Car Fix DIY Videos

This video shows timing alignment front and back of the head with the head actually removed from the motor. This applies to Volvo 850, 960, S70, V70, XC70, C70 built between 1993 and 1999. It also explained how I drew down the cam cover. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to […]

Cylinder head removal: 1-1/2 to 2 hours ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special tools, my wish list and other helpful information: http://www.RobertDIY.com Support Robert, become a Patron: http://www.Patreon.com/RobertDIYAfterDark/

Wiper arm repair: 10 to 20 minutes ($0 / $50 / $225) In this video I show I have solve the issue with the wiper lifting off of the windshield on the Volvo 850. This usually happens with the drivers side but can also happen with the passenger side. Over time the tension of the […]

A/C Compressor replacement: 1.5 to 2 hours ($300 / $650 / $1200) In this video I helped a friend replace the A/C compressor on his 2000 Saab 9-3 which had the 2.0 turbo engine. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special tools, parts for sale and other helpful […]

Tow hitch removal: 10 – 60 minutes ($45 / $225 / $400) In this video I show how to pull a tow hitch from a 2006 Volvo XC90. I’m sure it will work with other year models.

Brake caliper replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($110 / $250 / $450) In this video I replaced the rear brake caliper on my 1995 Volvo 850 wagon. These calipers are on a lot of Volvo’s built between 1965 through 2004. They were originally ATE calipers. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How […]

Power seat controller replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($25 / $200 / $000) PN: 8622857 (NLA through Volvo). In this video I helped a friend replace the power seat control module in his 2001 Volvo XC70 P2 vehicle. This procedure should be the same for many of the P2 Volvo cars built between 1999 and […]

CV Axle replacement: 1 to 2 hours ($150 / $400 / $950 Torque axle bolt: Haynes Manual states 35N.m or 26ft.lb + 90°. How to swag degree torque: https://youtu.be/KppFZABPK34 How to use an angle torque tool: https://youtu.be/8WohM6pt58I In this video I helped a guy replace the passenger side CV axle on his 2012 C70 Volvo. […]

In this video I show the cam locking tools and how to install them. You can purchase the tools here: https://swedishcarparts.com/parts/754-volvo-850-s70-s40-v70-s80-s60-960-xc90-timing-belt-camshaft-tool-made-in-usa-9995452s ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special tools, my wish list and other helpful information: http://www.RobertDIY.com Support Robert, become a Patron: […]

Dryer replacement: 2 to 3 hours ($40 / $350 / $500) In this video I replaced the AC drier in my car. I am troubleshooting an AC issue on my car and decided to replace it just to make sure if was fresh. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search […]

Serpentine belt replacement: 15 to 30 minutes. ( In this video I helped a friend replace a serpentine belt on a 2006 Ford Focus. This should be the same for all of the 4 cylinder Ford Focus from 2004 to 2011.

In this video it will show you how to read and reset the error codes using the on board diagnostic tool under the hood of the Volvo 850 cars built in 1993, 1994 and 1995 model years. Many codes in this system do NOT set off the CEL (Check Engine Light). Port Choices A1 Transmission […]

In this video I show how the serpentine belt is suppose to be routed on the Volvo white block engine. This should be good for all of the Volvo 850, S70, V70, 960, S90 and V90 cars built between 1992 through 1998. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for […]

Replace subframe bushings: 3 to 4 hours ($140 – $200 / $500 / $700) In this video I helped Mike install Kaplhenke subframe bushings in his S70. This process will be the same for all of the P80 Volvo’s, S70, V70, V70R, 850, C70, etc. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How […]

J-hose replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($30 / $110 / $180) In this video I show the location of 2 evaporator hoses that go bad on the Volvo S70, 850, V70 vehicles. Usually causes the emissions error code P0440. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit […]

Climate control unit replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($40 / $175 / $750 In this video I replaced a climate control unit in a 1997 Volvo V90. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special tools, my wish list and other helpful information: […]

Instrument cluster removal: 5 to 10 minutes ($0 / $45 / $150) In this video I removed the instrument cluster on a Volvo 745 wagon, 1990 model. This process should be the same on several other Volvo vehicles, like the 940, etc. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my […]

ECM removal: 5 to 10 minutes Tool can be purchased here: https://swedishcarparts.com/parts/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&search_text=9995722 In this video I show you how to remove and install the ECU from the Volvo vehicles built after 1998.

