Volvo V50 tips & tricks

EGR valve cleaning PSA 2.0 diesel

307, 308, 407, 508, 607, 807, C-Max, C4, C5, C70, C8, Citroën, Expert, Fiat, Focus, Ford, Galaxy, II (2002-2011), II (2005-2009), II (2006-), II (2006-), II (2006-), II (2007-), III (2007-), Jumpy / Dispatch, Kuga, Lancia, MK1 (2003-2010), MK2 (2004-2011), MK2 (2006-), MK4 (2007-2014), Mondeo, Peugeot, Phedra, S-Max, S40, S80, Scudo, Ulysse, V70/XC70, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

EGR valve in 2.0HDi (Peugeot Citroen), 2.0TDCi (Ford) and 2.0D (Volvo) engine is responsible for emission, shorter engine warm up time, smoother turning off and VNT turbocharger spool down on idle. EGR valve cleaning when it’s clogged with soot and can not close as should or even get stuck can help with engine work issues. You should take care of your EGR valve, clean it and don’t blank it.

Volvo empty button activation

II (2006-), II (2010-), II (2012-), III (2007-), S40, S60, S80, V40, V60, V70/XC70, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50, Volvo V60 1st generation (2011–2018), XC60

Activate Volvo empty button in your car and use it for garage door opener (clicker), additional security device, hands-free bluetooth device or any other electronic or tuning gadget.
Extra button in your dome light can be enabled within 60 minutes, you don’t need diagnostic interface.

Replace Volvo cabin air filter

C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

How to change Volvo cabin air filter in C30, S40, V50, C70. This procedure is a part or regular maintenance service and should be performed every year.

Volvo fuses location C30 S40 V50 C70

C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

Volvo fuses location in C30, S40, V50, C70 cars. They are located under the dashboard on the passenger side, second fusebox is under the hood.
Checking for blown fuses is the first diagnostic step when troubleshooting electric and electronic systems issues.

HDi TDCi D 2.0 diesel throttle body cleaning (Peugeot Volvo Ford Citroen)

Diesel throttle body cleaning 2.0 HDi TDCi D

307, 308, 407, 508, 607, 807, C-Max, C4, C5, C70, C8, Citroën, Expert, Fiat, Focus, Ford, Galaxy, II (2002-2011), II (2005-2009), II (2006-), II (2006-), II (2006-), II (2007-), III (2007-), Jumpy / Dispatch, Kuga, Lancia, MK1 (2003-2010), MK2 (2004-2011), MK2 (2006-), MK4 (2007-2014), Mondeo, Peugeot, Phedra, S-Max, S40, S80, Scudo, Ulysse, V70/XC70, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

Diesel throttle body cleaning in 136PS 2.0l diesel engines Volvo 2.0D, Ford 2.0TDCi (136PS & 140PS), Peugeot & Citroen 2.0HDi from oil and carbon deposits. Inspect intake manifold, clean intake air temperature sensor (IAT) and manifold absolute pressure sensor (MAP), make your diesel engine more responsive to acceleration pedal.

Oil and carbon deposits in throttle body may cause engine to loose power, rough acceleration, smoking while accelerating, problems with starting the engine and shaking when turning it off.

Volvo projector lens cleaning (V50 S40 C30 C70)

C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

How to disassemble and clean headlights projector lens in Volvo V50, S40, C30 & C70 vehicles. Volvo projector lens cleaning will give you better light quality and increased beam range in your car.

Volvo DPF check (diesel particle filter)

C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50

In you Volvo DPF check will tell you if your car is equipped with diesel particle filter. This device is installed in modern diesel engines to reduce air pollution but can cause issues with engine performance. Volvos with 1.6D, 2.0D, D2, D3, D4, D5 diesel engines were equipped with DPF based on the destination market and current emission restrictions.

There are three ways to check for DPF in your car.

Volvo hidden menu and DTC check

C70, I (1998-2006), I (2000 - 2009), I (2002-2014), II (1999-2007), II (2005-2009), S40, S60, S80, V70/XC70, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50, XC90

Check the Volvo hidden menu for DTC (diagnostic trouble codes) in your car electronic modules. This will help you with troubleshooting fault before connecting to diagnostic interface like VIDA DICE.

Also if your check engine indicator is on, you can quickly find out which module is causing this and is it safe to continue to travel.

Volvo waterfall console disassembly C30, S40, V50, C70

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Volvo waterfall console can be easily disassembled with ICM and CCM. If your aluminum center console is scratched or have dents you can replace it with fresh one. We recommend to use plastic version and wrapping it with vinyl that fits your cars interior.

Serivce reset Volvo C30 S40 V50 C70 S60 S80 V70 XV70

Volvo reset service reminder indicator

C70, I (1995-2004), I (1995-2004), I (1996-2000), I (1997-2005), I (1998-2006), I (2000 - 2009), I (2002-2014), II (1999-2007), II (2005-2009), II (2006-), II (2010-), II (2012-), III (2007-), S40, S60, S80, V40, V60, V70/XC70, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50, XC60, XC90

Most modern Volvo reset service reminder procedure looks the same. After changing oil, filters and inspecting safety systems in your Volvo, you can easily reset service reminder indicator or message with a simple button combination.