Robert, ya know, the most amazing part of these videos is that you are probably right handed, you work with your left hand, and continue a coherent monologue describing what you are doing. The amount of time you’ve saved me by providing these demonstrations, and your generally good nature. Bless you!
Hi Robert. I just wanted to thank you for your dedication to keeping these vehicles on the road. I recently joined the Volvo community with a 344k mile 850 turbo. I was getting strange oil leaks after driving it for a week and this ended up being the issue. I was able to replace the system and keep this thing on the road as my A to B car. Thanks.
I saw a red metallic 760 Turbo sitting in front of the coffee shop today. It was beautiful, not a scratch or a ding on it. The driver's side power window was stuck down but the rest looked cherry, literally. I wish I had room in the garage.
Just finished this job on my '96 850 turbo wagon. After the job was complete up I still had problems (inflating glove from crankcase, smoke from dipstick) which were fixed by doing a thorough cleaning of the PTC valve. This video helped a bunch - thanks Robert.
I've been trying to find this video all week!!!!! Thanks for re- posting it!!!!! Can you please post the link for the PCV mod? I REALLY need to do this for my car ASAP!!!!! Thanks again for all you do... YOU ARE THE MAN!!!!! 👍👍👍😀
@@RobertDIY ever post that mod video for the copper piping? Looks simple enough but if there's a video to save a bit of trial and error potentially then might as well look into it.
These systems are designed to clog to sell more servicing. I use 3/4" Braided hose. Expensive but tougher than it'll ever need to be and because it's bigger than the factory 3/8" doens't clog. The smaller one I do in 8mm which again is 4 times the diam, so you'll struggle to clog as well.
Hi Robert, at 13:16 you are showing the valve cover with the oil bath on top. I'm pretty that is not normal. I actually have the same problem here. I think that is the reason why the oil usage is a bit high. Could it be that the PCV system needs to get serviced or is it something else?
Hi Robert & Adrian - I attempted a PCV service on my '00 V70 and it was not easier - it has a banjo bolt with two coolant hoses attached to the manifold, which needs to be removed and cleaned. Did you make a video of how to clean this? - some sites say that it's easier to access it by loosening the alternator than the manifold. What is your opinion ? www.volvoxc.com/0/resources/how-to/pdf/crankcase-ventilation-system-cleaning%20Method.pdf
A tip for releasing fuel pressure: Before you get started with anything else, pull the fuse for the fuel pump and start the car. After the engine dies, crank it once or twice more. Voila! Fuel pressure is almost gone. Still a good idea to depress the Schraeder valve with a rag underneath, but it won't be much fuel left in the system.
Hi Robert, Thank you for the video on replacement of the PCV system (Kit). I followed instructions to the T and I also watched your video on post PCV problems. My car doesn't sound right after I completed the PCV replacement. My 1995 Volvo 850 turbo (152,000mi) ran perfectly before the PCV replacement except for the carbon exhaust smell in the cabin. I will check the bolt and bracket on the manifold to see if I am getting air in there. I have to keep my foot on the gas peddle and even at that something in the engine has a popping sound or missing sound. I thought it was the spark plug wires loose or broken since I pulled two and the installation came off so I replaced all the wires with new ones. It still has the same popping sound when revved up and I cant keep an idle. The car just dies. I'm at my wit's end however, I am not giving up. Next day I'm off work (next) Monday I will look into your post PCV problems in detail. The throttle is working so I know its not that. Thanks for any feedback.
I did the PCV system replacement. Had some issue especially with the throttle and vacuum hoses. I have a 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo and I want a GOOD vacuum schematic to check my vacuum hoses. I need to know what this vacuum is called because I don't see a hose that attaches to this hard plastic tube that goes to the front of EGR and under the side of the radiator fan (attached to side of the fan). A round rubber holder holds the vacuum there, There is a nipple on the other side and it does suck air when running. Does that hard plastic hose connect on that nipple? I may have lost the rubber connector to that nipple and hard plastic vacuum tube. What size rubber connector is that to connect the two together. I have looked online for good vacuum hoses pictures for my car. Also, does this cause hard brakes when under 1RPM? Seems normal braking on acceleration above 1RPM. The throttle was adjusted like your video. Thank you
thanks Robert for your response but definitely I will find out if there is code... the other problem I have is my speedometer it comes on and off I was thinking of changing speed sensor what you think
I used a silicone radiator hose to do this, still holding up about 40,000 miles later. The hose is plenty stiff enough to not collapse under the tiny amount of vacuum the PCV system should have.
Robert DIY Yes, no doubt! I tried using PVC, which did work, but was a major pain. I also though about installing a pressure relief valve (already have several 1PSI valves - and even some 0.1PSI valves - basically just check valves) but can't bring myself to do it for some reason. They would simply vent to atmosphere in case the pressure pulsed too high.
thanks to mr Robert. I'm gratefulI appreciate his efforts for those tutorial videowith his videos i managed to replace the head motor cylinder of my 960 1994 volvo engine. i followed his instruction step by step and just simply succededthanks again.
