Rear Wheel Drive Newsletter - August 2009
Page 9: Heating system components, Blower motors, Heater control valves, Radiators

If you place your order by phone, please provide the customer service representative with promotion code "MR" to apply any sale pricing that may be available through this promotion. This Promotion may include products that are not discounted below our normal competitive pricing structure.

Promotion effective from August 14, 2009 through October 2, 2009

Heating System Components Now is the time to repair leaky heater cores, non-adjustable heater control valves, and dead or dying blower fans. We also have stock heater hoses and clamps to help make the job go smoothly. Check out our new heater hose pliers that are used to pinch off the coolant hoses and prevent coolant from spilling into the interior while the hoses are disconnected for repairs. If you’re having a problem with the heater system in your Volvo that you’re unable to figure out how to solve, give us a call. We’ve got the parts and experience to help get the job done right. Heater Hoses and Clamps 240 series All 4 cyl. 1976-93 water pump pipe to firewall Made in Asia MR-3531635 Reg. $4.12    Each 240 series non-turbo All 4 cyl. 1976-93 cylinder head to firewall Made in Asia MR-463524 Reg. $3.80    Each 200 series turbo B21FT 1981-85 cylinder head to firewall APA MR-1266637 Reg. $3.88    Each heater hose clamp (15-24mm) ABA MR-30024 Reg. $0.77    Each Locking Hose Clamping Pliers (opens to .675”) Heater hose clamping pliers MR-T750 Reg. $9.95    Each Heater Core 240, 260 series 1975-93 limited availability Aftermarket MR-703354 Reg. $83.68    Each 700, 900 series 1983-95 Ready-Aire (OEM Brass Style) MR-1307236 Reg. $203.20    Each Climate Control Vacuum Reservoir Check Valve 200, 700, 900 series 1978-95 Ate MR-1228272 Reg. $6.07    Each

Heater/AC Blower Motors If your Volvo’s heater and air conditioner blower is noisy or doesn’t work at all, it’s time for a new blower motor. Keep your windows clear and interior comfortable no matter what the season! Instructions included. 200 series 1975-93 kit w/resistor & switch MR-1370241K Reg. $82.70    Each 700 series 1983-87 blower motor (1) MR-3506325 Reg. $56.31    Each 700, 900 series 1989-95 blower motor (2) Four Seasons MR-3537854 Reg. $83.16    Each (1) - 5 mounting screw style. (2) - 3 mounting screw style. Not for use with automatic climate control.

Heater Control Valves Volvo 240/260 models from 1975 to 1991 had a brass style valve that mounted on the firewall above the gas pedal (LH drive models.) Volvo no longer sells this style valve, but instead sells a kits with a plastic valve. This kit is not a direct replacement and has a fairly complicated installation. ipd has been able to source some of the OEM style brass valves. A. 240, 260 series 1975-91 MR-1348252 Reg. $162.00    Each B. 700, 900 series w/o climate cntrl 1983-95 Scantech MR-1259327 Reg. $18.79    Each

Radiator Hoses and Clamps When you are doing anything to the cooling system, be sure to check the condition of the belts, hoses and clamps. Inspect a belt by turning it to see if it shows any signs of cracking or fraying where it rides in the pulley. The telltale squeal will let you know if it is not adjusted correctly. Hoses should be easy to compress with your hand but not too soft, as if the reinforcement inside has broken. A hose that has become rigid is just as bad as a soft one, as it can stress the neck of the radiator from engine movement. Radiator Hoses and Clamps Upper Hose 240 series B20 1975 Made in Asia MR-460617 Reg. $5.82    Each 240 series B21, B23, B230 1976-93* APA MR-1219990 Reg. $5.86    Each 700 series B23FT, B230FT 1984-86 APA MR-3514629 Reg. $5.02    Each 700 series B23FT, B230FT 1987-91 (for watercooled turbo models) APA MR-3514629 Reg. $5.02    Each 700, 940 series B230F 1985-91 MR-3536130 Reg. $4.82    Each 700, 940 series B230F 1992-95 MR-3547147 Reg. $8.59    Each 940 series B230FT 1992-95 MR-3547147 Reg. $8.59    Each All 1975-98 Radiator hose clamp (32-44mm) ABA MR-30044 Reg. $1.87    Each Radiator Hoses and Clamps Lower Hose 240 series B20 1975 Made in Asia MR-460618 Reg. $4.24    Each 240 series B21, B23, B230 1976-93* Made in Asia MR-463306 Reg. $5.36    Each 700 series B23FT, B230FT 1984-86 APA MR-1378106 Reg. $4.90    Each 700 series B23FT, B230FT 1987-91 (for watercooled turbo models) APA MR-3514989 Reg. $14.61    Each 700, 940 series B230F 1985-91 APA MR-3514988 Reg. $6.31    Each 700, 940 series B230F 1992-95 APA MR-3514988 Reg. $6.31    Each 940 series B230FT 1992-95 MR-3547148 Reg. $20.50    Each All 1975-98 Radiator hose clamp (32-44mm) ABA MR-30044 Reg. $1.87    Each *Must be shortened for use on intercooled turbo models Don’t forget to order new clamps with your hoses! It will make the job much easier and it’s not uncommon for old corroded clamps to “blow up” upon removal.

Replacement Radiators Years of normal operation will create conditions that can gradually reduce the cooling efficiency of a radiator. One example is caused by a build-up of road grime on the front side of the radiator. This is a very common problem on cars equipped with AC and is not visible as the AC condenser obstructs the view. The build-up reduces the surface area of the radiator, gradually reducing cooling effectiveness to the point where it may not be able to properly cool in hot weather. This results in boil over. This problem can usually be resolved by aiming a high-pressure wash from the fan side of the radiator to blast the build-up off of the radiator. This should be done once a year as preventative maintenance. The more common problem is internal clogging. Standard 2-row Radiators (Plastic tanks and aluminum core) 240, 260 all Nissen MR-8603894 Reg. $170.63    Each 740, 940 series non-turbo 1992-95 Nissen MR-8601002 Reg. $201.15    Each 740, 940 series turbo 1992-95 Nissen MR-8603853 Reg. $178.62    Each

Promotion effective from August 14, 2009 through October 2, 2009