Volvo Radiator & Coolant Replacement (850 Turbo, 850, C70, S70, V70)

►The radiator is an essential part in maintaining a proper operating temperature in your Volvo. It is also recommended to flush your coolant and refill with fresh coolant at the same time. We're back with Ben McNally to show you how to replace the radiator and coolant on a 1996 Volvo 850 Turbo.

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[PhilNY]

Thank you for this! I have a 1998 Volvo s70 and I need to replace the radiator and this video gave me the confidence and know how to do that and save a good $400! We had some rough spots, some rust on bolts and there were slight differences between the 850 and s70, not as much room in mine and we had to take it out from the bottom. But, we did it! After all was hooked up we start it and pop! The top oil cooler hose undid it self, it did not come off but out. Interestingly enough when I had a mechanic look at it he said that was leaking and needed to be replaced and due to where it is and we need to take the radiator out to do it it will be more money, etc. But, we plugged it back in and ensured that it was secure and no leak! I also saw you do not need to remove the radiator to do this. Again, thank you! 

[edndora]

This video was very helpful! I like how detailed you are in explaining the whole step by step process.

[dazyates]

Like others who have commented from over the years. Your video is excellent. I have UK 98 V70R and was loosing coolant from the radiator. Never done any radiator on a car before and after watching your tutorial a few times. I bit the bullet and replaced the radiator. It was relatively easy and on the street. No jack either. pieces of wood was used to support I would recommend oiling the radiator to car mounts before removal. These are the ones you have to undo from underneath but the thread is, if look before you leap, visible on one side not so on the other. Made sure zip ties were used as well on the PS and oil connectors. All is now good. You cant beat old Volvo's.

[debbied]

I've seen several of these videos. Ben is so smooth. Everything Ben touches is gold! Excellent mechanic Ben is.

[cr]

I followed your instructions and successfully changed my radiator today. You made it really easy to understand... thanks!

[csebastian]

Thanks guys, got my radiator yesterday. Now that was fast!! Going through the video before I start the repair tomorrow. Thanks for the video and have a wonderful holiday!!

[DanielLee-tjnf]

In my 97 Volvo 850 non-turbo found it difficult to remove the radiator from the top as shown in the video.  Found it easier to drop the radiator and remove from below as long as car was on stands or on ramps.

[willrogan]

Ben is the very best Narrator and teacher of FCP.

[camerondpack]

In LA. Independent quoted $1100 for radiator replacement and thermostat and ETC. After watching this I feel like I could have easily done the job and saved a bunch.

[liamg]

Brilliant guide, did this in just under 4 hours following this. I do like a coffee break though. 😂

[lordtyrant]

I've used these videos for my brakes, struts, and now radiator.... you guys are the best, thanks for the help.

[tophatman]

YES!! Thanks so much! I could have easily reversed engineers this job but watching this video made the job a lot quicker. Thanks for being out there.

[gustavocalderon]

Great video thank you. I was wondering if you have a list of the tools you used for this video ?

[pfunctional]

Thanks B-Mac, just used this method today rather than just dropping the whole sandwich out the bottom like I thought I was going to need to .. worked out good .. 

[kenw]

The radiator mounting bolts have locknuts on my 1998 V70 T5. Good instructional video!

[andysolomon]

This is a excellent video. Very well done! Great workmanship on the car and the video. :)

[lairdvlaming]

Thanks so much for the helpful video!! I just replaced by 02 v70 xc radiator with your help! When refilling the Transmission fluid (from the stuff that is lost when removing the radiator), is there a certain fluid type you would recommend especially if I'm not sure what exact fluid is in the car?

[fcpeuro]

You caught us! Maybe at some point in the future, but we have not filmed it yet.

[BryanWhite]

I didn't see him swap the grommets that are in the radiator's body mount holes(with the 12mm bolts). Is the new radiator suppose to come with new grommets installed? My order didn't.

[franks]

Hi Ben, Thanks for another informative video. I just replaced my radiator on my 96' 850GLT and discovered that my tranny fluid is much higher now. I know the level was correct prior to the radiator swap. I know that the tranny does send some fluid through the radiator to cool it but why would it be higher? Any ideas?