Hey Robert, my daughter has a 99 s80 t6 that she loves to pieces, and has watched your videos, she even replaced the heater core by herself!!! So both of us want to say thanks and ask what is the bolt size on the receiver? her passenger belt works fine but won't click in to the receiver, so we're going to search junk yards for a replacement. Thanks again
Hey I just want to say thank you. I got a 96 volvo 850 and all of your video help me to the point of where is in beyond great condition and is saving tons in mechanical costs. again thank you
Thanks Robert. Your videos are awesome. Clear, simple directions along with good visuals. If a person can't follow you and get it done they just need to give up. ☆
Hi Robert, You aint nothing but the truth, man you can do it all. I'm watching all your videos because I Love Volvos as much as you do. Who knows, if I keep watching your videos, I might end up changing my own oil, or something huge. Thanks again Robert "DIY". God Bless!!!
Would you please make a video on how to replace the driversside seatbelt on a 96 Volvo 850.Mine doesnt work at all.I want to do it myself, but I dont have the proper knowledge.Thank you so much, your videos are very helpful!
Robert you are AWESOME! I hope to get a place out here in the woods and begin my personal Volvo v70 farm... I love mine and you have made a fan... thank you ...
Hi thanks for the video I have a 2007 C70 and need to remove the passengers seat as it will not move forward when the back is moved forward, i'm a little concerned about removing it to repair due to the side air bag and electrics is it the same as this one. Regards
Hi Robert! "98 C70 Coupe. Are the front seats interchangeable? Driver's bolster is showing enough wear that it will be better to move it over to the mostly unused passenger side. That will save me considerable cost in reupholstering it until I can afford to have it done. Thanks!
Hey Robert, in advance I want to thank you. I’m just getting in these Cars (v70XC 99) and you are becomming a sort of online mentor for me. Now I do have a question. On the passenger side the seat is manual adjusted. How do I get the adjuster knobs (ten plastic part you pull on that is attached to an iron rod) of so I can remove the plastic side cover? By the way. On the V70 Models you do not need to remove the plastic sice cover to remove the seatbelt. Just remove the four bolts from the seat, move the seat over and reach in with a torx screwdriver.
Thanks for you reply. I did watch both of the seat removal video’s and for the drivers seat Iknow what to do. However, I’m struggling with the two adjusting knobs of the passenger seat. This one is manual adjusted and I can not fine any way to detach the plastic part from the metaal rod. Therefore I’m not able to remove the plastic sice cover of the seat. Have you ever handelde this? I’m not able to find A video of that in your UA-cam content.
Hi! Thank you so much from Spain. I’m currently trying to replace the drivers seat of a 2003 Volvo c70. The thing is that the one I got to replace it is powered, unlike the one that is in the car originally. Do you think I will be able to make it work? Thanks again!
Hi Robert! Great vids! I have a 97 Volvo 960. It has a Clarion aftermarket radio. The previous owner installed it and did a poor job and believe it is causing a power drain.. The problem is, when I shut the car off, the heater, radio stay on unless I turn them off, and I can turn them on without the key in the ignition. If i remove and reset the fuse, it automatically shuts off, but then after a short time, it will be back to the old way. It obviously drains the battery, but I am sure the radio is causing it. Any idea how I can figure out exactly where the open circuit is causing the drain??
+Jon DLT I would seek a proper harness and restore the old wiring back to it's original condition. Radio's have 2 power circuits, one for standby power and the other to power the unit. I'm sure that is messed up in the hack job that was done. Not sure what to tell you beyond that. I can send you a picture or two of OEM wiring harness if you need me to.
Hi Robert, really good tutorial, as allways! But i accedently dropped the clip on the outerside plastic cover under the textile on the floor, you have any tips out to like "lift" the textile from the floor without removeing the whole floor textile :)?
