Dash removal for noise / evaporator replacement, Volvo S70, V70, 850 Repair part 1 of 3 - VOTD

Dash Removal: 1 to 3 hours.
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This video will show you how I removed the dash from a Volvo S70. These procedures are just about the same on the 850 and V70. You may want to pull the dash to repair broken mount tabs, replace the evaporator, replace the dash, etc.
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[@lzimm1705]

Ten years later and this man is helping me with repairing my newly purchased 1999 s70. Ain’t that neat, thank you sir!

[@RobertDIY]

Very cool! You are welcome.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@davidskalish]

Robert. Thank you. You have a great communication skill along with your mechanical skill. I am just beginning this job on my 1998 V70. And yes i scraped my hand on that climate control cluster removal! I appreciate your instruction.

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch! When you support the dash mounts, use 1/2" stainless steel straps. Thinner and easier to get the dash back in.

[@davidskalish]

Robert DIY your idea of the straps worked perfectly just as you described. Thank you Robert! I had this system running icy cold. But today the low pressure side line just popped off the evaporator. Couldnt believe it. I thought for sure it locked in place. It appears the line bottoms out when inserted all the way in. But i suppose the locking spring mechanism is stuck or broken. Have you run into this before?

[@beatachevy289]

Thanks for the tutorial yet again, Robert! I kept seeing people on the forums talk about removing the cowl between the hood and windshield to find the dash bolts and I wanted a visual. Of course you had one for me! My squeaky dash was driving me crazy, but I was able to retorque to dash bolts and it is pretty much gone now! Thanks again!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@codyshier1664]

Thank you for these helpful videos. I just bought a v70 that needs a lot of work. You're clear instructions are a great help. Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@juglansniger6649]

Robert, thanks for the great videos. You are really clear and complete; love the identification of tool choices. And the cautions about what to avoid are extremely important.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@just__dave]

Man that’s a ton of work to fix an annoying dash rattle. My solution is just to turn the radio up louder. 😊 Seriously though you’re the only person on KZbin who provides clear how-to’s for us Volvo owners. Very much appreciate you!

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@juanolivares7804]

Hey rob, I've been following these videos to get rid of the dash noise and I would like to point out two things that made getting the whole dash out easier which are to remove the ashtray and also the shifter knob. You have that done on your video I just figured it would be useful to mention here. To remove the shifter knob you just put it on low gear and I just pulled it up with care and brute force so I'm hoping I didn't damage anything though that's what people said to do. Thanks for the video man, made things a hell of a lot easier though the broken pieces are overwhelming! I'm the third owner of a 99 S70 and apparently the only one who ales good care of it lol

[@RobertDIY]

Juan Olivares Glad you got it fixed. I usually do NOT remove the shifter. Sometimes they break.

[@robertcrandell9529]

I want to thank Robert for everything I have a 99 Volvo 70 thank you sir so much it has helped so much there's so much computer so many things in this Volvo and I couldn't have done it without you thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@epicscreenname989]

Never knew that these cars have a cabin filter. Very nice job Robert. Thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@jeffschmidt1644]

I need to replace the evap in my '98 V70 (300,00 + miles. Will have your videos on hand when I do the job. Thank you.

[@RobertDIY]

+Jeff Schmidt cool. Thanks for watching.

[@snlroadkil]

Robert, thanks for this video. with this i was able to pull the dash out in less then 90 minutes. again thnx

[@RobertDIY]

Cool, thanks for watching.

[@coreywright1222]

Good video man, my S70 dash has driven me nuts for a year. Used epoxy on the mounts and a fiberglass type fiber for strength... No more squeaks so far.

[@RobertDIY]

Corey Wright Nice. Glad the video helped.

[@jimheger]

Great job, Robert! You're the Man - the Volvo Man!

[@RobertDIY]

So I have heard. LOL, thanks for watching.

[@accountone2572]

Brilliant video, removed the dash from the 850 with no problem :-)

[@RobertDIY]

Cool, glad it worked out. Thanks for watching.

[@zaferx]

Great video, thank you for sharing, I couldnt find this information before even in VADIS

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@jorgemartin2046]

Hey Robert, great Video. I have this procedure yet to do. Greetings from Germany

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch

[@rmugerw]

Thanks Robert for this, am surely going to try this out on my 850

[@RobertDIY]

Robert Mugerwa Good deal. Conquer the noise.

