Car Fix DIY Videos

Timing belt replacement: 3 to 5 hours ($200 / $800 / $1,100) Crank/harmonic balancer bolt is 36mm. This is the process if removing the harmonic balancer. Seal leaks, VVT, front cam seals, etc.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjZFY-1x1Xk A place to purchase the cam locking tool: https://swedishcarparts.com/parts/754-volvo-850-s70-s40-v70-s80-s60-960-xc90-timing-belt-camshaft-tool-made-in-usa-9995452s In this video I replaced the timing belt on a 2005 S60 […]

In this video I share a some information that I have learned about instrument cluster issues with my Volvo 740 wagon. I believe this information will apply to other Volvo vehicles, especially the red block ones. How to remove the instrument cluster, 740: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khVod5RHjv8 How to remove the instrument cluster, 940: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5m3H6Z_aDQ

Front cam seal replacement: 1 to 2 hours ($25 / $115 / $425) In this video I replaced the front cam seal on a 1998 Volvo S70. This will be the same for most Volvo cars with the non-VVT hub.

Hood cable replacement: 30 to 60 minutes ($15 / $120 / $200) In this video I show how to inspect and replace the hood release cable for the Volvo 850, S70, V70, etc.

Ceiling liner removal: 30 to 45 minutes ($120 / $500 / $1800) In this video I removed the roof liner from a 1999 Jaguar XJ8. I’m sure this process is similar with other Jaguar vehicles.

SAS Modification: 60 to 90 minutes ($5 / $520 / $625) In this video I show you how to do a modification to the car to clear the CEL error code P0410. This fix is for Volvo 850, S70, V70, XC70, C70, V70R, etc. You need a 200v-1A Silicon Diode.

In this video I show how to remove and install the air filter box on a Volvo 850, S70, V70, V70 XC, etc. You may need to remove it to access other things in the engine compartment.

Headlight assembly repair: ($10 / $210 / $325) In this video I show how you can replace the headlight assembly reflector on a Volvo S70, V70, 850, etc. Some people have removed the reflector and painted them with high temperature, REFLECTIVE chrome paint. You can replace the assembly, the reflector, or try to paint it. […]

Turbo drain leak: 30 to 60 minutes ($10 / $110 / $160) In this video I replaced the seals on the turbo drain tube on a Volvo S70 GLT. This process is the same on several Volvo turbocharged cars, 850, XC70, etc.

Strut assembly replacement: 1-1/2 to 2 hours ($300 / $480 / $800) This video show assembly replacement with a salvaged unit. You can get new units from some auto parts suppliers, most people get units from Amazon (Gabriels). This video was filmed on a Volvo 850 but the process is the same for most vehicles. […]

Dash braces: 30 to 60 minutes ($10 / $100) In this video I installed some braces on the ends of my 850 dash pad to support my dash. It has at least 1 bad dash mount and is a little noisy, creaky on the passenger side. How to remove and repair the dash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODwxmHMm9Wk

Heater core replacement: 1 to 2 hours ($80 / $300 / $500) In this video I helped a friend replace the heater core on his 2007 Volvo S60 GLT. It is a P2 platform Volvo so this process should be the same on the following Volvo cars: – S60 from 2001 through 2009 – V70 […]

Turbo replacement: 2 to 4 hours ($75 / $1200 / $1700) In this video I swapped out a turbo on a ’98 Volvo S70 T5. This process is the same for most of the P80 Volvo cars.

Turbo replacement: 4 to 6 hours ($400 / $1,800 / $2,800) In this video I helped a viewer replace the turbo in his 2005 Audi A4. It had about 175,000 miles. He was driving it with the turbo blown so it wasn’t picking up speed very well and it destroyed the catalysis converter (not good). […]

Thermostat replacement: 30 to 45 minutes ($15 / $110 / $130) In this video I helped a friend replace a thermostat in their 1999 Mercury Marquis. This process should work for many Mercury vehicles with the V8.

Door window replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($40 / $150 / $300) In this video I replace a broken car door window on a Hyundai Elantra. This process with be similar on many vehicles.

Key fob repair: 30 to 60 minutes ($10 / $120 / $165+) In this video I show you how to replace the key barrel and fob case for your car remote. I have done this with many makes and models of vehicles.

Fuel tank shut off valve replacement: 60 to 90 minutes ($80 / $550 / $700) In this video I replace the fuel cut off valve on a 2001 Lexus IS 300. The valve has a hair line crack in it and…

CV Axle replacement: 45 to 60 minutes ($120 / $210 / $310) In this video I show how I replace the CV axles on a Hyundai Accent. I could not get the lower control arms loose so I pulled the…

Cleaning the throttle body and IAC: 30 to 60 minutes ($10 / $90 / $150) Use this video if you decide to change the MAP sensor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULl7bF4Z2SE In this video I…

Speaker replacement: 10 to 20 minutes ($50 / $105 / $200) This video show how I remove the rear speakers from a Mercury Villager van. This should also work f…

Air filter replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($17 / $60 / $100) In this video I replaced the engine air filter in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS. I’m sure the process will be the same for other Cadillac…

Air filter replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($17 / $60 / $100) In this video I replaced the engine air filter in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS. I’m sure the process will be the same for other Cadillac…

MAP sensor replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($85 / $175 / $275) In this video I replace the MAP sensor in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS that has the Northstar engine, 32 valve. The problem/code…

MAP sensor replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($85 / $175 / $275) In this video I replace the MAP sensor in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS that has the Northstar engine, 32 valve. The problem/code…

MAP sensor replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($85 / $175 / $275) In this video I replace the MAP sensor in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS that has the Northstar engine, 32 valve. The problem/code…

Tune up: 60 to 90 minutes ($450 / $695 / $800) In this video I replaced the spark plugs and coil packs on a 2001 Cadillac Seville. It has the Northstar V8 which I’m sure this process will…

Tune up: 60 to 90 minutes ($450 / $695 / $800) In this video I replaced the spark plugs and coil packs on a 2001 Cadillac Seville. It has the Northstar V8 which I’m sure this process will…

MAP sensor replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($85 / $175 / $275) In this video I replace the MAP sensor in a 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS that has the Northstar engine, 32 valve. The problem/code…

Tune up: 60 to 90 minutes ($450 / $695 / $800) In this video I replaced the spark plugs and coil packs on a 2001 Cadillac Seville. It has the Northstar V8 which I’m sure this process will…

Head light bulb replacement: 15 to 30 minutes ($10 / $55 / $110) In this video I replace the low beam head light bulb in a 2005 Honda Accord.

Fan resistor replacement: 5 to 15 minutes ($10 / $110 / $160) I replaced a fan resistor in this Mercury Villager, 1999 model. I’m sure this is the same on other year models as well as with…

Fan resistor replacement: 5 to 15 minutes ($10 / $110 / $160) I replaced a fan resistor in this Mercury Villager, 1999 model. I’m sure this is the same on other year models as well as with…