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Oil Filters. [Editor] Use only Mann or Volvo OEM filters in your car. Do not use Fram, Wix, STP or any discount house generics: they lack either quality filtering media or a working anti-drainback valve. Buy Mann/OEM filters from:
Bosch Parts Finder. BoschUSA has an online parts list for all vehicles using Bosch parts: the link is Bosch Parts Finder.
Used Parts Sources. [Tip from Steve] To determine which parts can be used from different model years of 700 and 900 cars, the salvage yards use a book called the Hollander Interchange manual for auto parts. See their website at http://www.hollander-auto-parts.com/. Ask the yard for it as it is expensive. US Parts Finders:
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Source of Rebuilt AMM. [Response 1:] Injection Labs in Gardnerville, Nevada remanufactures air mass meters for Volvos. Both my '89 and '90 240DL Wagons are running with their AMM's. They will sell direct. Cost was approximately $150.00 U.S. each (as of April '98). Telephone number is 702-782-8544. Speak to Kevin. Website: http://www.pagekeeper.com/nv/injectionlabs/ [Response 2:] About 18 months ago, I replaced the AMM on my '89 240DL with a re-built unit from the following company: Injection Labs, 1436 Industrial Way, UnitC, Gardnerville, Nevada, 89410, Tel: 702-782-8544 Fax: 702-782-3481. My unit failed after 15 months and my supplier told me that it had a only a one year warranty. I called Injection Labs directly and spoke to Kevin. He was very helpful and he sent me a replacement right away (no charge). I returned the defective unit. My wife's '90 240 now needs a new AMM. I called Injection Labs and asked if they sell direct, which they will. Kevin quoted me $150.00 U.S., exchange. A failed ECU forces you to choose among a new, rebuilt or recycled unit. My preliminary discussions with other list members and my mechanics has steered me into getting a rebuilt for longevity and peace of mind. The Bosch ECUs do deteriorate over time and rebuilders rectify the problems. Most will warrant the unit for two to four years or for your ownership of the vehicle. A new unit can cost between $800 and $1500 through Volvo dealers or aftermarket resellers of Bosch components. For a rebuilt unit, your first option is to go through the Volvo dealer or contact an independent rebuilder. Independent rebuilders for rebuilt ECUs are listed along with warranties (if known) in Engine: FIComputer. Source of Rebuilt Power Steering Racks.
Sources of Aftermarket Air Conditioning Parts. [Inquiry] I need a new evaporator for my 960. The unit in the car reads Harrison France. Where can I obtain one less expensive than Volvo OEM?
Source of Rebuilt Air Conditioning Compressors. Automotive Air Remanufacturing (407-265-3100) at http://www.autoaircompressors.com. Sources of Body Panels and Trim. [Inquiry] [Response: Stoney] US Importer for Veng Body Parts. Please try this company: ERIK VENG USA INC. Go to the website http://www.vw-parts.com/home.en.html and get part # and then call/fax Veng USA [Tip from Gary Innes] Do yourselves a BIG favor and obtain the catalog from the Gardner-Westcott Co. of Northville, Michigan; 800-521-9805. (http://www.gardner-westcott.com/) They stock standard/metric, chrome/stainless, automotive/hydraulic, grades five/eight and NINE!!! Grade NINE is what we all should be using for head bolts and rod nuts when we rebuild our precious Swedish power-plants!!! Best of all, for us home mechanics--NO MINIMUM ORDER!!! You can order one dollars' worth!!! This sets them apart from firms like MSC, where you must get 50 or 100 of an item. I'm sure that they can ship across The Pond. Their telephone people are always courteous and efficient; shipment is quick; I can't say enough about them. Secret Check Digit. The secret Volvo formula for a check digit is as follows: 1212121 - the next whole number divided by 10. Example 6 6 0 8 2 8 multiply each digit, digit by digit, by: 1 2 1 2 1 2 equals: 6 12 0 16 2 16 Then add the resulting digits as: 6+1+2+0+1+6+2+1+6 =25 and subtract from the next closest number divisable by 10 and the remainder is your check digit (5). Hope this helps - I worked at a Volvo dealer for 18-years and found that the Volvo check digit always kept you from accidentally ordering the wrong part (did not keep Volvo from sending the wrong part). Knowing the formula allowed me to order parts that I read about in non-U.S. bulletins. Volvo Maintenance FAQ for 7xx/9xx/90 Cars |