[@tenthpanzerdiv7574]

I have a squeeky dash --- but WOW what a production to replace those tabs. Mine are probably as bad as yours were in a 1997 850R.

[@RobertDIY]

+TenthPanzerDiv gotta stop that noise.

[@franks5651]

Hi Robert, I came up with a great dash mount upgrade that is far superior to the original. I wish to share it with all your viewers who have the same issue with their dash rattling. Thanks for watching my video on this solution and asking good questions.

[@RobertDIY]

Can you call or text me?

[@iamalmostcrazy025]

Great video. I used this video to take apart my whole dash, and used it to put it back together, just to find everything was perfect and intact, and that the fuse was intermittently working. At least now i know i have a good evaporator and heater unit.

[@RobertDIY]

Sean Huffstickler Wow! You had an AC issue?

[@iamalmostcrazy025]

Robert DIY yes. The PO installed a modem and wired it to the climate control fuse. somehow, that unit wasn't allowing the a/c relay to work properly. i disconnected the modem wires, and had to thicken the fuse leg because of intermittent connectivity. low and behold 246k miles on the odometer and everything on it works like new

[@RobertDIY]

Nice

[@AJSwift13]

thank you so much!!!! your videos are really helpful. subscribing! keep up the good work. alex

[@RobertDIY]

Alexandra Lewis Thank you for watching.

[@schuckles]

I just discovered this video, great info!

[@RobertDIY]

+Jon Schuck Cool.

[@Jasper_-mj7si]

I just discovered this video, great info! THKS Robert..

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@r5gtt459]

Great video, helped me alot! Thanks!

[@RobertDIY]

r5gtt459 Good deal, thanks for watching.

[@davidgarner3552]

thanks-exactly what I needed....thank you Jesus no more nerve racking squaks and groans...

[@RobertDIY]

It can be painful.

[@ktyssp9770]

You re So Nice ...Thank you so much for you re share ! GOD Bleass You !!

[@RobertDIY]

Thank you.

[@senorpapas7087]

Your literally a God 🙏🏽❤

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@jtb91394]

I have a 99 s70 and about 8 months ago the lower part of the dash on the passenger's side (under the glove box) detached itself. If I remember correct it looked like there were plastic "clips" that had snapped. I fixed it with A LOT of super glue and something to prop it up. Do you know a quick, easy, cheap fix for this? Also, do you know where I could find replacement parts?

[@RobertDIY]

That part of the dash is part of the entire unit. Some go to junked cars, others pull it and try to fix it with different means. Tough situation.

[@boncel23]

Amazing thanks for your time

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@e.harveymclendon8166]

great sight for volvo repair

[@RobertDIY]

+e.harvey Mclendon thanks for watching.

[@RobertDIY]

Absolutely, vibrating the broken dash making the noise. Lol

[@gerv1115]

how do you remove the sunroof track on a volvo 94 850 wagon the track seems to be jammed

[@RobertDIY]

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[@jamalwalker8352]

Wow 😮 that was a lot of work.

[@RobertDIY]

Yes it is.

[@andrewpeterkin4510]

I have a 1990 Volvo 760 GLE. I have a vacuum leak that I hear from inside the car, through the vents. There are 3 vacuum lines that plug into receptors on the firewall. I have disconnected them and plugged them temporarily, to avoid the loss of engine vacuum. Is there an easy way to find those lines inside the dash so as to discover and fix the leak. I think the lines are used to control the vent doors. Maybe you can point me to another of your videos which may better reveal a solution

[@RobertDIY]

There are bellows behind the dash that crack. I believe the dash has to be pulled to find and fix the leak. I do not have a video of the process.

[@craigholliday6331]

Robert - I am getting ready to tackle this on a 1999 Volvo V70. The issue is that I don't have the access to parts from a salvage yard that includes a lot of Volvo parts. So, the question is this - without the brackets all being there, it is possible to repair the car using the existing dash? Thanks in advance and thanks for all the other videos...they are very, very helpful.

[@RobertDIY]

+craigholliday did you watch part 2? The link is in the comments.

[@craigholliday6331]

I did. I must have missed it as I was watching very hard to make sure I got the nuances. Sorry for the contact for nothing. Thanks for the note.

[@RobertDIY]

+craigholliday no problem.

