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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1998-2000 -> Precautions -> A/C Refrigerant Oil -> Battery Ground Cable -> Cleanliness -> Engine Coolant -> Exercise System -> General Service -> Product Compatibility -> R-134a -> Safety
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

NOTE: Refer To "Computer Relearn Procedures" When Battery Power To The Computer Has Been Interrupted.

Prior to service disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Product Compatibility
A/C Refrigerant Oil

Before replenishing refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to "A/C Data" for specifications.

Engine Coolant

Before adding or replacing engine coolant, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. If using orange silicate-free coolant, do not mix w...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Disassemble -> Master Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul
Disassemble
  • Remove reservoir from master cylinder.
  • Drain fluid from reservoir, then remove seals.
  • Remove circlip and withdraw pistons and return spring.
Cleaning & Inspection
  • Polish inner surface of the master cylinder with a honing tool (cylinder grinding tool).
  • Clean all pistons parts and cylinder with methylated spirits.
  • Using compressed air, blow air into the equalizer and overflow holes.
  • Check master cylinder bore for scoring,...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Component Locations -> 2003-06 Volvo XC90, 2001-06 S60, 2000-04 S40 & V40, 1999-06 S80, 1998-06 C70, S70, V70 & 1992-97 850
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front member from body, exhaust pipe and three-way catalytic converter (TWC).
  • Remove brake pipe from mountings in member.
  • Remove front propeller shaft. If same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, mark propeller shaft CV joint in relation to bevel gear flange.
  • Remove screws from propeller shaft. Use a suitable counterhold tool.
  • Remove rear section of exhaust system.
  • Support front section of exhaust pipe so as not to put strain on exhaust manifold.
  • Remove rear exhaust system assembly.
  • Remove rear propeller shaft. If same propeller shaft is to be reu...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

  • Remove hose and pipe for charge air cooler.
  • Remove splash guard.
  • Remove power cable and antenna from starter motor.
  • ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 1993-97 850 & 1997-2000 C70, S70 & V70
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Note the position of the windshield wiper blades on the windshield.
  • Remove the windshield wiper arm retaining nuts, then the wiper arms.
  • Remove the upper cowl panel retaining screws.
  • Disconnect hoses and clamp...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Service Indicator Lamp -> 1998 S70 -> Early Version -> Late Version -> With VDO Instrument Cluster -> With Yazaki Instrument Cluster
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 GLT 2.4 L5 GAS

With VDO Instrument Cluster

Early Version

The Service Reminder Indicator will light at 7500 miles, 750 hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first, since the last service interval has been performed. Use the Volvo scan tool, or an equivalent scan tool, to reset the service lamp. Follow the scan tool instructions.

Late Version
  • Turn ignition Off.
  • Depress trip odometer Reset button.
  • Turn ignition On.
  • SRI should start flashing when Reset button has been pres...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.3 L5 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp at coolant pipe and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1998 Volvo S70  2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Power Seats
  • Convertible Top
  • LH High Beam
  • Anti-Theft Alarm
  • 1998 Volvo S70 GLT 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Volvo S70 GLT 2.4 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Component Identification
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STUCK CDS IN AUDIO UNIT
    Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: UPDATED PROCEDURE, PROPELLER SHAFT, REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
    Vehicle: 1998 Volvo S70 2.4 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Volvo S70 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Volvo S70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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