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Volvo V90 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volvo REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 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 V90 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleeding Unit -> Non-Bleeding Unit
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

Bleeding Unit
  • Ensure ignition switch is turned Off.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Clean filer cap on brake fluid reservoir and surrounding area.
  • Remove filler cap.
  • Set bleeding unit to 29-43 psi.
  • Connect bleeding unit to brake fluid reservoir.
  • Depress brake pedal several times to expel any air bubbles from master cylinder. Repeat this step between bleeding each brake caliper.
  • Start at front lefthand wheel, remove protective cap from bleed nipple and connect hose from drain bottle.
  • Open bleed nipple and close it again once no further air bubbles can be seen in fluid.
  • Tighten bleed nipple.
  • R...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> S90 & V90
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Always disconnect the battery ground cable before replacing the fuel filter. Po...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Driveshaft, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

If same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, mark propeller shaft CV joint in relation to bevel gear flange.

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

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Detach pipe from control module box.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Loosen clamps and remove power steering pump hoses. Drain fluid in a clean suitable container. Avoid skin contact with power steering fluid.
  • Remove cold air inlet hose to control module.
  • Loosen bolt on power steering line lock bracket.
  • Loosen pipe nipple on pump.
  • Remove bolts from power steering pump pulley holes and lift pump up to remove.
  • Loosen hose clamps, disconnect coolant hose from...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

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

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

  • Remove engine cooling fan.
  • Disconnect charge air pipe from charge air cooler (CAC) on left-hand side (turbocharged engines only).
  • If necessary, use a hot air gun to make removal easier.
  • Remove screws for radiator unit on front cover plate.
  • Remove two upper screws holding radiator unit together.
  • Remove expansion tank cap.
  • Block upper radiator hose with lock grip pliers.
  • Raise vehicle.
  • Remove air baffles.
  • Remove lower oil cooler hose from radiator unit (automatics only).
  • Note: Collect oil from oil cooler in a container.
  • Remove screw for mounting for cable duct for engine wiring at front ed...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo V90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

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

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo V90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1998 Volvo V90  2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter Motor Relay
  • Starter Motor
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • 1997 Volvo V90  2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • RPM Sensor
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Speedometer
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo V90 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
    Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA ONLINE BOOKSTORE
    Vehicle: 1998 Volvo V90 2.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo V90 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo V90 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 V90 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 V90 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 V90 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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