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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Manual A/C & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> System Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) -> Breakout Box Connection -> C70, S70 & V70 -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Performance Test
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Performance Test

Refer to as outlined under "Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing"

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

C70, S70 & V70
  • Turn ignition On.
  • Press REC button twice within three seconds to access DTCs.
  • DTCs are displayed as REC indicator LED flashes.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

C70, S70 & V70
  • REC indicator LED flashes for one second and is off for .5 second.
  • Timing between DTCs numbers sequence is two seconds.
  • Timing between DTCs is five...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Rear -> Removal & Overhaul
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Rear

Removal & Overhaul
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove rear tires.
  • Disconnect brake lines, then remove two caliper attaching bolts and caliper.
  • Remove piston dust cover, then place a piece of wood or suitable material between both pistons. Force pistons out of bore using low pressure compressed air.
  • Remove sealing rings, then bleeder screw. Do not separate brake caliper into two separate halves.
  • Clean caliper assembly thoroughly using brake fluid or denatured alcohol.
  • Remove any ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-02 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace at 105,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

If same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, mark propeller shaft CV joint in relation to bevel gear flange.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front member from body, exhaust pipe and Three-Way Catalytic Converter (TWC).
  • Remove brake pipe from mountings in member.
  • Remove screws from propeller shaft. Use a suitable counterhold tool.
  • Support front section of exhaust pipe so as not to put strain on exhaust manifold.
  • Remove rear exhaust system assembly. If same propeller shaft is to be reused, mark propeller shaft CV joint in relation to flange.
  • Remove screws from joint. Use a suitabl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

  • Remove hose and pipe for charge air cooler.
  • Remove splash guard.
  • Remove power cable and antenna from starter motor.
  • ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 2000-04 S40 & V40
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 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 sound proofing panel from under the passenger side of the instrument panel, Fi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Dynamic Stability & Traction Control (DSTC)/Stability Traction Control (STC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

The warning lamp is used to warn of an system fault. The lamp input monitors the condition of the system. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic sy...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp on heat exchanger feed pipe and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp on cylinder head nipple and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedur...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

  • On Turbocharged equipped models, remove righthand engine cover and cover over right headlamp.
  • On all ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Volvo V40 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Location Of Components Diagram for 2001 Volvo V40  1.9 L4 GASLocation Of Components Diagram for 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Central Electronic Module
  • DSA System Diagram for 2001 Volvo V40  1.9 L4 GASDSA System Diagram for 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • DSA Warning Lamp
  • DSA Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Volvo V40 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Volvo V40  1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Component List
  • 2001 Volvo V40  1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump
  • Fog Light
  • Power Antenna
  • A/C Condenser Fan
  • Heated Rear Window
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Volvo V40 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STUCK CDS IN AUDIO UNIT
    Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: UPDATED PROCEDURE, PROPELLER SHAFT, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
    Vehicle: 2001 Volvo V40 1.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Volvo V40 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Volvo V40 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 2001 Volvo V40 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 2001 Volvo V40 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 2001 Volvo V40 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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