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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 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 C70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Diagnosis & Testing -> Engine Cooling Fan And Relay -> Micro-Switch -> S90 & V90 -> Thermal Switch
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS

S90 & V90
Engine Cooling Fan And Relay
  • Turn ignition to On position.
  • Connect suitable jumper wire between thermal switch electrical connector terminals. Do not disconnect electrical connector.
  • With jumper wire properly installed, the engine cooling fan should activate.
  • If fan does not operate, visually inspect relay, relay wiring and electrical connector for open and/or short circuits, relay for correct installation, incorrectly grounded and/or damaged electrical connector.
  • After conducting repairs on wiring, relay or...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Microprocessor Radios
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS

Microprocessor Radios

On models equipped with microprocessor radios, always switch radio off before disconnecting or connecting batt...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-02 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Volvo C70 2.3 L5 GAS

Normal Service

Replace at 105,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Volvo C70 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

Take care not to damage the sealing ring in the transmission or the boot on the drive shaft.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel lug nuts.
  • Remove ABS sensor.
  • Unhook bracket for brake line and ABS wiring and let it hang free.
  • Insert suitable tool into brake rotor vanes and caliper to prevent hub from turning.
  • Remove axle shaft nut from hub.
  • Tap end of shaft inward approximately 10-15mm, using rubber or copper mallet.
  • Remove bolt and nut securing lower ball joint to knuckle.
  • Separate ball joint from knuckle using suitable tool.
  • Install protective cap onto ball joint.
  • Install suppo...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2009 Volvo C70 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

There are two warning levels that generate different warning messages, one warning for low pressure and a warning for very low pressure. A warning lamp also lights in the Driver information mo...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Volvo C70 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

  • Turn ignition off.
  • Disconnect battery negative cable.
  • Remove air cleaner module.
  • Remove dipstick and screw attaching dipstick pipe to engine.
  • Remove throttle body.
  • Remove auxiliaries drive belt.
  • Remove nut for battery p...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo C70 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: 2000 Volvo C70 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 C70 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Service Indicator Lamp -> 1998 C70 -> Early Version -> Late Version -> With VDO Instrument Cluster -> With Yazaki Instrument Cluster
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo C70 2.3 L5 GAS

With VDO Instrument Cluster

Early Version

The Service Reminder Indicator will light at 7500 miles, 750 hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first, since the last service interval has been performed. Use the Volvo scan tool, or an equivalent scan tool, to reset the service lamp. Follow the scan tool instructions.

Late Version
  • Turn ignition Off.
  • Depress trip odometer Reset button.
  • Turn ignition On.
  • SRI should start flashing when Reset button has been pressed for 10 seconds
  • Release Reset but...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 Volvo C70 2.4 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 C70 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Volvo C70 2.4 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 C70 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Brake Electronics Components Diagram for 2002 Volvo C70  2.4 L5 GASBrake Electronics Components Diagram for 2002 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Pedal Position Sensor
  • Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Power Brake Booster
  • Active Yaw Control Sensor
  • Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Control Module
  • Audio Components Diagram for 2007 Volvo C70 T5 2.5 L5 GASAudio Components Diagram for 2007 Volvo C70 T5 2.5 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Speaker
  • Antenna Amplifier
  • AM/FM Antenna
  • Integrated Audio Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Volvo C70  2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Component Identification
  • 2003 Volvo C70  2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Solenoid Valve
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • PTC Resistor
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo C70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: DOOR PANEL REPAIR
    Vehicle: 2000 Volvo C70 2.3 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: HEADLINING GUIDE - INSTALLATION
    Vehicle: 1999 Volvo C70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo C70 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo C70 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 C70 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 C70 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 C70 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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