[@mrconta]

my car haven't had any pollenfilter and the evapolator is FULL with dirt, mud and other nasty stuff. I have been trying to clean it while is in the car from the fan whole but can't reach to it. is it bad for my health if it's that dirty? or does that dirt just stay there and not spreading bacteria via they air from the vents?

[@RobertDIY]

+AlfaPower probably.

[@davidwhite4837]

Hi Robert! I have a 850R 1996 with the gray interior and the dash pad and dash are cracked into pieces over the years. My question to you is I see a bunch of tan dash and no cracks. Can I take the gray parts of my dash and put it where the tan parts of a donor car or are those permanently bonded on?

[@RobertDIY]

huh? I don't think so.

[@cro508]

don't forget C70 has the same interior :) seems like a lot of work and after a car accident all my clips broke. not sure how will i go with replacing them :/

[@RobertDIY]

Something the insurance company likes to overlook.

[@WheelerLaw]

did you say you need to keep the key in the ignition while the battery is unplugged ?

[@RobertDIY]

+Wheeler Law did you watch the video?

[@manuellebron7233]

Can I transfer dashboard electrical harness from 2000 s70 to 1998 s70 and make it work?

[@RobertDIY]

I guess you can make anything work with enough time and effort. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@TheRicardoeustaquio]

hello Robert, Thanks for the great videos. I have an 850 sw 2.3 turbo 1996. My climate Control does not work properly. the Ac Works but just cant choose where the Air flow goes (down, center, windshield). what Can i do?

[@RobertDIY]

Make one of these and read the error codes.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

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[@gerv1115]

i have removed two sunroofs on the 850 Volvo's and neither of them work is this a normal problem with the 850 ?

[@RobertDIY]

Nope. How do you know they don't work? And why are we posting sunroof problem on a dash video? Roof head ceiling liner and sunroof removal, Volvo and other cars - Auto Repair Series

[@xavy69acosta1]

thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@sarahbuchanan7608]

Blessings Robert. My mechanic and I will be replacing the ac evaporator. The question he ask me to present to you is what tool do you need to disconnect the ac lines at the connection into the evaporator by the firewall. He said to mention the garter springs. hope I presented the question correctly so that you may know what I am talking about. Thank you for being for the people. God bless

[@RobertDIY]

Hi Sarah. They are not special, if he knows what they are called (I did not), she should know how to get the loose. I'm pretty sure you use fuel line disconnects. I used some plastic ones that wrap around the lines, slide in and release the line.

[@sarahbuchanan7608]

Robert DIY Hi again Robert. Thank you for getting back to me. I may have misinformed you on the use of the term"my mechanic" . I didn't mean it to mean a true mechanic. It is someone who is new to the business of repairing cars and don't have a problem going online to people such as yourself and experiencing. It is not his trade. In either case, he is willing to help me fix my car to the best of his ability and that is why I came to you for your knowledge and help. Neither one of us has ever done anything like this before. Thank you again. Have a bless day.ps I am open for any other info you can share on the tool .

[@RobertDIY]

If you go to an auto parts store and tell them you need fuel line release tools they will help you find them. They cost about $12, are plastic and about 5 in the set.

[@g00dn3t]

Hi Robert I can’t seem to figure out how to remove the plastic cover to remove the bolts from the firewall to dash assembly. Do you have any guidance or video on that?

[@RobertDIY]

In this video from 6:30 to 7:30.

[@g00dn3t]

@@RobertDIY I’ll try that thanks!! Amazing that despite these videos being many years, you STILL help out 🙏🏽

[@philipgobi]

great video...any chance that dash noise is due to engine mountings or brake pads/disc

[@RobertDIY]

not the dash noise.

[@Eastsidegeorgiaboy]

You forgot to tell people to unplug the heated seat plugs near the coin tray, in vehicles that have them. They can damage kind of easy, and i know you didnt have them in your car so you werent thinking about it. Its also good time to change the bulbs in those heated seat switches, as well as the ashtray/ cointray light.

[@RobertDIY]

+Eastsidegeorgiaboy Cool, thanks for sharing.

[@kevintabacolde6212]

Eastsidegeorgiaboy dash rattle

[@donmoore7785]

I was fortunate to not have this problem, knock on wood, on my former '95 850 T5 or current '98 S70 T5. I have had the dash pad out on the S70 and my '05 V70 2.5T - fun job!