Ball joint replacement: 1-1/2 to 2 hours ($40/- $325 / $400) Special tool: In this video I helped a viewer replace the ball joint on his wife’s 2006 Volvo XC90. This process should be the same on all of the P2 cars, S60, V70, XC70, etc. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin […]

Throttle pedal replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($75 / $225 / $280) Helped a friend replace their throttle pedal on their 2007 Saturn Ion. I’m sure this process is the same for many of these vehicles with the P0121 code. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special took, […]

Rear wing installation: 15 to 30 minutes ($250 / $350) In this video I installed the rear wing on my 1995 Volvo 850 wagon with the old style bracket system. It has become difficult to find the wings for sale, even harder to find the mounting brackets. This process is the same for all P80 […]

In this video I explain why I installed a RIP kit on my car. It will enhance performance and refresh the turbo piping system. www.Snabb.us How to install a RIP kit: https://youtu.be/OkGa7RbYKfs ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special tools, my wish […]

In this video I show how I installed a transmission cooler in our Volvo S70 GLT. A transmission cooler should help reduce the need for transmission service and hopefully extend the life of the transmission. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special […]

Oil Temp Sensor: 2 – 4 hours ($150 / $400 ) In this video I installed an oil temperature sensor in my Volvo 850 turbo. Cost will vary if you already have equipment and/or supplies but if you don’t have anything, expect to spend between $100 – $200 DIY. Glow Shift gauge: https://www.glowshiftdirect.com/tinted-7-color-oil-temperature-gauge/ (Got mine […]

Sunroof trim installation: 10 to 30 minutes ($5 / $90 / $195) In this video I installed the roof liner trip that goes around the sunroof from a 960, into my 850 after replacing the headliner. I pulled the trim from a salvage yard. I could not find the part listed for sale on a […]

Running boards removal: 15 to 60 minutes ($40 / $240 / $375) In this video I removed a pair of running boards from a 2006 Volvo XC90. I’m sure this process will be the same for other XC90 year models.

Rear hatch door panel removal and installation: 10 – 15 minutes In this video I show how the rear hatch door panel should be removed and installed to prevent damage. This applies to the Volvo wagon vehicles, 850, V70 built between 1994 – 2000. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to […]

ABS sensors replacement: 1 to 2 hours ($40 / $300 / $600) PN: 9472171 In this video I replaced a rear ABS sensor the hardest way possible. Should be easy for the P80 AWD cars, V70R, V70XC, V70 AWD, S70 AWD and 850 AWD. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to […]

Trailing arm bushing replacement: 2 to 4 hours ($30 / 350 / $525 In this video I show how I helped a friend replaced the trailing arm bushings on his 1997 Volvo 850 R wagon. This process should be the same on all of the P80 FWD Volvo cars which includes the 850, S70, V70, […]

In this video I show how to get the AC working on your Volvo 850, S70, V70, V70R, V70XC, XC70, GLT, etc. Service the AC: https://youtu.be/kYQnWxyqWyw Shim the compressor: https://youtu.be/P5Q7UQVzV6E Replace the AC drier: https://youtu.be/rUKv4096GvQ ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt9w-ZSxs9I Visit my Website for special […]

Thermostat replacement: 45 – 60 minutes ($30 / 150 / $175) NOTE: The jiggle/bleeder pin should be at the 12 O’clock position when installing the thermostat. In this video I helped a friend replace the thermostat in their 2001 Lexus LS430. I is pretty easy, however, the dealership had a problem getting the correct thermostat. […]

Heater core replacement: 4 to 6 hours ($50 / $850 / $1100) In this video I show how I helped a friend replace the heater core in her 1996 Volvo 960. This process should be the same for all of the Volvo 900 series cars from 1992 through 1998. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care […]

Starter replacement: 2 to 3 hours ($150 / $450 / $525 In this video I helped a guy replace the start in his 1999 Chrysler 300m. This should work for the cars built in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my videos: […]