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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 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 S70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Blower Motor, Replace -> C70, S70 & V70 -> S90 & V90
Vehicle: 1999 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

C70, S70 & V70
  • Remove glove compartment, soundproofing and knee bolster.
  • Disconnect blower motor electrical connector and cable conduit.
  • Remove blower motor, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install.
...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 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: 2000 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 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

Less Volvo Diagnostic Key
  • Connect diagnostic lead to position 3 on diagnostic output A, then turn ignit...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-02 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1999 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

Normal Service

Replace at 105,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

  • 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 front propeller shaft. If same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, mark propeller shaft CV joint in relation to bevel gear flange.
  • Remove screws from propeller shaft. Use a suitable counterhold tool.
  • Remove rear section of exhaust system.
  • Support front section of exhaust pipe so as not to put strain on exhaust manifold.
  • Remove rear exhaust system assembly.
  • Remove rear propeller shaft. If same propeller shaft is to be reu...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace -> With Air Conditioning -> Without Air Conditioning
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

With Air Conditioning

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Detach pipe from control module box.
  • Remove auxiliaries belt.
  • Remove power steering pump and place it on top of engine.
  • Remove upper bolt.
  • Remove bolts common to alternator and compressor; lower bolts on alternator and upper bolts on compressor.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Loosen lower bolts for compressor (so that there is some clearance).
  • Remove air baffle.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Disconnect warning lamp positive lead and connector from alternator.
  • Pull alternator upwards/away.
  • Remove alternator from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo S70 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 S70 2.4 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 S70 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1999 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2000 Volvo S70 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 S70 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Volvo S70 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 S70 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Blower Motor Controls Diagram for 2000 Volvo S70  2.3 L5 GASBlower Motor Controls Diagram for 2000 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Overload Relay X-Supply
  • Climate control
  • Ground Terminal, A-Post Passenger Side
  • Servo motor, recirculation shutter
  • Pressostat A/C
  • Power Window Components Diagram for 1999 Volvo S70  2.4 L5 GASPower Window Components Diagram for 1999 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Overload Relay X-Supply
  • Power Window Switch Front Passenger Door
  • Connector, 11-pin Right Rear Door Cable Harness - Right Door Sill Cable Harness
  • Connector, 11-pin Left Rear Door Cable Harness - Left Door Sill Cable Harness
  • Power Window Motor Driver's Door
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Volvo S70  2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Component Identification
  • 1999 Volvo S70  2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • LH Rear Combination Lamp
  • RH Rear Combination Lamp
  • Fog Lamp Relay
  • Front Fog Lamp Switch
  • RH Front Fog lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ELECTRONIC REPAIR ORDER REQUIREMENTS
    Vehicle: 2000 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: STEERING COLUMN REMOVE/INSTALL PROCEDURES
    Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo S70 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 S70 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 S70 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 S70 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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