[@RobertDIY]

cool

[@OO7RX7]

Hey Robert my friend. My dashboard doesn't align with the mount holes. Please help

[@RobertDIY]

Bring it by...

[@OO7RX7]

@@RobertDIY I am based in Asia. I ordered a Compleet dashboard from uk and I think they have sent me a c70 dashboard and this is why the mounts don't align. How can I send you few pictures. Thanks.

[@55chh]

Wow, you got in deep...

[@RobertDIY]

It's a deep job.

[@lisacolbert5987]

Hey Robert , Any clues as to what would cause all 4 windows AND the sunroof to suddenly not operate on my 2000 V70 GLT ? Strangely , when I got off work last night I was able to operate both front windows but couldn’t get the rears nor the sunroof to close either . Right now *none* of the 5 are operating . I *know* you’ve been in the middle of a big move , so you may not even have your WiFi set up yet (?) . Thanks in advance for any suggestions ! I hope your move went well and that you’re loving your new home .

[@RobertDIY]

have you checked fuses?

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[@lisacolbert5987]

@@RobertDIY Thanks for your quick reply ! You know what , I’m thinking your first guess was spot-on - bad ignition switch . About the fuses related to the windows : I did look for the window motor fuse(s) on the lid to the fuse box and was confused as there doesn’t seem to be designated fuse printed on the fuse list there . I DID however just went ahead and checked all my fuses just in case there was a fuse that covered more than just those windows - all looked good . SO , (and this is a tad embarrassing) because I have had that button on the gear shifter not pop back out , etc. so I’ve gotta fix that as well . I’ll have a look at the video that’s linked to the link you gave me . I’m about 95% sure that’s the issue . WIRING IS SO STRANGE ! (I just found your video that shows how to replace that gear shift button also) I mean , who would guess the windows and sunroof not operating would be related to a bad ignition switch ? Time to watch that and order some parts . Thank you again , Robert . Second time you’ve saved me $ ! Forgive my long reply . I’m just happy you were able to help me .

[@RobertDIY]

Silver metal fuses under the edge of the box lid.

[@iamalmostcrazy025]

i'm not sure if you know or not, but i stuck my head behind the steering wheel while removing the airbag, and the bolts that hold it in aren't T30's, they use an allen wrench.

[@RobertDIY]

Sean Huffstickler Which car do you have? Maybe they have been changed.

[@iamalmostcrazy025]

Robert DIY 1998 S70 non-turbo. The head of the bolt on the airbag unit is a 4mm allen wrench. the torques will work, but the allen key is the type of head on the bolt

[@RobertDIY]

Cool, thanks for the info.

[@sharonkirven9570]

Hi Robert!! What are the chances you’ll be coming through DFW soon?? Reach out to me please. I need a quote on a few jobs. Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

Call or text me

[@NIGHTxWING831]

After removing the all bolts. Do you have to give the dash a good tug? Or do they come out pretty easily

[@RobertDIY]

Have you tried it?

[@NIGHTxWING831]

Robert DIY I pulled a junk yard dash. I had to pull pretty hard. Not sure if i further damages the brackets in the process. But I’m about to attempt to pull my dash

[@RobertDIY]

Sometimes they are stuck to the firewall because of the material they put between the dash and firewall metal to reduce noise.

[@NIGHTxWING831]

Robert DIY okay i understand. Thank you for your help Robert. Keep up the good work

[@tjurostas3704]

@@NIGHTxWING831 For me it came right off but make sure to check everyone screw is gone so there is no leftover screw.

[@moribnd]

Has anyone managed to get a dysfunctional rearview mirror to work again, or is that a part that just gets replaced (contains the key fob receiver)? I'm not sure where the problem is, but it could be that the mirror receives the signal from the fob, but the door locks don't respond. probably too expensive or complicated to fix this problem (on a 2001 XC).

[@RobertDIY]

Todd Crawford Hmmm, I have no idea. You may want to check on a Volvo forum.

[@robertcasey5711]

+Todd Crawford, It could be the alarm NiCAD battery pack has corroded. This is accessed through the passenger side front turn signal. It is inside the fender. There are some posts on repairing and changing this on various sites. If it has to be replaced, then it is about $250 -300 at the dealer.

[@davidfierro3650]

The passenger air bag on my 1999 S70 is wired different, anyone else come across this? Actually stopped there since I couldn't figure out where or if it's even possible to disconnect the air bag. Any ideas? thanks everyone.

