How to clean the throttle body of a Volvo C70?
MVS Forums Moderator Made In Japan details how to clean the throttle body of P1 vehicles- S40/V50, C30’s and some C70’s. 1. For improved access: – 2 x bolts as indicated (10mm?) 2. Loosen the hose clamp (socket or screwdriver) 3. Undo the two front Torx screws 4. Undo the two back Torx screws (done by feel) 5.
How do you drain a 5 cylinder Volvo?
A torque wrench and angle gauge. Drain the coolant from the pet cock that is right behind the #1 cylinder. You may not be able to see it, but it takes a 13mm box end wrench and will drain the engine. I don’t drain the radiator since those plastic plugs on the bottom the radiator are breakable plastic.
How do you replace the head on a Volvo?
In a nutshell, I do ALL the work from the top and through the passenger side wheel-well. I leave the Turbo and most of it’s attachments in place and pull and replace the head with a cherry-picker and load leveler. There are a few different steps between the P1 engines and the P2, but it is doable on the newer ones as well.
What kind of PCV valve does a Volvo have?
What it is: PCV Valve, Volvo’s do not have the more common “PCV Valve” but rather a series of hoses and a PCV box. These pieces combined, do what PCV valve used to do on cars, more commonly in the 60’s and 70’s.
Can a PCV box be replaced on a Volvo S60?
Here’s a nice write up for 1999+ Volvo 5-cylinder PCV System courtesy of Matthews Volvo Site. Check out the video below of a full PCV replacement on a Volvo S60. The procedure is very similar to many other models. Volvo S60 PCV Breather System Replacement – Prevent Smog! (C70, S60, S80, V70, XC70, XC90)
Why does my Volvo PCV breather box stop working?
This is due to clogged oil suction strainer to the oil pump or oil filter. Illuminated check engine lamp. This is due to incorrect engine fuel trim level parameters. Noise (whistling). Noise due to high pressure in the crankcase. This noise will stop if the oil filler cap is removed. Poor drivability.