Starting a Volvo involves a mechanical lock and an electrical switch, and each can develop issues after years of service. You must diagnose and service them separately.
Ignition Lock Replacement 1999 – 2009 S80/V70/ XC90
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Volvo TechTips offers technical repair knowledge for independent technicians on how to repair Volvo vehicles correctly and efficiently. Sponsored and brought to you by the parts department at your local wholesale dealer, Volvo TechTips features highly technical and specific diagnostic and repair information on a variety of vehicle systems – in an effort to support your every day and overall business success.
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Volvo Valve Adjustment P1 Cars
Though you may rarely perform this job in your shop, it’s important that you understand how to check and adjust valve clearances. This knowledge will save you and your customers a lot of wasted time and money.
Climate Control 850 and s70 AND C70 Early
In the late 1990s the Volvo 850 arrived with manual MCC and ECC electronic climate control systems.
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) for Volvo started with the 1987 Volvo. This system consisted of some with dual air bags and a crash sensor.
High Mileage Volvos – Automatic Transmission Plastic Shifter Parts Wear
Over the years of hot and cold temperatures, use, and abuse, some of the automatic transmission plastic shifter parts can wear and crack.
Volvo Heater Cores
Heater core replacement has come a long way from the early 1970s and 1980s. The days of removing the complete dash board have gone away. Through the years Volvo engineers have made it easier to install a heater core in the newer Volvos.
Volvo (DEM) and Haldex
History, function, diagnosis
and repairs
High Mileage Volvos – Developing Issues
A look at some of the issues that develop in high mileage Volvos
Volvo 5-Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
The Volvo five cylinder engine was introduced in 1993 with the 850 model. It came in both turbocharged and non-turbo configurations depending on customers’ preferences.
Using VIDA
A powerful and valuable tool for productivity
