Car Fix DIY Videos

AC compressor replacement: 45 to 60 minutes ($475 / $775 / $1,100) I this video I show how I helped a viewer replace the AC compressor on his 2008 Volvo C30. This process should be the same for the following cars: S40: 2005 through 2012 V50: 2005 through 2012 C70: 2007 through 2013 C30: 2007 […]

Cylinder head replacement: 6 to 8 hours ($1,100 / $2,300 / $2.800) How to use an angle torque gauge: https://youtu.be/8WohM6pt58I My website for contact info and donations: www.RobertDIY.com Cam locking tools: https://swedishcarparts.com/parts/754-volvo-850-s70-s40-v70-s80-s60-960-xc90-timing-belt-camshaft-tool-made-in-usa-9995452s Cam locking and draw down tools: https://swedishcarparts.com/parts/1416-volvo-twin-cam-cylinder-head-r-r-and-timing-belt-camshaft-tool-set-made-in-usa-9995452 In this video I helped a viewer replace the cylinder head on his 2008 C30 Volvo. […]

ABS module replacement: 15 to 60 minutes ($125 / $350 / $900) ABS Module service: www.MidWest-ABS.com Midwest ABS, 805 S. Maumee St., Tecumseh, MI 49286 In this video I show how to remove the ABS module from a Volvo 850, S70 vehicle. ————————————————- Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLPVaRK9sDU Basic car care YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rspiwin How to search my […]

Timing belt replacement: 3 to 6 hours ($175 / $700 / $1200 WARNING: Failure to properly install the timing belt, tensioner, etc., will likely result in internal damage to the engine. You should ALIGN THE TIMING marks before removing the timing belt, and INSURE the crank and both cams are properly aligned with the TIMING […]

Blower motor replacement: 4 to 6 hours ($40 / $540 / $765) Resistor cost: $65 / $120 Written tutorial: http://cleanflametrap.com/ In this video I helped replace a blower motor and fan resistor. This process should be close to the same for all 240 vehicles after 1980. That would include 240, 245, 242, 244, 260, 262, […]

Window roller replacement: 30 – 45 minutes ($5 / $120 / $225) PN: 9152606, Sliding block Door panel removal x70: https://youtu.be/7GUJHLJ1XnI Door panel removal 850: https://youtu.be/M5G5SKQ4P60 ————————————————- 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, my wish list and other helpful information: http://www.RobertDIY.com Support Robert, become a Patron: http://www.Patreon.com/RobertDIYAfterDark/

RIP Kit Installation: 1 to 2 hours ($300 / $450) In this video I show how to replace the turbo pipping on a P80 Volvo. Some silicone piping are slightly undersized and may require that you wet the silicone with warm soapy water to get them to slide on to the pipes. Why install a […]

Cylinder head removal: 3 to 6 hours ($40 / $400 / $750) In this video I share what I do when removing a cylinder head from a Volvo 850. This applies to other white block Volvo vehicles as well. S70, V70, V70XC, V70R, etc. ————————————————————————————– Pre removal information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UErzCn-oK4 Website link: http://atthetipwebs.com/technologyinstructions/head_gasket.htm Solid vs hydraulic […]

Distributor replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($125 / $375 / $550) In this video I removed a distributor from a 1995 Land Range Rover. This process is likely the same for other Range Rover vehicles from 1987 through 1995. Also applies to some Jaguars

Brake pads: 1 – 3 Hours ($125 / $325 / $550) In this video I changed the brake pads on a Jaguar XJ8, it was a 2003 model but this process is the same on many European vehicles including, Volvo, BMW, etc.

Tune up: 15 to 30 minutes ($12 / $120 / $140) In this video I helped a friend replace the spark plugs in their 2007 Saturn Ion. Quick and easy process that will work with most vehicles. ————————————————- 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, my wish list […]

Rear hatch replacement: 30 to 45 minutes ($75 / $175) In this video I helped a friend replace the rear hatch on a Volvo 850 wagon. This process is the same for all of the P80 Volvo wagons from 1994 through 2000. ————————————————- 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 […]

Alternator replacement: ($30 / $350 / $650) In this video I helped a buddy replace the alternator in his 2002 C70. I’m sure this process is the same for several Volvo’s between 1999 – 2004.

Door seal installation: 30 to 45 minutes. In this video I show how I installed the door seals on a Volvo 850. It should be the same for other Volvo vehicles. To remove the seal, you need to push the pin through the clip, into the door.

O2 sensor replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($65 / $150 / $310) In this video I helped a friend replace an o2 sensor in a 1999 Mercury Villager. I’m sure this process is the same on other Villagers, Nissan Quest, etc.