If you undo the fuel line “mounts” one is held by a t25 on the cam cover, one by a 10 behind the engine, you can pull and swing the fuel rail over the top of the engine without spilling/wasting any fuel
Finally getting around to doing a pcv on my 96 r, and it’s taking me so damn long lol. I can’t help but want to clean every grimy part until it’s shining turning typical 2 hour jobs into 8+ hour jobs hahaha
Correct. You can do it that way. However, you're now removing the fuel rail from the intake manifold along with unplugging all the fuel injectors which risk more issues than simply leaving the rail in the intake manifold.
Hi Robert, thanks for putting out this useful info about Volvo's! I bought a 97' 850 GLT wagon about 4 months ago. It had the PCV done by a Volvo enthusiast mechanic not long before I got it. I did the glove test and it sucks the glove in on idle but if I rev the engine it will inflate the glove and then suck it back in when it returns to idle. Is this normal? Thanks once again.
Just finished this job on my ‘98 V70 T5. I also changed my EVAP hoses, check valves, and purge valve. Car is now cutting out under boost and stalling in Neutral! Any idea what might be causing this?? I’m guessing a vacuum hose or fuel line came loose somewhere but I’m not sure how to determine which one Very concerned I’ve killed my car :( love the channel, btw! Thanks for all the helpful info
Robert DIY super fast reply!! Thanks so much. I think I’m going to sign up to be a patron once I get my next paycheck. I’ve owned this car for only a month and I’ve already learned a ton from watching your content I think I find the problem though hahaha Upper inter cooler pipe became completely disconnected. I must not have tightened the clamp enough. Fingers crossed that I tightened all the PCV clamps enough... 🤞
Dam, that was a task and a half, well done robert :-D When you were getting the muck out with a cable tie, i was thinking of a nail with a large head, the monster nail type. That looked a bloody pain in the arse with only one hand free :-(, a large crocodile clip like used on electric welders and a screw attached may allow the camera to be clamped to any metal support, leaving both hands free, just a silly thought :-). Or one of those plastic gripping clamps you can get from most places.
+Robert DIY lol you must love torture, i would have thought once was one too many times :-D A selfie stick, ive seen people walking around with those, and dont they look like an arsehole with it in the air, if they had a brain cell they would be dangerous lol. Can you tell i dont approve of them :-D
+Robert DIY Much more sensible, tripods are very handy :-). Sorry robert, i do find the world is getting dafter every second, im just not the sort to be brain washed lol. i suspect your similar to me in that way.
What kind of wear would cause the engine to fail the glove test? And how bad an issue would it be? My S70 is failing the glove test, and there's smoke coming out of the dipstick shaft. But a volvo mechanic that serviced the car for the previous owner said he recently did the PCV system, and he showed me putting a vacuum gauge on the dip stick shaft, and said if the PCV was having issues "it would be going nuts". He was in a rush so I couldn't get many details. But any theory on what else could cause it to fail the glove test?
Hey robert, back again. I have to do a PCV replacement soon, and I have no record indicating when the timing belt was last done on this car. Is that something that can be taken care of at home or should i leave it to a more experienced mechanic?
thanks for the videos Robert... I have 97 volvo 850 glt turbo ... the symptoms are positive clogged on pcv base on the symptoms you've shown dip stick smoking and gloves inflated on the oil filling port. I actually waiting for my kit to replace that pcv system. My question is when I come to stop from driving I feel and head this kind of reving noise and vibration and it stops after 3 to 5 secs is this due to clogged pcv system? or is it other system failing? thanks for your input.
Great video. I followed your instructions and built my own copper PCV piping from the oil box to the PTC valve/turbo and was wondering if the hose from the oil box to the top of the engine could be replaced with 3/8” copper if I could get the bends correct?
What’s going on Robert, I been having problems with the oil leak and I did your tests and the I knew it was the pcv system and I heard air but could never find the leak so as I taking it off the smaller hose was broken in two but never could see it so should I just replace the hose or the whole system? Thanks
Hey Robert...getting ready to replace a PCV Breather box on an 1997 non-Turbo Volvo 850. Having watched all your videos, I think I can get it done. If you had one piece of advice for making the effort a success...what might it be? Also, need to purchase the kit for the project and assume that they differ between a turbo model and a non turbo? If you have a kit preference you could share...that would be awesome. Also saw you sporting a Pittsburgh Steelers cap in several videos...hailing from "The Burgh" myself, all I can say is "Here we Go!"
THis system was not designed with maintenance in mind! I can still recall the pain of this job a few years ago, well I didn't learn any lessons and now have two "new" cars that need this badly, a 850 T5 and an early V70 2.5, are they basically the same?
So I did the pcv replacement on my 98 v70 XC. The video worked great. I think I messed up somewhere though. Now when I run the car at Idle it sputters and pops. Runs really rough. I'm assuming I missed a vacuum line somewhere. I did notice when I put the oil trap on the bolt on the left did not want to tighten down. I'm worried it may be stripped.
