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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 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 850 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> PROGRAMMER, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 850 2.4 L5 GAS

The programmer is used only on vehicles equipped with Automatic Controlled Climate Unit, (ACC).

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove panel beneath glove compartment, then glove compartment.
  • Remove outer panel vents and air ducts.
  • Remove air-mix shutter control rod from programmer.
  • Disconnect plug on left side of programmer.
  • Discon...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 850 2.3 L5 GAS

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) uses a control unit, hydraulic modulator, transient surge protector, front speed sensors and a speedometer sensor to control wheel lock-up. The control unit receives vehicle speed, wheel speed and wheel acceleration information from the sensors, then sends the information to the hydraulic modulator. The hydraulic modulator uses this information to ensure correct hydraulic pr...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Component Locations -> 2003-06 Volvo XC90, 2001-06 S60, 2000-04 S40 & V40, 1999-06 S80, 1998-06 C70, S70, V70 & 1992-97 850
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo 850 R 2.3 L5 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 850 2.4 L5 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove support bearing.
  • Unbolt driveshaft flanges at transmission end and differential end.
  • ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 850 2.3 L5 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 Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 1993-97 850 & 1997-2000 C70, S70 & V70
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 850 T-5R 2.3 L5 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Note the position of the windshield wiper blades on the windshield.
  • Remove the windshield wiper arm retaining nuts, then the wiper arms.
  • Remove the upper cowl panel retaining screws.
  • Disconnect hoses and clamp...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 850 2.4 L5 GAS

This lamp should be illuminated when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. After the engine has been started, the lamp should go out. If it remains lit, a problem has b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 850 2.3 L5 GAS

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo 850 R 2.3 L5 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Power Seat Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GASPower Seat Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ground Point, A-Pillar Passenger Side
  • Ground Point, Right Cross Member
  • Ground Point, Left Cross Member
  • Connector Engine compartment harness - firewall harness
  • Connector, 6-pin Right door sill harness - right front seat
  • Fog Lamp Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GASFog Lamp Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground Point, Trunk, Left Side
  • Ground Point, Central Electrical Unit, Power Ground
  • Right tail light
  • Switch, front fog lights
  • Connector Engine compartment harness - left door sill harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 Volvo 850 GLT 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Volvo 850 GLT 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Solenoid
  • Charge Indicator
  • Ignition System
  • Cabin Temperature Sensor
  • A/C High Pressure Sensor
  • 1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Volvo 850 T-5 2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Radio
  • Ignition Switch
  • LH Front Door Speaker
  • RH Front Door Speaker
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo 850 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SERVICE AUTOMOTIVE FACTORY EDUCATION PROGRAM
    Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 850 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: TRAILER HITCH - RECALL
    Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 850 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo 850 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo 850 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 850 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 850 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 850 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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