about 10 months ago... didnt try using it again until after winter, now it doesnt work, it can be a tiny bit cooler than outside air is, by a degree or two intermittently.

when i start the car the two red dots on the A/C and heater button blink for a minute or two... is this normal? whenever the heater or A/C is on there is...

Im looking for winter tires for my 96 850glt I was just wondering what different sizes would work, or if i should just stick with the 195/60R15 tire? any input on handling and different sizes would be great. thanks alot...

A man in need of tires...

I have the sedan version of a '95 850.
Since I've had it, the lock on the trunk occasionally caught while I was trying to lock or unlock it.
(( Usually when turning the key left ))
Now it's finally caught fast, and I can't get it back to the vertical position.
I managed to remove the key, but the lock is stuck like this: \
Now the trunk won't open...

Seems my trunk lid is a wee bit higher on the right side than the left. Is it possible to adjust it?

Howdy,
I'm trying to fix the heat/AC system on my friend's 93 850. The ECC module seems completely dead. The recirculate and AC LEDs aren't coming on. The fan is going at high speed and the fan speed slider has no effect. The vent controls also don't seem to be having an effect either.

I tried the routine for getting the DTCs but it doesn't seem to be...

hi, new to the forum and i might be a owner of a 97 volvo 850 but have a few questions.
doing some research, all i can find is info on the 5 cylinder straight 5. this has the straight 6 with rear wheel drive rather than the front wheel drive. does anyone have any info on this? besides the engine is there any other differences?
beside the usual, does this make have anything i should...

Hi all...i was riding down the road when this '94 850 wagen caught my eye. I currently own a '91 740 estate with 202,000 on the clock with no major issues other than passing emissions due to a bad (I think) EGR or something like that. The 850 is a one owner (no kidding) with 76500 miles on it. Inside is immaculate, engine is strong (much more power than the 740), little better on gas than...

Hi all,

I have just bought a 1997 Volvo 850 Wagon with 238,500k on. so far, I love the car. I was wondering if all you experts have any tips on what to look for, what to expect, and what I should look at right away.

Secondly, I just noticed that the driver-side power window control for the rear drivers-side window does not work. When I push the button in the back seat, next...

I have a 1997 850 non-turbo with a manual transmission. It failed emissions test because the OBDII status indicators for the Catalyst and Oxygen Sensors still show "NOT READY". I have reset the ECU cleared all codes stored and put the car through 3 complete Volvo Drive Cycles. All of the readyness codes have gone over to "READY" EXCEPT for the Catalyst and Oxygen Sensors. ...

I need to remove the serpentine belt. On the tensioner, is that hole a standard 3/4 drive, or is it for some special tool?

New to the site. I looked up sun visor problems in the search and read about how to replace the visor and wiring. My drivers side visor keeps dropping. I've tried velcro but it doesn't hold up well at all. Other than wedging a popsicle stick beneath the visor and into the window molding does anybody have any other solutions or do I need to buy another visor?
Thanks....great...

Hello, I am new to this board as of today! I have a serious problem with my 93' 850 GLT and I was wondering if I could get some insight from someone with a little more experience than I have.

I have had the dreaded flashing arrow for approximately 5 months now. I have been ignoring it, as it has not posed a problem until the past week. Now, before I go into what is exactly...

how do i get the handle off the stick shift?

My 97 850 has an oil vapor smell inside the car when stopped or driving around town with the windows up. I replaced the oil filler cap seal, don't see a leak anywhere. It is not exhaust I smell but oil vapor like a breather outlet. Thanks for the help!