Robert DIY Hi Robet :) Yeah i used a magnet screwdriver and bent it an lift it out with the magnet! Thanks for the tip! You are awesome! Keep it up! :)
Robert, as mentioned SUPER helpful videos. Question, I have a 2010 Volvo XC60 which has a power passenger side seat that has just stopped reclining with no noise from the motor. Anything you can post on how to fix this? I watched the 850 vid but my car is quite a bit different so wasn't enough similarities for me to go on. Anything you can tell would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
Hi Robert, I have a 1994 volvo 850 sedan, 2.4 litre. Recently, it started leaking antifreeze from heater core inside the cabin. A week ago, the leak became out of control and the carpet and under it were totally soaked. I used garage vaccumm to suck the antifreeze, but the carpet, and probabely under the carpet, is still feels oily from antifreeze. Is there anyway to clean the antifreeze without removing the carpet? The whole carpet in front and back were totally affected. What is you best suggestion to make it clean again?
Hi Rob, the front passenger side seat in my 97 V70 is manually adjustable, how easy is it to replace it with an electrically adjustable seat? will all the wiring be there? thanks!
Hello Robert , I have a question yesterday I swap the from seat from a 2002 xc70 to a 2004 xc70 and everything was working fine but now it show the SRS light and the seat don't move , I did not unplug the battery , what can i do ? Please let me know , Thank you Kevin J.
Good to know: If you take off the rails of the frontseats of an 850/855, s/v70 (1997 to 2000), they will look the same (have the same V shape for the bearings) as the early s80, V70, and s60 frontseats witout it´s rails. (The mounted rails differs, but not the curved V shape from the bottom of the seats where the bearing rolls). So if you have worn out 850/855, s/v70 seats, you can take them out of your car, take a hammer and a don and make the rails come off, take seats from i.e a S80 from say 2001, and put your old rails on them and mount them in your car. Important: 1. s/v70 from 1997 to 1998, no problem with flashing SIPS warning light, because the ABS system does not comunicate with the bag in the chair, since that is set off by impact via pyrotech explosion gadget in the bottom doorside of the seat. 2. S/70 1999, 2000, You will have SIPS warning, but if you solder a resistor (you have to have one with the correct ohm) at the end of the contact, you will fool the system that there is a bag installed, and it´s ok. 3. AT YOUR OWN RISK! 1:1) Always disconnect the battery cables and wait for 1h before disconnecting contacts. 1:2) Dont try to connect abs-cables to the new seats, and it also does not fit. 1:3) IF YOU HAD AIRBAGS IN THE CHAIRS BEFORE THEY ARE NOT WORKING NOW. Is it worth it??? If you take the risk it is up to you but you have to inform others if they buy your car. I DON´T ENCOURAGES ANYONE TO DO THIS OR TAKE ANY RESPONIBILITIES IF YOU DO - JUST WANT TO SPREAD SOME INFORMATION ABOUT IT. Robert, do you know when the V shape on the bottom of the seats were changed for s60, v70, and s80?
Robert. I have a VOLVO s60 2002 all the electronics of the seat only work for 10-30 seconds after open the door and putting the key on the ignition then after few seconds dies and no functions at all. I am tired to expedite the issue and I am ready to change the whole seat. any suggestions b4 me doing this ??? please
What if I want to remove the seats for cleaning & shampooing then carpet underneath? I have a ‘98 S70 T5. Runs great, however, when I fill the tank with gas the whole garage smells of gasoline (only when it’s full). I’ve tried using new gas caps several times, however still does it. Great video!
@@RobertDIY - I meant what if there were any potential safety risk because I’m not a mechanic and due to the age of the car. If removing the seats was worth it just for cleaning etc.
One of my favorite things about working on my Volvo is coming here to UA-cam for another one of Robert's tutorials.
😜 Thanks for watching
Thanks for watching.
Hey Robert, my daughter has a 99 s80 t6 that she loves to pieces, and has watched your videos, she even replaced the heater core by herself!!! So both of us want to say thanks and ask what is the bolt size on the receiver? her passenger belt works fine but won't click in to the receiver, so we're going to search junk yards for a replacement. Thanks again
Hey I just want to say thank you. I got a 96 volvo 850 and all of your video help me to the point of where is in beyond great condition and is saving tons in mechanical costs. again thank you
+Daniel Gallo you are welcome.
