Technical Tips
At this point in time, our technical articles are mostly being used as supplemental information applied to individual products as a means to help install, troubleshoot and identify product variations on different Volvo models.
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- 10002 - Spark blowout or is it my birthday?
- 10003 - Oxygen Sensor Testing
- 10004 - Is it Time to Replace My Shocks & Struts?
- 10005 - Why Polyurethane? (aka Poly)
- 10006 - Is A Strut Or Chassis Brace What I Need?
- 10007 - Heater Core Replacement P80 850 C70 S70 V70
- 10009 - How do I find my engine serial number or engine family? (FWD/AWD models)
- 10010 - Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide for 1994-2008 FWD & AWD Volvo Models
- 10011 - Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide for 1962 to 1995 Rear Wheel Drive Volvo Models
- 10012 - Spark Plug length issues for P1 & P2 Volvos
- 10013 - What is a Chassis number and why do I need it to figure out what parts fit my Volvo?
- 10014 - How can I find Volvo's "Model Year" or Production Date?
- 10015 - What is the Product Identification Plate? Where can I find it and what does it tell me?
- 10017 - Shock Absorber Warranty Issues and Questions
- 10018 - Why do I need to measure my brake rotors or check the style of my brake pads?
- 10019 - Will adding aftermarket performance products void my car's factory warranty?
- 10020 - The "Warped" Brake Disc and Other Myths of the Braking System
- 10021 - The Basics of Strut Installation on 2/7/9 Series
- 10022 - Front End Shake 700/900 Series
- 10023 - 200/700/900 Suspension Upgrade Stages
- 10024 - What are Nivomat shocks and does my Volvo have them?
- 10025 - All About Tires - Vintage & RWD Volvos
- 10026 - Explaining Camber, Caster & Toe
- 10027 - Ride Height Measurement
- 10028 - The Positives & Negatives of Alignment
- 10029 - Checking Steering for Play
- 10030 - Steering Rack Boot Inspection
- 10031 - Sway Bar Endlink Diagnosis
- 10032 - Gas Shocks vs. Non Gas Shocks
- 10033 - Driveline Vibration - 700/900 Series
- 10034 - Parking Brake Adjustment
- 10035 - ABS & TRACS Codes
- 10036 - Ready Set STOP!
- 10037 - Brake Line Junction Block
- 10038 - 700/900 Front Sliding Calipers
- 10039 - Using Sil Glyde to Lubricate Brake Pads & Hardware
- 10040 - Dirty Brake Fluid?
- 10041 - A Few Common Brake System Problems
- 10042 - Seating New Brake Pads
- 10043 - Identifying Brake Lines on Vintage Models
- 10044 - What Makes Your Volvo Tick? The Basics of Spark, Fuel & Compression
- 10045 - Extended Oil Changes & it's Effects on Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)
- 10046 - Tune Up Interval on 850 & 70 Series Cars
- 10047 - Spark Plug Wire Testing
- 10048 - Diagnosing a Faulty Catalyst (Catalytic Converter)
- 10049 - A Mounting Problem - Diagnosing & Replacing 240 Engine Mounts
- 10050 - Air Filter Care
- 10051 - Replacing Exhaust in 200/700/900 Models
