Over time, countless thousands of ignition cycles cause ignition coils to wear out and degrade. This wear is often the cause of misfires and poor ignition. Even though easily replaceable, ignition...
A properly functioning fuel pressure sensor is an essential component in the overall function of your P2 chassis Volvo. If you have a P2 chassis Volvo and are unfamiliar with this fuel pressure sensor, you should and will become familiar as they require regular replacement. As mentioned above,...
The Los Angeles Auto Show is in full swing, and there's been some big news. The new Porsche 911 992 has been unveiled, Audi showcased a beautiful new electric GT Concept, and Volvo brought...well nothing. But that's actually a good thing. Auto shows are, quite literally a time and place for...
We all know Volvo makes some of the safest cars imaginable. They've been nicknamed "turbobricks" for a reason. But you might not know them as innovators in the field of car sharing. And no, I'm not talking about ride sharing like an Uber or Lyft. Last year, Volvo took it upon themselves to...
Though the styling may be questionable, side marker lights are actually required by law here in the United States. If your side marker lights have gone out, separated, or are just falling apart, a few minutes is all it takes to prevent a ticket or worse, an accident. Tools needed to complete...
Simply put, I have suffered a major setback on the Volvo V70R. One of my cars rolled out of my garage, down a steep incline (my driveway), straight into my Volvo V70R. The Subaru community is known for being very close knit. This is my story of how the Volvo community is even better. I have...
Welcome to Really Quick Product Reviews, a new series where members of the FCP Euro staff quickly review key parts and kits in our catalog. This week, Volvo Catalog Manager Jay Van Gorden walks us through a Volvo Oil Pan Kit. One of the most common things we see on Volvo P2 chassis, both the...
Volvo Product Manager Jay VanGorden is here to show our the timing cover seal kit that he personally assembled for his 4.4L V8. The timing cover on this particular engine is notoriously prone to leaks, so it's important to ensure that all of your seals, gaskets, and hoses are in good condition....
I recently stumbled upon a YouTube video of a violent crash between a 2008-2016 Volvo XC70 wagon and a transport truck traveling at full speed. Miraculously, the driver of the Volvo was okay. You hear these kinds of stories time and time again with Volvos, but why? Watching that, it's...
Bring a Trailer has been a wonderful waste of time during my lunch hours. When I need a break from the every day grind, I pop open BAT and look at cars I can't normally afford. But recently, a low-priced gem came across the site that I actually could afford— a 1990 Volvo 740 Wagon with a 16V...
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