Robert DIY I would post a picture but I don't think I can on here
You can send me one from my website.
Thanks Robert. Your videos are awesome. Clear, simple directions along with good visuals. If a person can't follow you and get it done they just need to give up. ☆
Thanks for watching. 😉
Hi Robert, many thanks for sharing these vids, really helped me so much
keep up all the gr8 work, Cheers James..Dublin/Ireland.
Hi Robert, You aint nothing but the truth, man you can do it all. I'm watching all your videos because I Love Volvos as much as you do. Who knows, if I keep watching your videos, I might end up changing my own oil, or something huge. Thanks again Robert "DIY". God Bless!!!
+linda ward thanks for watching
Your videos are awesome, thank you. I needed this one because I have to replace my heating of the seat.
Good deal.
I agree with my daughter's S70 seats.
Thank you very much Robert for your perfect instructions. Today I changed my front and back seats with your help :)
Keep going and thx.
+Manuel Habich you are welcome
Would you please make a video on how to replace the driversside seatbelt on a 96 Volvo 850.Mine doesnt work at all.I want to do it myself, but I dont have the proper knowledge.Thank you so much, your videos are very helpful!
Very helpful, thanks Robert!
I have to say that the seats in my C70 are the most comfortable I have ever had.
Great instructions! I had to replace the seat belt latch, and the only way was to remove the seat. Thanks!
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
Robert you are AWESOME! I hope to get a place out here in the woods and begin my personal Volvo v70 farm... I love mine and you have made a fan... thank you ...
+GUY MULLINS you are welcome. 🤗
Hi thanks for the video I have a 2007 C70 and need to remove the passengers seat as it will not move forward when the back is moved forward, i'm a little concerned about removing it to repair due to the side air bag and electrics is it the same as this one. Regards
Daniel Wright No it is not. It has electronics that control it.
Thanks
thanks for the air bag heads up...... that would have left a mark !
Michael Allfrey You're welcome. I'll be here all week.
Thanks for all your videos. I have a 95 850 and the seats are trashed. What other models can I get seats from that'll bolt/plug right in?
Erik Strieter '94 - '98. The '95+ seats have the side air bag.
I do have one. Go to my channel and click the search glass next to the ABOUT link. Then type in "Seat Belt Replacement" and the video will appear.
Hi Robert! "98 C70 Coupe. Are the front seats interchangeable? Driver's bolster is showing enough wear that it will be better to move it over to the mostly unused passenger side. That will save me considerable cost in reupholstering it until I can afford to have it done. Thanks!
I don't think so.
Hey Robert, in advance I want to thank you. I’m just getting in these Cars (v70XC 99) and you are becomming a sort of online mentor for me.
Now I do have a question. On the passenger side the seat is manual adjusted. How do I get the adjuster knobs (ten plastic part you pull on that is attached to an iron rod) of so I can remove the plastic side cover?
By the way. On the V70 Models you do not need to remove the plastic sice cover to remove the seatbelt. Just remove the four bolts from the seat, move the seat over and reach in with a torx screwdriver.
It's best if you use the x70 seat video.
ua-cam.com/video/gt9w-ZSxs9I/v-deo.html
Thanks for you reply. I did watch both of the seat removal video’s and for the drivers seat Iknow what to do. However, I’m struggling with the two adjusting knobs of the passenger seat. This one is manual adjusted and I can not fine any way to detach the plastic part from the metaal rod. Therefore I’m not able to remove the plastic sice cover of the seat. Have you ever handelde this? I’m not able to find A video of that in your UA-cam content.
Yes I've done it and video'd it before. Not sure I can find it. I remember one had a screw and another had a latch.
Hi! Thank you so much from Spain. I’m currently trying to replace the drivers seat of a 2003 Volvo c70. The thing is that the one I got to replace it is powered, unlike the one that is in the car originally. Do you think I will be able to make it work? Thanks again!
