Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

'96 850 GLT Debauchery

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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 07:32 PM
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Default '96 850 GLT Debauchery

Just acquired a 1996 850GLT US version.
While trying to repair the ABS I have made the following discovery.
It seems the previous owner had the front left steering knuckle replaced with the wrong part.
The car came to me with what looks like the WSS from a s70 or the like spliced in.
Closer examination reveals that the mounting hole is smaller in the knuckle and won't accept the OEM 850 Wheel Speed Sensor.
The installed sensor is a 2wire Active Wheel Speed sensor so it doesn't work.
Anyone know if there is a smaller diameter passive wheel speed sensor that will fit in this wrong knuckle?
Thanks in advance
 
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Old Dec 28, 2015 | 07:16 AM
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No, I do not know of an alternate part. I would suggest that you get the correct steering knuckle and WSS. It will most likely be simpler in the long run!
 
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Old Jan 4, 2016 | 08:42 PM
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Probably a $12 junk yard part.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2016 | 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by rspi
Probably a $12 junk yard part.
I'm with him Get the right parts as it's steering AND brakes !!
 
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Old Jan 20, 2016 | 11:29 PM
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Done deal.
Used part came with ABS sensor . Installed and working.
Just had to tweak the wheel alignment and install wiring harness repair kit back to fusebox.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2016 | 12:13 AM
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Life is good.

Now hopefully you have working ABS.
 
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