Thank you. That video was helpful. I'm going to tackle the problem when I'm off Saturday. I did end up taking my fuel injectors out and I didn't change the rings on them. The kit came with them though. Thats another thing I will do.
Hello Robert, I recently purchased a 2010 s40 2.5l T5.... My sunroof drains were clogged leading to water intrusion in rear floorboards.. My radio/ac waterfall center stack isn't getting power at all. I've checked all relays and fuses... Any ideas
I have a question, I looked at a used volvo today 2011 c70 with the 2.5 turbo. After taking the car for a long test drive when the car was shut off I went to look at the oil on the dip stick and there was a lot of smoke coming out of the dipstick tube .would that indicate that the pcv system needs to be serviced
Hi Robert ! I check today my volvo v70 turbo 1998, my pcv vent hose are crack...is that the problem with glow test not pass,mayby pcv box is OK ! What you think ?
as always, very helpfull vid! One question though, you can pull out the oildipstick with still all the oil in the oilpan? I replaced my oil+filter + the coolinghoose from the oilcooler (thx to your vid also, but what a pain to reach those bolts!) and i don't want to change the oil again :)
Huh? I don't understand your question. The oil dip stick tube hole is higher than the oil level in the pan. These are STEP BY STEP instructions. If you need to drain the fuel tank, I'll say, "You need to drain the fuel tank."
Thank you very much Robert, for such helpful videos. I just last week got my very first Volvo, an '03 S40 with 185K miles ;). Do these PCV symptoms and solutions apply to '03 S40 as well? I'm just lovin this car but started getting rough idles at cold starts but go away once its warmed up. I now got the CEL warning on my dash, BOSCH Enhanced OBD1 & 2 Scanner pulled 3 codes; 1) P0172 - Bank 1 System Too Rich - CONFIRMED, 2) P0173- Bank 1 System Too Lean - PENDING, and 3) 0025 Long-term Fuel Trim. No smoke observed from the oil dipstick but "glove test" inflates at the oil filler. Any help would be much appreciated :)
Hi. I have a 850 from 1996 non turbo and I don't have the pipe that goes to the top of the cylinder head. My system is blocked but unable to find a kit that doesn't have the pipe to the top. My engine number is 723590. Thank you for the video on how to find out this problem
not that I know Robert, this vibration is all way to the back while on stop. anyway the head was just rebuild and engine run great. what is the symptoms of clogged pcv in regard to driving the car I mean what kind problem I'll feel while driving with clogged pcv
The title says '96, '97, and '99- I have a '00 V70R and I'm wondering if the process is any different? I believe my head gasket is blown too, so I'm not driving the car until I can fix it. I plan to do the head gasket, water pump and timing, and PCV at the same time, if possible, perhaps even the throttle sensor (mine is bad) since it would be easier with the intake manifold out of the way.
I have seen you videos and they are really helpful. I have recently bought a 2000 volvo s40 and I was reading around on how to reset the ECU. I'm thinking about doing it so the car starts learning my way of driving. Would you say that it's a good idea?
I let my 97 850 turbo sit for 2 years and now it smokes like crazy.. it smoked a little after idling at lights for 2 mins before I parked it... Now its like a smoke stack coming out. I had a craigslist mechanic look at it told me pcv was bad.. Can I use this cheap URO kit I found on amazon? Has 180k miles.. Mechanic said turbo might be shot.. Do the turbo's go bad on these after a while? Thanks man
Thanks for responding, I see only wires connecting each injector (removable), and one fuel line on the left (17mm) providing the fuel for the rail, mine is s70 98, none turbo (reg. gas), so I don"t see this line going under the rail (8:21m of your video). Unless I"am missing something? btw this 17mm fuel connector, does it need some Teflon tape or anything upon reconnecting?
Hey Robert. I just can't figure out what's cause coolant into the tranny. Dip stick will keep changing color to vocation chocolate milk. Oil is new and same new color. Coolant is new color.
Iv never had that much fuel come out when I've bled the rail, gunna check the fuel pump connection to the pipe inside the tank. Seems at the moment to be taking longer than usual to prime the rail when I turn the key and low pressure when I checked it after prime.
Yes sir, it comes off of the throttle body tube. It usually isn't clogged for some reason. Usually just the flame trap. I'll post a video next time I see one.
hey Robert, I have a 1997 Volvo 850 base model with 56,480 miles, I was driving the car then the automatic transmission went out of gear and I couldn't get it into any gear. it seamed to be slipping because if I gave it enough throttle it would move forward, I managed to limp home but getting it up the driveway made it start to smoke. please help, I'm only 16 and this is my only car and I don't have the money for another car, what should I do?
I'll try again. I couldn't manage to get it in between the box and the fixture to the left of it. Thanks for the quick reply. You're easily my favorite TH-camr.
Thanks Robert, just did the job for the first time. Right after the job, car starts up with high rpm for a second and shuts off with white smoke out of the back. Do you know what it could be?