Coolant line replacement: 45 to 60 minutes ($140 / $240 / $350) In this video I replaced the cross over coolant tube and the stub hose between it and the thermostat tower. It would be a good ideal to replace the thermostat and related parts at this time as well as do a coolant fluid […]

Front wheel bearing replacement: 2 – 3 Hours ($25 / $220 / $430 In this video I showed details on how to replace the front wheel bearings on a 2001 Mercedes Benz 430 CLK (or CLK430). This process should be the same for a lot of the Mercedes Benz vehicles built between 1994 – 2004. […]

Crank seal replacement: 2 to 3 hours ($25 / $350 / $500) In this video I replace the front crank shaft seal on my 1995 Volvo 850. The video is NOT detailed, it doesn’t show the steps prior to pulling the harmonic balancer, etc, stuff like setting the timing, removing the front wheel, etc. The […]

Belt replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($30 / $120 / $210) In this video I replaced the serpentine belt on a 2003 Jaguar XJ8. It has the 4.0 L v8 engine that is NOT supercharged. I’m sure this process is the same for other XJ8, etc. cars.

In this video I show how I glue the door panel and clip parts back together on my Volvo S70, V70, V70XC cars. They fall apart every time you have to pull them for any reason. Panel removal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCmUEv8q5W4

Chain tensioner: 2 to 3 hours ($75 / $345 / $550) In this video I helped my brother replace a timing chain tensioner in his 2003 Jaguar XJ8. This process is the same for many of the V8 Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles between 1998 through 2003, maybe more. This did not fix the noise, […]

O2 sensor replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($45 / $150 / $220) In this video I helped a friend replace the downstream o2 sensor on their 1999 Mercury Villager. I’m sure this process is the same on the Nissan Quest and other models of this type of vehicle.

Steering rack replacement: 3 to 5 hours ($400 / $800 / $1700) Small seal size: In this video I helped a friend replace the steering rack on his 1998 Volvo S70. This process should be the same for all of the P80 Volvo cars from 1993 through 2000. If you need to replace the rack […]

Shift cables bushing replacement: 45 to 60 minutes ($10 / $470 / $700 In this video I repaired the manual shift cable bushings that wear out at the transmission connection linkages. This should work on Volvo cars between 1993 – 1999, Volvo 850, S70, V70 vehicles with a manual transmission.

Battery replacement: 30 to 90 minutes ($150 / $250 / $300) In this video I helped my brother replace the battery in his Jaguar XJ8. It is located in the trunk of the car. This will apply to many vehicles.

Speaker replacement: 30 – 60 minutes ($15 / $125 / $225) In this video I show how to remove a door speaker from a Volvo S70, V70, V70 XC, etc. (P80 x70 series vehicles). This may work for other Volvo vehicles.

Rear suspension replacement: 30 to 90 minutes ($120 / $300 / $450) In this video I replaced the rear shocks and springs in my 850 R. Since my car had the Nivomats and I was not going to replace them with new Nivomats, I had to replace the springs as well.

Rear hatch latch repair: 30 to 90 minutes ($25 / $150 / $525) In this video I trouble shoot a rear hatch problem and replace a part on the latch that controls the locking mechanism. This should work on most Volvo cars built between 1992 through 2000, including the Volvo 850, V70 and V90 cars.

Door glass replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($30 / $160 / $300) x70 Door panel removal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCmUEv8q5W4 850 Door panel removal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5G5SKQ4P60 For other door panel removals, search my YouTube channel. This video is compliments of some mean kid that busted my window out while I was visiting a friend in Little Rock, AR. Took […]

Shift lock solenoid replacement: 45 to 60 minutes ($120 / $210 / $450) In this video I show why the shift handle gets stuck in Park and you have to press the manual override button to release it. Volvo 850, S70, V70 and other Volvo cars. 850 Center console removal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqMY5BqMY84 x70 Center console removal: […]

Power steering pump replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($50 / $150 / $325) In this video I replace the power steering pump on a 1998 Volvo S70.

Main fuse replacement: 15 – 30 minutes ($5 / $100 / $140) In this video I helped my friend replace the main 120 amp alternator fuse in the main fuse box panel of his 2003 Lexus GS 300. I’m sure this process is the same on many Lexus, Toyota and other vehicles / cars.

In this video I visited a repair shop that services Volvo cars. They share with me how they install the VVT hubs and adjust the timing for them to function properly. This will apply to many Volvo vehicles, S40, V40, S60, V70, V70XC, S80, XC90, C70, S70, etc. Timing info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPt0BZ3B_2w VVT hub seal replacement: […]