Car Fix DIY Videos

Fuel filter replacement: 30 minutes to 2 hours. ($20 / $150 / $250) PN: 30671182 Replaced the fuel filter in a Volvo S70 NA today. It takes about 30 minutes if you don’t have any issues with rusted bolts or the bracket. Should be the same for all of the front wheel drive FWD 850’s, […]

In this video I share the most common problems that you may have if your PCV system replacement did not go as smooth as you planned. From failing the glove test to starting and idling issues after you complete the service. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: […]

Last year I posted a video explaining how to replace and program TPMS sensors to a 9th Gen Impala. In that video, I didn’t get into enough detail regarding the actual replacement of the sensor. This video serves as an update, with present-day footage spliced in. The instructions in this video should pertain to GM […]

Cylinder head replacement: 6 to 8 hours ($1,100 / $2,300 / $2.800) WARNING: The cam cover and cylinder head are a machined pair and one can not be replaced without the other. Do NOT damage the cam cover, then try to find another cam cover to replace the one you damaged. Get another head with […]

Thermostat replacement: 30 – 60 minutes ($30 / $90 / $180) This video shows how to replace the thermostat in Volvo’s built between 1992 – 2004, white block vehicles, especially P80 cars, 850, S70, V70, V70 AWD, V70 XC, XC70, C70, 960, S90, and V90. ———————————————————————— Replacement bolt size: M7-1.0 x 30mm Thermostat PN: 271664 […]

Thermostat replacement: 30 – 60 minutes ($30 / $90 / $180) This video shows how to replace the thermostat in Volvo’s built between 1992 – 2004, white block vehicles, especially P80 cars, 850, S70, V70, V70 AWD, V70 XC, XC70, C70, 960, S90, and V90. ———————————————————————— Replacement bolt size: M7-1.0 x 30mm Thermostat PN: 271664 […]

Odometer gear replacement: 1 to 2 hours ($10 / $220 / NA) In this video I show how to replace the odometer gears in the Volvo 850 instrument cluster. You may want to replace both small and large gears. The small gear is usually the problem. Small gear: https://www.ipdusa.com/products/4710/850-Odometer-Gear-for-Volvo-Aftermarket-20314-109757 Both gears: https://www.ipdusa.com/products/16546/Odometer-Gear-Kit-850-for-Volvo-Aftermarket-126074 NOTE: If you […]

Fuel Pump Replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($120 / $210 / $550) This video will show you how to replace a fuel pump on vehicles with access to the fuel pump from on top, under the seat or in the trunk area. This one was done on a Volvo 850 wagon but many cars have […]

O2 sensor replacement: 1 to 2 hours. I replaced the o2 sensor in my car because my gas mileage was running low and everything else in the ignition system was up to par. The front o2 sensors should probably be replaced every 100,000 miles or when you get the error code P0133. I did not […]

Alternator replacement: 2 to 5 hours. ($150 / $550 / $900) Check your battery cable first: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7NYrCbQN7U How to repair your alternator without removing it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9koQlrsYLU This video will show you the quick and easy method of replacing the alternator on a Volvo 850 and S/V70. Should work for all model years from 1993 – […]

Fuel pump replacement: 2 to 3 hours ($300 / $700 / $1200) WARNING: Check the fuel pump wire connection. If bad replace it. Our new pump burned out in 3,000 miles. PN: LNC 3360CA for a connector that can be spliced in. ($25 eBay used / $135 eBay new / $185 local). I helped my […]

Auxiliary antenna installation: 45 to 60 minutes ($7 / $100) In this video I installed a replacement antenna in my Volvo 850 wagon. eBay item #: 291533448147 Description: Mouse over image to zoom Universal-Hidden-Windshield-Antenna-Am-Fm-Stereo-Radio-Auto-Car-12v-Electronic Universal-Hidden-Windshield-Antenna-Am-Fm-Stereo-Radio-Auto-Car-12v-Electronic Universal-Hidden-Windshield-Antenna-Am-Fm-Stereo-Radio-Auto-Car-12v-Electronic Universal-Hidden-Windshield-Antenna-Am-Fm-Stereo-Radio-Auto-Car-12v-Electronic Have one to sell? Sell now Details about Universal Hidden Windshield Antenna Am/Fm Stereo Radio Auto Car 12v […]

Fuel pump replacement info. WARNING: Check the fuel pump wire connection. If bad replace it. Our new pump burned out in 3,000 miles. PN: LNC 3360CA for a connector that can be spliced in. ($25 eBay used / $135 eBay new / $185 local). Step by step procedures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKbrNzAsuVk I helped my brother replace the […]

Head Installation: 4 to 6 Hours. ($800 / $2,800 / $5,300) Website tutorial (written instructions): http://www.atthetipwebs.com/technologyinstructions/head_gasket.htm In this video I installed the head on a Volvo with an inline 5 motor. This directly applies to the Volvo 850 and Volvo S70, V70 cars. You would have had the head removed for the following reasons: – […]

Parking brake cable replacement: 2 to 4 hours ($60 / $400 / $570) Center console removal, 850: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqMY5BqMY84 Center console removal, x70: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqsXWv4Z6ZQ In this video I replaced one of the parking brake cables on my 1995 Volvo 850. One of my cables was actually broken in two and one side would not hold the […]

Headlight bulb replacement: 5 to 30 minutes ($12 / $25 / $250) Replacing the passenger side bulb can be done in 5 to 10 minutes. However, you will never get the drivers side bulb in without removing the battery. Hyundai Sonata, 6th generation. 2009 – 2014.

Radiator replacement: 2 to 4 hours. ($130 / $420 / $685) Replaced the radiator on a Volvo S70 turbo. It will be the same for the early 850 and V70 turbo cars from 1994 through 1998. This car was missing the air guide under it, so if you have that or a splash pan, it […]

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