[@RobertDIY]

+David Fierro the plug clip slides out to unlock it.

[@engineermike5987]

Aw man, not the windshield wiper shroud! I JB welded my left wiper arm to the armature after exhausting all other possible repair options. (The armature had no grip on the wiper arm and it was much too stripped to be fixed save to JB weld it.) Perhaps I can cut the shroud so that I don't have to remove the left windshield wiper. But if the tabs at the back of the dash are typically broken like crazy just from dry rot as shown in this video, then I suppose I can skip loosening the 4 bolts under the windshield shroud. The evaporator leaks and the driver side AC temp control valve is messed up. I can compensate for the slow evaporator leak by adding refrigerant every few months, but that valve, that valve... I don't know if I can access it short of dash removal.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@engineermike5987]

One more question, how did you remove the knob on the gear shifter?

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[@Viper87th]

Greate stuff you serve us all Robert !! :) keep it coming !!

[@RobertDIY]

Ben J Thanks for watching Ben.

[@luktish]

What is this "sensor" 22:09 min green plug in the center of the dashboard?

[@RobertDIY]

Alarm light.

[@luktish]

@@RobertDIY What does it do? I was not even aware that the car has some alarm system...

[@luktish]

@@RobertDIY well, I don't have the alarm. On my car there is just flat piece of plastic. Thanks anyways

[@mohamedtakleef5398]

good

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@N54-]

What if I put a 850 dash in a s70 GLT? Is it possible?

[@RobertDIY]

+LuisWRXSTi Entire dash or just the top pad?

[@N54-]

Entire

[@RobertDIY]

It will probably fit, you'll need to do wiring and all of that stuff.

[@RobertDIY]

Doubt the ECC will work.

[@1emerson1]

I can't seem to remove the center console in my S70, I need to fix the cigarette lighter and the bulb under the shifter. How did you remove it?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@ZoomZoom81]

I really wish someone would show me how the airbag connector disconnects. I've watched 5 different videos and and searched forums and everyone just skips over that part without actually showing how to disconnect it. It's not a normal looking connector and it doesn't seem obvious on how to disconnect it so I don't want to break it. I'm stuck in limbo trying to remove my dash to replace/upgrade my dash speakers

[@RobertDIY]

I've posted several videos over the years showing how I disconnect it. Squeeze the taps and pull the wire out of the connector.

[@ZoomZoom81]

@@RobertDIY instructions don't really help. The connector I have doesn't look like yours. A video would help. I've watched 2 of your videos and they both skip over

[@RobertDIY]

Well, I don't even know what year model car you have. It's just a connector, isn't that hard to figure out.

[@trbossdoggy]

This is so hard job

[@RobertDIY]

Takes time and attention.

[@KarlHamilton]

Doing this job in the morning to replace the evaporator in my 850R. Wish me luck, not looking forward to it.

[@RobertDIY]

Yea, sometimes you just got to dig in.

[@KarlHamilton]

@@RobertDIY Halfway through now. Past the point of no return anyway haha.

[@kevinatkab5219]

This is why I live without air conditioning! I just don't think the car will ever be the same after this kind of disassembly; especially at 23 years old.

[@RobertDIY]

LOL More better.

[@Fruitimus]

the radio EQ at 14:02 :D

[@RobertDIY]

Lol, that's my child. 😂

[@lucasweiss2290]

Volvos are the rattle kings ..

[@RobertDIY]

Most old cars are.

[@Funckinnutcase]

So so video. Great to show me where the screws are but I wish you'd taken a little more time on the not so obvious parts, like the removal of the airbags and steering wheel. Would've helped if someone else was holding the camera too. I have to do this job and I feel a little better about it now but still not totally comfortable. Also, I wish you'd showed how to repair all the broken mounts if I can't find a new dash. All in all, on a scale of 1 - 10, I give it about a 5.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching. Let me know if you find a better one to link to.

[@bdento59]

Jesus, some people are never happy. Robert keep up the good work and ignore the naysayers, some people shouldn’t own tools.

[@andreykilin8806]

it's a big problem of these cars.

[@RobertDIY]

Yes it is. Built broke.

[@OO7RX7]

S70 interior is horid quality. Soo disappointed in you VOLVO

[@RobertDIY]

Hmmm, that's one of the 700 improvements Volvo made over the 850. LOLOL