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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle on lift.
  • Remove front member from body, exhaust pipe and Three-Way Catalytic Converter.
  • Remove brake pipe from mountings in member. If the same driveshaft is to be reinstalled. Mark the driveshaft CV joint in relation to the bevel gear flange.
  • Support front section of exhaust pipe so as not to put strain on exhaust manifold.
  • Remove rear exhaust system assembly.
  • Remove bolts from joint using suitable tool to hold driveline while removing bolts.
  • Leave one bolt in place by a few threads for safety.
  • On models with vibration dampner, hold driveline with suitab...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 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 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Pull up on engine cover and slide away from engine compartment to remove.
  • Remove bolt securing ground cable between engine and body between coolant reservoir and engine.
  • Remove bolts on cover securing servo pump.
  • Remove nut from servo line clamp and remove bolts securing servo oil line. Cover feed pipe openings and wipe up any spills. Discard old gasket and replace new gasket upon installation.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect vacuum hoses.
  • Remove B+ t...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 1999-2006 S80, 2001-09 S60, 2001-07 V70, XC70 & 2003-09 XC90
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 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.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover retaining screws, then the cover, Fig. .
  • Press down on the cabin air filte...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Service Indicator Lamp -> 2003-09 XC90
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Turn ignition Off.
  • Depress trip odometer Reset button, then place the ignition switch in the On position within 2 seconds.
  • Hold the reset button for the trip odometer pressed in until the original value has been reset .
  • A general yellow lamp will light when the reset button must be released.
  • Re...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove engine cooling fan.
  • Remove evacuation hose from expansion tank.
  • Remove two mounting ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Remove coolant reservoir mounting bolt and move reservoir aside.
  • Remove upper engine torque rod and mounting bolts.
  • Remove cover over tensioner and mounting bolts.
  • Remove cover over idler pulley and mounting bolts.
  • Remove cover over tensioner and mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect engine ground cable from frame and move aside.
  • Disconnect power steering pressure line from power steering pump and move aside. Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
  • Rotate auto-tensioner clockwise, using a suita...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Volvo XC90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Lights Diagram for 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GASFront Lights Diagram for 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • High Beam
  • Fog Lamps
  • Low Beam
  • Parking Lamps
  • Turn Signal Lamps
  • Exterior Body Diagram for 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GASExterior Body Diagram for 2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Control Module
  • Front Position Sensor
  • Rear Position Sensor
  • Left Headlamp Control Unit
  • Right Headlamp Control Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Volvo XC90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Control Module
  • Rear Electronic Module
  • Central Electronic Module
  • Passenger Weight Sensor
  • Left Seat Belt Buckle
  • 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Control Module
  • Engine Main Relay
  • A/C Pressure Sensor
  • Fan Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Volvo XC90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION SI6 NON-TURBO
    Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: DIFFERENTIAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (DEM), SOFTWARE (SW) - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Volvo XC90 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2008 Volvo XC90 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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