Is there any way to flush that system i had a new PVC system put on my 98 s70 turbo 3 years ago and its stopped up already why would these systems stop up so fast?
Poor quality oil or short driving trips usually causes them to get clogged up. When oil doesn't reach full operating temp weekly, condensation will build up in the system.
Yes sir definitely clogged it blows the glove up like a balloon and i use mobile 1 5w30 i do also put a quart of the lucus oil stabilizer in every oil change. Do you have to take all that stuff apart to clean it?
+Avery Puls (FlashGaming) I'll have to check on shipping. Let me get one boxed up and see what they will charge for that. Send me an email or text message to remind me in a few days.
Do you make the copper pipes for n/a models? I'll be replacing the PCV on my 96' 850 later this year, and this would be a great addition to have. Let me know how much you would like for it. I'll be passing through Albuquerque later next month, so maybe we could meet up to say hi and that would also avoid the expensive shipping.
Hey Rob! I currently run a 97 Volvo S70 and i need to do the PCV system. I have looked at so many places online and i cannot find a kit that would fit my car (saying this as i am unsure if newer model kits would fit) could you help me out here? my engine is a 2.0 NA 10 valve. ps: i live in norway, so it would need to be able to ship it over here :) Love your content, has helped me a lot!
I have tried contacting the dealer but never got a hold of them sadly. That is what im unsure about, since i can only find the oil trap for the 97 model but not everything else, do you think that the 98 model ones are the same since i can only find kits that would fit 98 and up?
Hey Robert, can you buy a 2007 Volvo XC70 ? LOL im kinda joking but I wish you had one and made some videos ! I sold my 1997 850 that you helped me keep running with your great videos. Thanks !
I've been putting this off for SO long. The amount of time this will take for me to complete is off putting and the price to have someone else do it is even worse.
@@RobertDIY, I seemed to have broken the small (inner) white vacuum tube under the intake on left side... Is that really worth replacing or repairing..? (I messaged the pic on Facebook)
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Robert, ya know, the most amazing part of these videos is that you are probably right handed, you work with your left hand, and continue a coherent monologue describing what you are doing. The amount of time you’ve saved me by providing these demonstrations, and your generally good nature. Bless you!
Yep. You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
Hi Robert. I just wanted to thank you for your dedication to keeping these vehicles on the road. I recently joined the Volvo community with a 344k mile 850 turbo. I was getting strange oil leaks after driving it for a week and this ended up being the issue. I was able to replace the system and keep this thing on the road as my A to B car. Thanks.
You are welcome.
I saw a red metallic 760 Turbo sitting in front of the coffee shop today. It was beautiful, not a scratch or a ding on it. The driver's side power window was stuck down but the rest looked cherry, literally. I wish I had room in the garage.
+John Ferguson wow.
Just finished this job on my '96 850 turbo wagon. After the job was complete up I still had problems (inflating glove from crankcase, smoke from dipstick) which were fixed by doing a thorough cleaning of the PTC valve. This video helped a bunch - thanks Robert.
The main problem with these systems are busted hoses and clogs.
Found this gem of a video after searching for a while thanks Robert !!!! Will be attempting this next weekend or the weekend after
Hope it works out for you
I've been trying to find this video all week!!!!! Thanks for re- posting it!!!!! Can you please post the link for the PCV mod? I REALLY need to do this for my car ASAP!!!!! Thanks again for all you do... YOU ARE THE MAN!!!!! 👍👍👍😀
+Ron Scott I'll do a better mod video soon.
@@RobertDIY ever post that mod video for the copper piping? Looks simple enough but if there's a video to save a bit of trial and error potentially then might as well look into it.
These systems are designed to clog to sell more servicing. I use 3/4" Braided hose. Expensive but tougher than it'll ever need to be and because it's bigger than the factory 3/8" doens't clog. The smaller one I do in 8mm which again is 4 times the diam, so you'll struggle to clog as well.
Interesting
Are you talking about the two copper lines in the video? What do you do for fittings?
Hi Robert, at 13:16 you are showing the valve cover with the oil bath on top. I'm pretty that is not normal. I actually have the same problem here. I think that is the reason why the oil usage is a bit high. Could it be that the PCV system needs to get serviced or is it something else?
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Very informative video. I will probably do this on our 99 V70 na this summer. Thanks Robert!
+Adrian Kingsley-Hughes That should be easier.
Hi Robert & Adrian - I attempted a PCV service on my '00 V70 and it was not easier - it has a banjo bolt with two coolant hoses attached to the manifold, which needs to be removed and cleaned. Did you make a video of how to clean this? - some sites say that it's easier to access it by loosening the alternator than the manifold. What is your opinion ?
www.volvoxc.com/0/resources/how-to/pdf/crankcase-ventilation-system-cleaning%20Method.pdf
I loosen the manifold. It's a lot tougher on the turbo cars.
