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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volvo -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Compressor, Replace -> C70, S70 & V70
Vehicle: 2004 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

C70, S70 & V70

  • Remove receiver-drier assembly as outlined under "Receiver-Drier, Replace."
  • Remove fresh air intake hose to control module box.
  • Remove suction intake hose and intermediate section between fan shroud nozzle and filter.
  • On models equipped with turbocharged engines, proceed as follows:
    • Disconnect charger air cooler hose and position aside.
    • Remove throttle pulley cover.
  • On all models, Remove fan shroud and cover radiator with suitable protective panel.
  • Disconnect receiver-drier with bracket as outlined under "R... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> S70, V70, XC70 & 850
Vehicle: 2005 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Always disconnect the battery ground cable before replacing the fuel filter. Position a shop towel over fuel filter connections before disconnecting.

  • Remove the throttle pulley cover and shield over the valve on fuel rail.
  • Connect adapter tool (Volvo tool No. 999 5484 or equivalent), to fuel drainage unit (Volvo tool Nos. 981 2270, 2273 and 2282 or equivalents).
  • Connect the adapter to va...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Left Side -> Right Side
Vehicle: 2005 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

Left Side

  • Raise and support vehicle on lift.
  • Remove hub cap.
  • Remove front wheel lug nuts.
  • Remove bolt for wheel hub driveshaft.
  • Tap end of drive shaft approximately 15-20mm into wheel hub.
  • Remove anti-roll bar strut from spring strut.
  • Counterhold ball joint pinion so that ball joint boot cannot turn.
  • Detach brake hose from its mounting lug in spring strut.
  • Detach ABS line from its mounting lug in wheel arch.
  • Slacken off nut for ball joint for control arm. Before removing the nuts from the ball joints, clean the exposed threads of rust. Lubricate using rust solvent before removing t...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitable scan tool the DLC (Data Link Connector). Follow the scan tool manufacturers instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificati...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold between front cover plate and air cleaner housing.
  • On models equipped with turbo, loosen hose clamps between charge air cooler and electronic throttle module, disconnect electrical connector and remove charge air cooler hose.
  • On all model...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volvo -> 1999-2006 S80, 2001-09 S60, 2001-07 V70, XC70 & 2003-09 XC90
Vehicle: 2006 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Remove the sound proofing panel from under the passenger side of the instrument panel.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover retaining screws, then the cover, Fig. .
  • Press down on the cabin air filte...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volvo -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Dynamic Stability & Traction Control (DSTC)/Stability Traction Control (STC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

The warning lamp is used to warn of an system fault. The lamp input monitors the condition of the system. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic sy...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2010 Volvo XC70 T6 3.0 L6 GAS

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Remove cover over engine control module box and move it to one side.
  • Remove engine control module by carefully pulling it up and out using a suitable tool. Do not touch terminal pins on engine contro...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Volvo XC70  2.5 L5 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Ignition Coil
  • Oil Level Sensor
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • Camshaft Sensor
  • Trunk Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2004 Volvo XC70  2.5 L5 GASTrunk Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2004 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Volvo XC70  2.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Fog Lamp
  • Fog Lamp Relay
  • Right Fog Lamp
  • Right Rear Combination Lamp
  • Left Rear Combination Lamp
  • 2004 Volvo XC70  2.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Volvo XC70 2.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • CD Changer
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volvo XC70 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WHEELS AND TIRES, VIBRATION FAULT TRACING
    Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC70 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: RECALL - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Vehicle: 2008 Volvo XC70 3.2 3.2 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volvo XC70 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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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