- 10052 - Pertronix Pointless Conversion for Your Vintage Volvo
- 10053 - Mixture Adjustment in K-Jet & LH - 200/700/900 Models
- 10054 - Timing Belt Catastrophe - The Importance of Changing Associated Parts When Changing a Timing Belt
- 10055 - Typical Vacuum Elbow Locations - 850/70 Models
- 10056 - Broken Vacuum Elbow - CEL 231-232
- 10057 - Valve Adjustment on B21/B23/B230 "Red Block" Motors
- 10058 - 240 Fuel Pump Troubleshooting
- 10059 - Fuel Filter Location
- 10060 - Weber Carburetor Jetting
- 10061 - Fuel Pump Whine - 1998-2000 V70XC Models
- 10062 - 850 Drive Cycles - Getting Your 850 Into Readiness Mode
- 10063 - Tips For Better Fuel Efficiency & More MPGs
- 10064 - The Volvo Family Tree - Some Basic History of Volvo Models
- 10065 - Towing Tips
- 10066 - Vibration at Idle in 700 Series Volvos
- 10068 - Bench Preparing Heater Blower Motors
- 10069 - Heater Blower Motor Diagnostics
- 10070 - Engine Coolant Sensor Check Engine Light
- 10071 - Temperature Gauge Failure in 86-93 240 Models
- 10072 - Reset Service Light in 1998 & Later Volvo Models
- 10073 - Troubleshooting Power Door Locks
- 10074 - Bulb Integrity Sensor Location & Diagnosis
- 10075 - Turn Signal Lens Assembly Replacement - 850 & 70 Series
- 10076 - Ugrading the High Beam Switch on Your Vintage Volvo to the Turn Signal Stalk
- 10077 - Make Your Volvo Faster Without Adding Parts
- 10078 - Engine Performance Upgrades for "Red Block" Volvos
- 10079 - Understanding Turbo Boost
- 10080 - Electrical System Diagnostics - Finding an Electrical Draw
- 10081 - Top 10 Common Issues with Volvo 240 Models
- 10082 - Strut comparison between XC70 & V70 P2 models
- 10083 - What is FOUR-C suspension and does my Volvo have it?
- 10084 - Reading your spark plugs
- 10085 - How can I tell if my Volvo has Bosch or Regina Fuel Injection?
- 10086 - What is BLIS? (Blind Spot Information System)
- 10087 - How can I tell which version of Bosch LH Fuel Injection is on my Volvo 240?
- 10088 - What is an electronically foldable mirror?
- 10090 - J-Type Overdrive Basic Rebuild Guide for M41 & M46 Transmissions
- 10091 - M46 & M47 Transmission Oil
- 10092 - M41 & M46 Overdrive Etiquette
- 10093 - Manual Transmission Fluid Service
- 10094 - The OBD II Story
- 10095 - Does my Volvo 240 have EGR and what is it?
- 10096 - What Light Bulbs Fit My Volvo?
- 10097 - Fluids & Capacities for P80 & P2 Chassis Volvos
- 10098 - Dashboard & Instrument Cluster Removal - S70 V70 V70XC C70 P80 Models
- 10099 - USA Market Volvo models and chassis by year (P80 P1 P2 P3)
- 10100 - Volvo Suspension Overview 1999-2006 S80 / 2001-2007 S60 / 2001-2007 V70/XC70
- 10101 - Suspension Overview 1999-2006 S80 / 2001-2009 S60 / 2001-2007 V70/XC70
- 10102 - P80 Chassis Suspension Overview
- 10103 - Rear Wheel Drive Suspension Overview
- 10104 - Rear Wheel Drive Clunk In The Trunk
- 10105 - Does your Volvo drive like it has a mind of its’ own?
- 10106 - Why does IPD sell Volvo Spark Plugs? What should I use?