A tip for releasing fuel pressure:
Before you get started with anything else, pull the fuse for the fuel pump and start the car. After the engine dies, crank it once or twice more. Voila! Fuel pressure is almost gone. Still a good idea to depress the Schraeder valve with a rag underneath, but it won't be much fuel left in the system.
thanks for sharing.
Hi Robert, Thank you for the video on replacement of the PCV system (Kit). I followed instructions to the T and I also watched your video on post PCV problems. My car doesn't sound right after I completed the PCV replacement. My 1995 Volvo 850 turbo (152,000mi) ran perfectly before the PCV replacement except for the carbon exhaust smell in the cabin. I will check the bolt and bracket on the manifold to see if I am getting air in there. I have to keep my foot on the gas peddle and even at that something in the engine has a popping sound or missing sound. I thought it was the spark plug wires loose or broken since I pulled two and the installation came off so I replaced all the wires with new ones. It still has the same popping sound when revved up and I cant keep an idle. The car just dies. I'm at my wit's end however, I am not giving up. Next day I'm off work (next) Monday I will look into your post PCV problems in detail. The throttle is working so I know its not that. Thanks for any feedback.
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I did the PCV system replacement. Had some issue especially with the throttle and vacuum hoses. I have a 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo and I want a GOOD vacuum schematic to check my vacuum hoses. I need to know what this vacuum is called because I don't see a hose that attaches to this hard plastic tube that goes to the front of EGR and under the side of the radiator fan (attached to side of the fan). A round rubber holder holds the vacuum there, There is a nipple on the other side and it does suck air when running. Does that hard plastic hose connect on that nipple? I may have lost the rubber connector to that nipple and hard plastic vacuum tube. What size rubber connector is that to connect the two together. I have looked online for good vacuum hoses pictures for my car. Also, does this cause hard brakes when under 1RPM? Seems normal braking on acceleration above 1RPM. The throttle was adjusted like your video. Thank you
thanks Robert for your response but definitely I will find out if there is code... the other problem I have is my speedometer it comes on and off I was thinking of changing speed sensor what you think
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Nicely detailed video, Robert. You need a tripod
My PCV is original on my T5 at 263k Miles.
Ok
I used a silicone radiator hose to do this, still holding up about 40,000 miles later. The hose is plenty stiff enough to not collapse under the tiny amount of vacuum the PCV system should have.
+looncraz the hard part about using other hoses is preventing kinks.
Robert DIY Yes, no doubt! I tried using PVC, which did work, but was a major pain.
I also though about installing a pressure relief valve (already have several 1PSI valves - and even some 0.1PSI valves - basically just check valves) but can't bring myself to do it for some reason. They would simply vent to atmosphere in case the pressure pulsed too high.
thanks to mr Robert. I'm gratefulI appreciate his efforts for those tutorial videowith his videos i managed to replace the head motor cylinder of my 960 1994 volvo engine. i followed his instruction step by step and just simply succededthanks again.
+khald khmayse Wonderful news to read. Thank you for watching, glad it helped.
If you undo the fuel line “mounts” one is held by a t25 on the cam cover, one by a 10 behind the engine, you can pull and swing the fuel rail over the top of the engine without spilling/wasting any fuel
Finally getting around to doing a pcv on my 96 r, and it’s taking me so damn long lol. I can’t help but want to clean every grimy part until it’s shining turning typical 2 hour jobs into 8+ hour jobs hahaha
Correct. You can do it that way. However, you're now removing the fuel rail from the intake manifold along with unplugging all the fuel injectors which risk more issues than simply leaving the rail in the intake manifold.
@@RobertDIY what issues would that risk? A possible torn seal?
Love your videos Robert
thanks
Hi Robert, thanks for putting out this useful info about Volvo's! I bought a 97' 850 GLT wagon about 4 months ago. It had the PCV done by a Volvo enthusiast mechanic not long before I got it. I did the glove test and it sucks the glove in on idle but if I rev the engine it will inflate the glove and then suck it back in when it returns to idle. Is this normal? Thanks once again.
+Michael Barnett I don't know. If it sucks the glove in at all I would not worry about it.
Just finished this job on my ‘98 V70 T5. I also changed my EVAP hoses, check valves, and purge valve. Car is now cutting out under boost and stalling in Neutral! Any idea what might be causing this??
I’m guessing a vacuum hose or fuel line came loose somewhere but I’m not sure how to determine which one
Very concerned I’ve killed my car :(
love the channel, btw! Thanks for all the helpful info
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Robert DIY super fast reply!! Thanks so much. I think I’m going to sign up to be a patron once I get my next paycheck. I’ve owned this car for only a month and I’ve already learned a ton from watching your content
I think I find the problem though hahaha
Upper inter cooler pipe became completely disconnected. I must not have tightened the clamp enough. Fingers crossed that I tightened all the PCV clamps enough... 🤞
Dam, that was a task and a half, well done robert :-D
When you were getting the muck out with a cable tie, i was thinking of a nail with a large head, the monster nail type.
