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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 960 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 960 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Automatic Climate Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> DESCRIPTION
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

The Automatic Climate Control (ACC) System maintains a preset temperature in the passenger compartment regardless of ambient temperature. The unit is set at the control panel, ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 850 -> 940 & 960 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Table -> F. Intermittent Faults -> G. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Table -> H. Test Drive -> Intermittent Faults -> J. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)/Diagnosis Table -> K. Symptoms/Diagnosis Table -> L. Mechanical Components, Fault Tracing -> Less Volvo Diagnostic Key -> MA. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Wheel Sensors -> MB. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 1-4-1 -> MC. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 1-4-2 -> MD. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 1-4-4 -> ME. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Valves -> MF. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 4-2-4 -> MG. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 4-4-1 -> MH. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 4-4-3 -> MJ. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 4-4-4 -> NA. ABS-Warning Indicator Does Not Light -> NB. ABS-Warning Indicator Lit, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Displayed -> NC. TRACS Warning Indicator Does Not Light -> ND. TRACS Warning Indicator Lit, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Displayed -> NE. Brake Warning Indicator Does Not Light -> NF. Brake Warning Indicator Does Not Go Out -> NG. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Cannot Be Read -> NH. Poor Braking -> NJ. Both Front Wheels Are Wholly Or Partially Locked -> NK. No TRACS Function -> P. Signal Description, Control Module -> Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Wiring Diagrams -> With Volvo Diagnostic Key
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

The control unit contains a monitoring circuit to detect any internal faults in the control unit and any electrical faults in the sensors, hydraulic modulator or signaling system.

If a fault occurs, the control unit disengages the ABS and illuminates a warning light. When the warning light comes on, a complete fault tracing procedure should be followed. The fault tracing procedure assumes that the standard braking system is fully operational.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

850
Less Volvo Diagnostic Key
  • Connect diagnostic lead to position 3 on diagnostic output A, Figs. and ,...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Component Locations -> 1998 Volvo S90, V90, 1983-93 240, 1980-84 260, 1985-92 740, 1983-90 760, 1987-90 780 & 1991-97 940 & 960
Vehicle: 1995 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 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 960 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect starter leads.
  • Remove two starter mounting bolts, then...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 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 960 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 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 960 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 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 960 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Automatic, Electronically Controlled Transmission System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 960  2.9 L6 GASAutomatic, Electronically Controlled Transmission System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Control Module Motronic (MFI) System
  • Control Module Timing
  • Combined Instrument
  • Connector 53-Pin, Instrument Panel Harness - Door Sill Harness
  • Connector 53-Pin, Instrument Panel Harness - Left Wheel Housing Harness
  • Fog Lamps Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 960  2.9 L6 GASFog Lamps Components Diagram for 1997 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Rheostat
  • Right Tail Lamp Unit
  • Ground Terminal Left Front Wing
  • Connector 3-Pin Bridge To Foglamps
  • Connector 24-Pin Passenger Compartment Harness - Cargo Compartment Harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Volvo 960  2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Tailgate wiper motor
  • Intermittent Tailgate Wiper Relay
  • 1993 Volvo 960  2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Alternator
  • Starter Motor
  • Ignition Lock
  • ECC Control Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo 960 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: OBD II READINESS CODES - REVISED RESET INSTRUCTIONS
    Vehicle: 1996 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
    Vehicle: 1992 Volvo 960 2.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo 960 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo 960 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 960 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 960 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 960 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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