Is the Volvo 850R the same as the T-5R?
The MT 850R also has a viscous coupling and a Torsen differential (in case of the M59 gearbox). The equipment of the 850R is the same as the 850 T-5R but with some changes: Production of the Volvo 850R ended in 1997 when the Volvo S70 and V70 were introduced.
What kind of interior does a Volvo 850R have?
The interior is always black in the T-5R and was finished with a wooden trim (called Burlet Black Walnut) around the instrument panel, floor console panels and on the gear shift selector. The interior trim of my Volvo 850 T-5R, but all the interiors of the T-5R are the same.
What kind of tires does a Volvo T-5R have?
The T-5R has the following standard equipment: Estate-cars: self-leveling rear shock absorbers (Nivomat, instead of the hydraulic version) Only two options were available: an Alpine 6-CD changer and 16-inch alloy wheels with Michelin tires (in most cases with Michelin 205/55 ZR 16 MXM allweather-tires.
What kind of Turbo does a Volvo 850 GLT have?
This handy chart will help identify the turbo fitted to your vehicle: 13G : 97 Volvo 850 GLT, 98 S/V70 GLT, 98 V70 XC It’s important to know the exact model of turbocharger your vehicle has when shopping for a rebuild kit.
When did the Volvo 850R come out for sale?
The 16-inch wheels (instead of 17-inch) were available at no cost. The 850 T-5R was available in three colors: Cream Yellow, Black Stone and Dark Olive Pearl. At some markets Dark Olive Pearl wasn’t available. The T-5R was only available in modelyear (MY) 1995. Production of the T5R started in August 1994 and ended in July 1995.
When did they start making the Volvo t5r?
Production of the T5R started in August 1994 and ended in July 1995. For some markets the car was available in 1994 but some markets had to wait until March 1995. To recognise a T-5R by the VIN-code: look for the VIN-plate under the hood.
What kind of maintenance does a Volvo 850 need?
1993-96 MAINTENANCE Volvo Maintenance Information 1993-96 850 Sedan 1994-96 850 Turbo Sedan 1995-96 850 T-5R Turbo Sedan 1994-96 850 Wagon 1994-96 850 Sportswagon 1995-96 850 T-5R Turbo Sportswagon * PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
How to test for a fault in a Volvo 850?
CODE TESTING for fault code diagnosis. 1) Disconnect diagnostic unit “A”. Turn ignition on. Check for voltage at diagnostic connector terminal No. 4. If voltage is not present, check fuse and wiring. If voltage is present, turn ignition off. No. 8 and ground. Ohmmeter should indicate approximately zero ohms.
How many horsepower does a Volvo 850 have?
To start I have found from various sources that the weakest link in the engine is first the connecting rods in the Volvo 5 cylinder engine, which are rated to around 350 hp. Which does not seem that high but keep in mind the Volvo 850 was meant to be a sporty family car not a race car.
How much acceleration does a Volvo 850R need?
The 850Rs with an automatic transmission (AT) didn’t have the bigger turbocharger and still had 240bhp. The 850R MT acceleration from 0-100kmh (0-62mph) takes now 6.7 seconds (the AT needs 7.5 seconds for that, 7.6 seconds in case of an Estate).