That looked a bloody pain in the arse with only one hand free :-(, a large crocodile clip like used on electric welders and a screw attached may allow the camera to be clamped to any metal support, leaving both hands free, just a silly thought :-).
Or one of those plastic gripping clamps you can get from most places.
+zx8401ztv I now have a selfie stick to hold it for me. I may shoot it again one day.
+Robert DIY
lol you must love torture, i would have thought once was one too many times :-D
A selfie stick, ive seen people walking around with those, and dont they look like an arsehole with it in the air, if they had a brain cell they would be dangerous lol.
Can you tell i dont approve of them :-D
LOL, I use it like a tripod.
+Robert DIY
Much more sensible, tripods are very handy :-).
Sorry robert, i do find the world is getting dafter every second, im just not the sort to be brain washed lol.
i suspect your similar to me in that way.
I usually ignore the rest of the world. lol
What kind of wear would cause the engine to fail the glove test? And how bad an issue would it be? My S70 is failing the glove test, and there's smoke coming out of the dipstick shaft. But a volvo mechanic that serviced the car for the previous owner said he recently did the PCV system, and he showed me putting a vacuum gauge on the dip stick shaft, and said if the PCV was having issues "it would be going nuts". He was in a rush so I couldn't get many details. But any theory on what else could cause it to fail the glove test?
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Hey robert, back again. I have to do a PCV replacement soon, and I have no record indicating when the timing belt was last done on this car. Is that something that can be taken care of at home or should i leave it to a more experienced mechanic?
Do I have a video for that job?
thanks for the videos Robert... I have 97 volvo 850 glt turbo ... the symptoms are positive clogged on pcv base on the symptoms you've shown dip stick smoking and gloves inflated on the oil filling port. I actually waiting for my kit to replace that pcv system. My question is when I come to stop from driving I feel and head this kind of reving noise and vibration and it stops after 3 to 5 secs is this due to clogged pcv system? or is it other system failing? thanks for your input.
+Kevin Tango I don't know. Does the car have any codes?
Great video. I followed your instructions and built my own copper PCV piping from the oil box to the PTC valve/turbo and was wondering if the hose from the oil box to the top of the engine could be replaced with 3/8” copper if I could get the bends correct?
Could I use 5/8” heater hose from the oil box to the top of the engine as well?
The OEM hose going to the top is not an issue.
What’s going on Robert, I been having problems with the oil leak and I did your tests and the I knew it was the pcv system and I heard air but could never find the leak so as I taking it off the smaller hose was broken in two but never could see it so should I just replace the hose or the whole system? Thanks
Start with the hose and retest the oil port.
Hey Robert...getting ready to replace a PCV Breather box on an 1997 non-Turbo Volvo 850. Having watched all your videos, I think I can get it done. If you had one piece of advice for making the effort a success...what might it be? Also, need to purchase the kit for the project and assume that they differ between a turbo model and a non turbo? If you have a kit preference you could share...that would be awesome. Also saw you sporting a Pittsburgh Steelers cap in several videos...hailing from "The Burgh" myself, all I can say is "Here we Go!"
get an OEM kit from FCP. Yes, you need a NON turbo kit. KENNYWOOD!
THis system was not designed with maintenance in mind! I can still recall the pain of this job a few years ago, well I didn't learn any lessons and now have two "new" cars that need this badly, a 850 T5 and an early V70 2.5, are they basically the same?
yes.
As Always you do a Great Job.... Many Thanks
Greg
+Greg Patricio Thanks for watching.
+Greg Patricio Thanks for watching.
So I did the pcv replacement on my 98 v70 XC. The video worked great. I think I messed up somewhere though. Now when I run the car at Idle it sputters and pops. Runs really rough. I'm assuming I missed a vacuum line somewhere. I did notice when I put the oil trap on the bolt on the left did not want to tighten down. I'm worried it may be stripped.
+245biscuits ouch.
+245biscuits th-cam.com/video/G46aNGJM94I/w-d-xo.html
Thank you. That video was helpful. I'm going to tackle the problem when I'm off Saturday. I did end up taking my fuel injectors out and I didn't change the rings on them. The kit came with them though. Thats another thing I will do.
Hello Robert, I recently purchased a 2010 s40 2.5l T5.... My sunroof drains were clogged leading to water intrusion in rear floorboards.. My radio/ac waterfall center stack isn't getting power at all. I've checked all relays and fuses... Any ideas
Sad to say, I have no idea.
I have a question, I looked at a used volvo today 2011 c70 with the 2.5 turbo.
After taking the car for a long test drive when the car was shut off I went to look at the oil on the dip stick and there was a lot of smoke coming out of the dipstick tube .would that indicate that the pcv system needs to be serviced
No. Hot oil will smoke to ambient air.
Hi Robert ! I check today my volvo v70 turbo 1998, my pcv vent hose are crack...is that the problem with glow test not pass,mayby pcv box is OK ! What you think ?
