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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Sankyo 5 Cylinder Compressor
Vehicle: 1992 Volvo 240 GL 2.3 L4 GAS

When Servicing The Sankyo 5 Cylinder Compressor, Refer To "Sankyo Compressor" Service Procedures In of the DaimlerChrysler Corp. Chapter.

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Check Valve, Replace -> Power Brake Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

Power Brake Booster, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder, then disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
  • Disconnect link arm from brake pedal, then remove bracket with clutch pedal stop.
  • Remove nuts attaching power brake unit to dash panel.
  • Pull power brake unit forward, then disconnect fork from link arm and remove brake unit.

Check Val...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2004 S80 & XC90 w/2.5L Engine -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Volvo XC90 2.5 L5 GAS

Normal Service

Replace a...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Volvo 760 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove u-joint bolts.
  • Pry shaft backwards slightly and tilt it down forward...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitable scan tool the DLC (Data Link Connector). Follow the scan tool manufacturers instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificati...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Volvo S40 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove bolts for intake manifold front cover plate air cleaner module.
  • Remove vacuum hose to MAF sensor and disconnect electrical connector.
  • Disconnect brake vacuum hose from intake manifold.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from vacuum pump then move hoses to one side.
  • Remove tie straps for cable harness on air cleaner module.
  • Remove screw holding cable harness and move cable harness below air cleaner module.
  • Remove bolt securing oil dipstick tube.
  • Detach hose clamp for rubber hose on electronic throttle module then move hose to one side.
  • Remove bolts for elec...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 2005-09 S40, V50 & 2006-09 C70
Vehicle: 2009 Volvo S40 2.4I 2.4 L5 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Remove the four hidden instrument panel center cover clips, then the cover, Fig. .
  • Using a weather strip tool, or other suitable tool, remove the left instrument panel end cover. Use care not to damage the cover during removal.
  • From the left end of the instrument panel, remove the sound proofing panel retaining clip, Fig. .
  • Remove the three driver side sound proofing panel retaining screws, Fig. .
  • Detach the in-car temperature sensor fro...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo S40 2.4I 2.4 L5 GAS

If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2009 Volvo S80 T6 3.0 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition inlet hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition inlet hose clamp at cylinder head and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Remove cover over engine control module box and move it to one side.
  • Remove engine control module by carefully pulling it up and out using a suitable tool. Do not touch terminal pins on engine contro...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Climate Control Unit Diagram for 2003 Volvo V40  1.9 L4 GASClimate Control Unit Diagram for 2003 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Sun Sensor
  • Relay Box
  • Fuse Box
  • Control Panel
  • Climate Control Module
  • Body Components Diagram for 2007 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 2007 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Sun Sensor
  • Siren
  • Cargo Compartment Lighting
  • Alarm LED
  • Level Sensor Alarm
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Volvo V70 T5 2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volvo V70 T5 2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Level Sensor
  • Rear Electronic Module
  • Auxiliary Heater
  • Overload Relay
  • Central Electronic Module
  • 1999 Volvo S70  2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter Motor
  • Generator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STUCK CDS IN AUDIO UNIT
    Vehicle: 2008 Volvo V50 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: LEMON LAWS AND REPEAT REPAIR PROCEDURES
    Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Volvo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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