Sure
Hi Robert! Great vids! I have a 97 Volvo 960. It has a Clarion aftermarket radio. The previous owner installed it and did a poor job and believe it is causing a power drain.. The problem is, when I shut the car off, the heater, radio stay on unless I turn them off, and I can turn them on without the key in the ignition. If i remove and reset the fuse, it automatically shuts off, but then after a short time, it will be back to the old way. It obviously drains the battery, but I am sure the radio is causing it. Any idea how I can figure out exactly where the open circuit is causing the drain??
+Jon DLT I would seek a proper harness and restore the old wiring back to it's original condition. Radio's have 2 power circuits, one for standby power and the other to power the unit. I'm sure that is messed up in the hack job that was done. Not sure what to tell you beyond that. I can send you a picture or two of OEM wiring harness if you need me to.
Hi Robert, really good tutorial, as allways! But i accedently dropped the clip on the outerside plastic cover under the textile on the floor, you have any tips out to like "lift" the textile from the floor without removeing the whole floor textile :)?
Dimitri Barnes What clip? Can you use a magnet?
Robert DIY Hi Robet :) Yeah i used a magnet screwdriver and bent it an lift it out with the magnet! Thanks for the tip! You are awesome! Keep it up! :)
Robert, as mentioned SUPER helpful videos. Question, I have a 2010 Volvo XC60 which has a power passenger side seat that has just stopped reclining with no noise from the motor. Anything you can post on how to fix this? I watched the 850 vid but my car is quite a bit different so wasn't enough similarities for me to go on. Anything you can tell would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
Fritz Desir Most likely the switch has gone bad. Try to check it for power going through it to the motor.
Robert DIY Thanks so much Robert. How would I do that? (I know not a simple question).
You will have to access the inside or back of the switch or the wires come to and from it. Then check for power with an ohm meter.
Hi Robert, I have a 1994 volvo 850 sedan, 2.4 litre. Recently, it started leaking antifreeze from heater core inside the cabin. A week ago, the leak became out of control and the carpet and under it were totally soaked. I used garage vaccumm to suck the antifreeze, but the carpet, and probabely under the carpet, is still feels oily from antifreeze. Is there anyway to clean the antifreeze without removing the carpet? The whole carpet in front and back were totally affected. What is you best suggestion to make it clean again?
Replacement
Robert... Your Volvo repair vids are great. Do you have one on how to replace Lower seat trim panel on 2009 XC90?
Bo Holland No I do not.
I like your videos. I have an '04 s60 and I need to replace the driver's seat. Thanks for the help.
g7 Thanks for watching.
Hey Robert, is there a trick to unplugging the green and purple wire connector under the seat? I can't seem to get it to come apart.
Ryan Houk Nope.
Ryan Houk pinch the green part near the end by the side and pull away from the purple part
DO YOU KNOW IF A SEAT OUT OF A S60 OR S80 WILL WORK IN MY 01 V70 XC?
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO.
+luke townsend Probably.
Hi Robert. Can you show how to adjust front seat height of my 1999 s70. Thank you!
Bring it by...
Hi Rob, the front passenger side seat in my 97 V70 is manually adjustable, how easy is it to replace it with an electrically adjustable seat? will all the wiring be there?
thanks!
+Adam Ward should be. Take a look. Then you will need to install the breaker in the fuse box.
Robert DIY Thanks for the reply!
Robert, these videos are the best. Ive been stuck though trying to remove the whole dash for my 2002 s60. Any insight?
Josh Hooper No, but send me an e-mail and I'll try to do one when I get home.
Hello Robert , I have a question yesterday I swap the from seat from a 2002 xc70 to a 2004 xc70 and everything was working fine but now it show the SRS light and the seat don't move , I did not unplug the battery , what can i do ? Please let me know , Thank you Kevin J.
Either get the VIDA software to clear the error and program the seat to the system or take the vehicle somewhere to have it done.