Yes
@@RobertDIY I will try to make one like you...Thank you
as always, very helpfull vid! One question though, you can pull out the oildipstick with still all the oil in the oilpan? I replaced my oil+filter + the coolinghoose from the oilcooler (thx to your vid also, but what a pain to reach those bolts!) and i don't want to change the oil again :)
Huh? I don't understand your question. The oil dip stick tube hole is higher than the oil level in the pan. These are STEP BY STEP instructions. If you need to drain the fuel tank, I'll say, "You need to drain the fuel tank."
thx to clarify! just making sure...
Thank you very much Robert, for such helpful videos. I just last week got my very first Volvo, an '03 S40 with 185K miles ;). Do these PCV symptoms and solutions apply to '03 S40 as well?
I'm just lovin this car but started getting rough idles at cold starts but go away once its warmed up. I now got the CEL warning on my dash, BOSCH Enhanced OBD1 & 2 Scanner pulled 3 codes; 1) P0172 - Bank 1 System Too Rich - CONFIRMED, 2) P0173- Bank 1 System Too Lean - PENDING, and 3) 0025 Long-term Fuel Trim. No smoke observed from the oil dipstick but "glove test" inflates at the oil filler. Any help would be much appreciated :)
Yep.
Vacuum leak somewhere.
I had the too lean/rich codes and it was resolved by capping a vacuum leak on the tree right by the throttle body.
Hi. I have a 850 from 1996 non turbo and I don't have the pipe that goes to the top of the cylinder head. My system is blocked but unable to find a kit that doesn't have the pipe to the top. My engine number is 723590. Thank you for the video on how to find out this problem
+Ashley Lakin maybe your car has a '93 engine in it? Are you sure of the engine number?
+Ashley Lakin th-cam.com/video/oPODaaGhlmI/w-d-xo.html
+Robert DIY hi. Thanks for the video. My number is all covered in gunk at the moment so will have a look at it. Thanks again for the help
You are welcome.
Robert DIY hi again. Just looking again at the code. It's defo 723590 B5252S. I think I'm going to speak to volvo themselves about the PCV kit
not that I know Robert, this vibration is all way to the back while on stop. anyway the head was just rebuild and engine run great. what is the symptoms of clogged pcv in regard to driving the car I mean what kind problem I'll feel while driving with clogged pcv
+Kevin Tango th-cam.com/video/FIRoc0VxLd4/w-d-xo.html
+Kevin Tango probably none.
+Kevin Tango th-cam.com/video/AucWm2zFewo/w-d-xo.html
The title says '96, '97, and '99- I have a '00 V70R and I'm wondering if the process is any different?
I believe my head gasket is blown too, so I'm not driving the car until I can fix it. I plan to do the head gasket, water pump and timing, and PCV at the same time, if possible, perhaps even the throttle sensor (mine is bad) since it would be easier with the intake manifold out of the way.
NO, it say '96, '97 and '98.
Yes it is different.
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I have seen you videos and they are really helpful. I have recently bought a 2000 volvo s40 and I was reading around on how to reset the ECU. I'm thinking about doing it so the car starts learning my way of driving. Would you say that it's a good idea?
+Anti Asko Yes, but I think it will adapt after about 500 miles.
great video's robert. you really should try and get someone to help you or get a tripod.
+Jason Fontaine Mail me one.
I let my 97 850 turbo sit for 2 years and now it smokes like crazy.. it smoked a little after idling at lights for 2 mins before I parked it... Now its like a smoke stack coming out. I had a craigslist mechanic look at it told me pcv was bad.. Can I use this cheap URO kit I found on amazon? Has 180k miles.. Mechanic said turbo might be shot.. Do the turbo's go bad on these after a while? Thanks man
+Dan Nadeau You can use the kit if you want to be replacing it again in a year.
+Dan Nadeau Yes the turbo can be bad if it wasn't taken care of properly.
hey Rob, why do you pop fuel injector rail anyway, could you just leave it in place and just pull it out all together with the intake manifold?
+luktish it has that fuel return line pipped between the rail and manifold.
Thanks for responding, I see only wires connecting each injector (removable), and one fuel line on the left (17mm) providing the fuel for the rail, mine is s70 98, none turbo (reg. gas), so I don"t see this line going under the rail (8:21m of your video). Unless I"am missing something? btw this 17mm fuel connector, does it need some Teflon tape or anything upon reconnecting?
+luktish no.
Hey Robert. I just can't figure out what's cause coolant into the tranny. Dip stick will keep changing color to vocation chocolate milk. Oil is new and same new color. Coolant is new color.
Hard to flush that fluid out.
You are a bad dude Robert! I was gonna do this using high temp silicone tubing, any thoughts?
Get a pipe from a '99+ car.
Iv never had that much fuel come out when I've bled the rail, gunna check the fuel pump connection to the pipe inside the tank. Seems at the moment to be taking longer than usual to prime the rail when I turn the key and low pressure when I checked it after prime.
+Ben th-cam.com/video/NWfLpp8NevI/w-d-xo.html
Does a 96 960 have the PCV SYSTEM. IF SO Where is it ???
