How to change rear shocks and springs on Volvo 240 or 260
This article is designed to explain how to tackle replacing the rear shock absorber and/or spring. This is a…
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How to replace the distributor cap and rotor on Volvo 240
For this you will need a distributor cap, rotor arm and set of leads. First with regards leads I…
How to change the spark plugs on Volvo 240 petrol engine
For this you will need the following: A plug socket which contains a rubber cushion: You will also need a…
How to inspect and replace rear bushes on Volvo 240 and 260
There are bushes in the following locations: Front to back Top arm - both ends (onto axle and onto…
How to replace / repair the headlights on Volvo 240 and 260 (1981 on)
One of the problem areas with the 240s are the headlamps on the 81 on models. The biggest problem…
How to replace the indicator/wiper stalks on Volvo 240 and 260
It is fairly easy to access the stalks for the indicators and the wipers for replacement. This first picture…
How to replace front wishbone bushes on Volvo 240 and 260
Thought this guide to replacing wishbone bushes might be helpful. I will make the assumption that you know how…
How to replace front suspension springs and shocks/struts on Volvo 240 and 260
The first thing to do before starting this job is to make sure you have everything you need. Apart…
How to change the engine air filter on Volvo 240
The first thing to do is to undo the two clips at the top of the filter box which…
How to fix a loose door handle on Volvo XC90 (2003 – )
Today I decided to tackle a problem with my car that has annoyed me since I purchased the XC90…
How to replace rear brake pads with Electronic Park Brake on Volvo S80 (2006-), V70 (2007-), XC70 (2007-), XC60 (2008-), S60 (2010-) or V60 (2011-)
Here is a simple guide to replacing the rear pads on my >07 Volvo with electric parking brake. This is…
How to replace the front side wing on Volvo 850
I replaced my front near-side wing on a fine sunny spring Saturday morning, it was almost a pleasure. Both…
How to replace rear brake pads and discs on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
The other weekend I put some new pads and discs on the back of my 850 so wanted to…
How To Replace Front Shocks And Springs on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
Hi folks, After talking to several people it was agreed my 850R estate's front nearside damper was on its way…
How to replace the auxiliary belt and tensioner on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
Hi folks, another job today was replacing my aux belt tensioner. It had been squeaking for some time, and…
How to refurbish/rebuild and replace a Turbo (Mitsubishi TD04HL) on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
Hi folks, Well my latest home mechanics task was to buy a 2nd hand TD04HL-15G straight flange turbo off eBay…
How to replace rear flexible brake hoses on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
Hi, Today I finally got around to replacing the rear flexible brake hoses on my 850. As I'd imagined,…
How to fit S60R rear brake calipers on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
Hi guys, way back when I bought the brackets to put the Porsche 993TT calipers on the front of…
How to oil pump removal and inspection on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
I finally got round to removing the oil pump on my spare engine - maybe others'll find the photos…
How to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on Volvo 850, S70, V70 or C70
I think this has been done a lot in the USA but not so much here in Uk. Anyway,…
How to upgrade to windscreen washer jets on 1996 – 2000 Volvo S40 and V40
This is a guide to changing the original washer nozzles (2 jet type) on the Phase 1 (1995-2000) Volvo…
How to replace the right hand engine mount on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
This is probably simple for a few, but hopefully will help those who want to save some money and…
How to replace the left hand engine mount on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
Guide to replacing the left hand (gearbox side) engine mounting bracket. Step 1 Remove the air filter assembly by…
How to remove and clean the idle control valve (ICV) on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
This is a very simple job that can make your car idle smoother and sort out a few other…
How to repair the headlight switch on 1996 – 2000 Volvo S40 and V40
Whilst fault finding on my car I needed to rule out my headlight switch as a problem, whilst this…
How to clean up the alarm bonnet micro switch on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
I'm currently trying to investigate why my alarm tends to go off at random intervals. So far I've been…
How to adjust the throttle cable on 1996 – 2000 Volvo S40 and V40
When I bought my Volvo I found the performance was lacking somewhat and something didn't feel quite right when…
How to replace the air filter on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
The air filter performs a simple task, you guessed it filters air. The reason for this is that air contains…
How to change the spark plugs on 1996 – 2004 Volvo S40 and V40
Your spark plugs perform an essential role for your engine and should be monitored/maintained regularly. If plugs fail they…
How to change the gearbox rear gear linkage bushes on 1996 – 2000 Volvo S40 and V40
This is a follow-on How to change the gearbox front gear linkage bushes on 1996 – 2000 Volvo S40…