Good to know:
If you take off the rails of the frontseats of an 850/855, s/v70 (1997 to 2000), they will look the same (have the same V shape for the bearings) as the early s80, V70, and s60 frontseats witout it´s rails. (The mounted rails differs, but not the curved V shape from the bottom of the seats where the bearing rolls). So if you have worn out 850/855, s/v70 seats, you can take them out of your car, take a hammer and a don and make the rails come off, take seats from i.e a S80 from say 2001, and put your old rails on them and mount them in your car.
Important:
1. s/v70 from 1997 to 1998, no problem with flashing SIPS warning light, because the ABS system does not comunicate with the bag in the chair, since that is set off by impact via pyrotech explosion gadget in the bottom doorside of the seat.
2. S/70 1999, 2000, You will have SIPS warning, but if you solder a resistor (you have to have one with the correct ohm) at the end of the contact, you will fool the system that there is a bag installed, and it´s ok.
3. AT YOUR OWN RISK! 1:1) Always disconnect the battery cables and wait for 1h before disconnecting contacts. 1:2) Dont try to connect abs-cables to the new seats, and it also does not fit. 1:3) IF YOU HAD AIRBAGS IN THE CHAIRS BEFORE THEY ARE NOT WORKING NOW. Is it worth it??? If you take the risk it is up to you but you have to inform others if they buy your car.
I DON´T ENCOURAGES ANYONE TO DO THIS OR TAKE ANY RESPONIBILITIES IF YOU DO - JUST WANT TO SPREAD SOME INFORMATION ABOUT IT.
Robert, do you know when the V shape on the bottom of the seats were changed for s60, v70, and s80?
I do not know.
Thanks for sharing.
What size Torx did you use to get the seatbelt off the seat?
+Wheeler Law what car?
Robert DIY 99 V70. I saw another of your video and found out it's a T50
Good.
thanks, good work....
You're welcome. Thanks for watching.
any idea for form fitted seat covers or skins for 2000 s70?
James D No, but you can check a few of the Volvo parts stores or just use Google. You can also have a local upholstery shop make new skins for it.
Hi is the s40 year 1999 the same method.thxs in advance
No but all are close. Did you search '99+?
Robert. I have a VOLVO s60 2002 all the electronics of the seat only work for 10-30 seconds after open the door and putting the key on the ignition then after few seconds dies and no functions at all. I am tired to expedite the issue and I am ready to change the whole seat. any suggestions b4 me doing this ??? please
Check the owners manual, it may be a safety feature to avoid you from moving the seat while you are driving.
Call this place and ask how much for the seat.
recycler.car-part.com/Pollards/
Do you know if a V70 2001-2004 seat will fit in my '96 940?
+eirikol1 Not drop in.
Hi is any Chance to fit seats from volvo s80 2004 to volvo v70 2004???
I'll say no and someone will prove me wrong. In general no, each platform has a unique mounting and electronic set-up.
Thanks 😊😊😊
No problem 😊
Will 96 850 seats fit in a 2000 v70?
Yes but it will set off the SRS light.
If there isn't a SIPS on my 850 then a can't trigger anything right?
+William Pettersson right
Same process for passenger side?
Yes.
I'm looking for 940 front seat removel
+Dayqwan Henderson pull the 4 bolts, unplug any wires, then slide the seat back about an inch and lift it up.
You sir are a legend.
🤔
Hey Robert do you have instagram? Or could I contact you on the phone? I just bought a 1997 Volvo 960 and have many questions 😭
Yes, yes.
What if I want to remove the seats for cleaning & shampooing then carpet underneath? I have a ‘98 S70 T5. Runs great, however, when I fill the tank with gas the whole garage smells of gasoline (only when it’s full). I’ve tried using new gas caps several times, however still does it. Great video!
I don't understand your "what if" question. Remove the seat if you want to.
You have a fuel or vacuum leak that needs to be repaired.
@@RobertDIY - Thank you letting me know about the vacuum leak. Love your videos.
@@RobertDIY - I meant what if there were any potential safety risk because I’m not a mechanic and due to the age of the car. If removing the seats was worth it just for cleaning etc.
SURE, remove the seat.