Yes sir, it comes off of the throttle body tube. It usually isn't clogged for some reason. Usually just the flame trap. I'll post a video next time I see one.
hey Robert, I have a 1997 Volvo 850 base model with 56,480 miles, I was driving the car then the automatic transmission went out of gear and I couldn't get it into any gear. it seamed to be slipping because if I gave it enough throttle it would move forward, I managed to limp home but getting it up the driveway made it start to smoke. please help, I'm only 16 and this is my only car and I don't have the money for another car, what should I do?
+simp man I don't know how I can help? Is it auto or manual?
it is an automatic, I'm just looking for possible causes like if it's the fluid
Check the level and codes.
How do you get the bolt on the left of the trap box out? I can't fit any tools around anything to get to it...
10mm with an extension.
I'll try again. I couldn't manage to get it in between the box and the fixture to the left of it. Thanks for the quick reply. You're easily my favorite TH-camr.
put your camera phone down there so you can see what you are doing. You also need to push the wire aside.
Does anyone know if a can put a rubber hose insted of the original plastic pcv hose?
You can put a sock on it if you want. 🤷🏾♂️
Thanks Robert, just did the job for the first time. Right after the job, car starts up with high rpm for a second and shuts off with white smoke out of the back. Do you know what it could be?
Did you check the links in the comments section?
th-cam.com/video/G46aNGJM94I/w-d-xo.html
@@RobertDIYI watched the video you attached and... IT WORKED! Thank you for your help!!!
You are welcome.
Is there any way to flush that system i had a new PVC system put on my 98 s70 turbo 3 years ago and its stopped up already why would these systems stop up so fast?
Are you sure it's plugged up? You should only do the glove test with the engine warm.
Poor quality oil or short driving trips usually causes them to get clogged up. When oil doesn't reach full operating temp weekly, condensation will build up in the system.
Yes sir definitely clogged it blows the glove up like a balloon and i use mobile 1 5w30 i do also put a quart of the lucus oil stabilizer in every oil change. Do you have to take all that stuff apart to clean it?
@@RobertDIY i sure wish you lived down this way close to the Augusta Georgia area
Hey Robert was curious how much it would be to have that mod made and sent to me. Great content as always!
+Avery Puls (FlashGaming) I'll have to check on shipping. Let me get one boxed up and see what they will charge for that. Send me an email or text message to remind me in a few days.
+Robert DIY will do
Do you make the copper pipes for n/a models? I'll be replacing the PCV on my 96' 850 later this year, and this would be a great addition to have. Let me know how much you would like for it. I'll be passing through Albuquerque later next month, so maybe we could meet up to say hi and that would also avoid the expensive shipping.
Hey Rob! I currently run a 97 Volvo S70 and i need to do the PCV system. I have looked at so many places online and i cannot find a kit that would fit my car (saying this as i am unsure if newer model kits would fit) could you help me out here? my engine is a 2.0 NA 10 valve.
ps: i live in norway, so it would need to be able to ship it over here :)
Love your content, has helped me a lot!
I have never serviced one of them. Is there something different about it? Have you gone to the dealer for the parts?
I have tried contacting the dealer but never got a hold of them sadly. That is what im unsure about, since i can only find the oil trap for the 97 model but not everything else, do you think that the 98 model ones are the same since i can only find kits that would fit 98 and up?
Call Tasca Volvo. Their folks seem to know what they are doing and their prices are about as good as you can find.
Ipd usa. Good prices and. Good quality parts i buy my. Here
How much different would the procedure be for a 2000 s70 turbo?
Don't have to replace as much. Need a fuel line release tool. Need to clean out the banjo bolt piece.
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Appreciate it Robert!
Hey Robert, can you buy a 2007 Volvo XC70 ? LOL im kinda joking but I wish you had one and made some videos ! I sold my 1997 850 that you helped me keep running with your great videos. Thanks !
You can buy me one. lololol
could a clogged pcv be a reason for the car to start?
Nope.
Nope. Need spark plugs, fuel, air, and a functioning engine. If any of those are out of order it won't start.
I've been putting this off for SO long. The amount of time this will take for me to complete is off putting and the price to have someone else do it is even worse.
+RoboticArmy88 It's really not that bad.
Eh!, I see that taking me almost a full day to do
+RoboticArmy88 hopefully an action-packed video like this one will help you save a lot of time and reduce the fears.
Is it the same on a s70 1999 t5 thanks
Nope. Search P2 PCV.
@@RobertDIY is this not the correct vid my engine code is B5234T3
Just yank hard on PTC to get it out. Just a rubber flange holding it in
Interesting
Robert, I think I found the problem
(2004XC90)
good
@@RobertDIY, I seemed to have broken the small (inner) white vacuum tube under the intake on left side...
Is that really worth replacing or repairing..?
(I messaged the pic on Facebook)
Yes
Ok so I've got a different intake on here.... Gonna drill n tap in a fitting so i have a fully functional system.
No, service what is there.
lol if i had one