- 10107 - Guide to Acceptable ABS Control Module Cores
- 10108 - Engine Performance Upgrades for Vintage Volvos (1962-1975)
- 10109 - Windshield Wiper Blade Basics
- 10110 - Ignition Basics for Front Wheel and All Wheel Drive Volvos
- 10111 - Workshop and Service Manuals for Front Wheel and All Wheel Drive Models
- 10112 - Workshop and service manuals for 1975-1998 rear wheel drive Volvos
- 10113 - V-belt / fan belt identification and inspection
- 10114 - Serpentine Belt Basics for 1993-2010 front wheel drive and all wheel drive models
- 10115 - Pollen Filters for 850 1993-1997, C70 1998-2004, S/V/XC70 1998-2000
- 10116 - Tune up basics for 1976-2000 Volvo models
- 10117 - Pollen Filters S40, V40, V50, C30, C70 2006-2012, S/V/XC70 2001-2012, S80 1999-2012, XC90
- 10118 - Skid plates and belly splash pans
- 10119 - Weathertech cargo mats
- 10120 - Weathertech floor mats
- 10121 - Wiper Identification and replacement
- 10122 - Molded Plastic Floor Mats
- 10123 - Wheel & Tire Terminology
- 10124 - Proper Wheel Removal & Installation
- 10125 - Upsizing Your Volvo Wheels
- 10126 - Tire Rotation & Tread Wear
- 10127 - Wiper arm fix for 850 models
- 10128 - Volvo OEM Wheel Cross Reference
- 10129 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 850 Sedan (Saloon)
- 10130 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 850 Station Wagon (Estate)
- 10131 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2003-2006 XC90
- 10132 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2004.5-2007 S40
- 10133 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2005-2007 V50
- 10134 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2006-2010 C70
- 10135 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2007-2012 XC90
- 10136 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2008-2012 S40
- 10137 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2008-2012 V50
- 10138 - Taillight Bulb Guide - C30
- 10139 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 1999-2003 S80
- 10140 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P2 V70 XC70 2001-2007
- 10141 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P80 C70 1998-2004
- 10142 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P80 V70 1998-2000
- 10143 - Taillight Bulb Guide - 2000-2004 S40
- 10144 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P2 S60 2001-2009
- 10145 - Taillight Bulb Guide - S70
- 10146 - Taillight Bulb Guide - V40
- 10147 - Vintage Tune Up Kits
- 10148 - Tune Up Basics for Volvo 200, 700, and 900 with 4 cylinder engines from 1976-1995
- 10149 - Tune Up Talk for 2001-newer Volvo models
- 10150 - P80 Tune Up Talk - 850 S70 V70 C70
- 10151 - Front Bulb Guide - 240 1986-1993
- 10152 - Front Bulb Guide - 740 760 1983-1987
- 10153 - Front Bulb Guide - 760 940 960 With Foglamp
- 10154 - Front bulb Guide - 960 S90 V90 1995-1998
- 10155 - Front Bulb Guide - 850 1994-1997
- 10156 - Front Bulb Guide - S40 V40 2000-2004
- 10157 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 S60R V70R 2004-2007
- 10158 - Front Bulb Guide - P80 S70 V70 C70
- 10159 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 S60 with Halogen Headlamps 2001-2004
- 10160 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 V70 XC70 with Halogen Headlamps 2001-2004
- 10161 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 S60 with Halogen Headlamps 2005-2009
- 10162 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 S80 with Halogen Headlamps 1999-2006
- 10163 - Front Bulb Guide - P2 V70 XC70 with Halogen Headlamps 2005-2007
- 10164 - Front Bulb Guide - P1 S40 (2004½-2007), V50 (2005-2007) with Halogen Headlamps
- 10165 - Front Bulb Guide - C30 With Halogen Headlamps 2007-2009
- 10166 - Front Bulb Guide - P1 C70 2007-2009 with Halogen Headlamps
- 10167 - Halogen Bulb Comparison Video
- 10168 - Shock Options Overview
- 10169 - Performance Shock Options
- 10170 - ipd Volvo Service Light Reset 1996-2000 850/70 series Volvo models
- 10171 - ipd Volvo Service Light Reset 2002-07 V70/XC70/S80 2002-09 S60 2005- S40/V50/C30/C70
- 10172 - ipd Volvo Service Light Reset Procedure 2011- S60, 2007-S80, 2008-V70/XC70, 2010-XC60
- 10173 - Fuel Door Hinge Repair
- 10174 - 850 Odometer Gear Replacement
- 10175 - 850 Instrument Cluster Bulb Replacement
- 10176 - Volvo TF80 (AWF21) Transmission Issues
- 10177 - 10 Frequent Fixes for 850/70 Series
- 10178 - Volvo Axles and CV Joint Overview and Common Failures
- 10179 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P3 S80 2007-2013
- 10180 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P3 XC70
- 10181 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P3 V70 2008-2010
- 10182 - Taillight Bulb Guide - P3 S60
- 10183 - Taillight Bulb Guide - XC60
- 10184 - Common Problems with the P2 Chassis
- 10185 - Axle Ping. Yeah, it's a Thing.
