The radiator recently went on my 95 850glt manual, so its time to replace. Ive looked around a bit, and it seems that all of the 94+ radiators are interchangeable regardless of turbo/non or automatic/manual. Just wanted to make sure before i go out and buy the wrong radiator.

Also, when removing the old one, how difficult is it to do from the top? several sites with write-ups that ive come across have it being taken out the bottom, however i came across this post where he said he did it out the top. is it doable?

https://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-...t-report-1890/

 

Not sure if the N/A would work on a turbo cause of the oil cooler but,
Doing the radiator from the top is defiantly possible, and my view is that is a little easier especially if you dont have a lift.

here is a good walkthru --->Volvospeed - Radiator Replacement

 

Mine broke 2 weeks ago. I thought about changing it myself, but at end decided to do the safe thing and take it to my mechanic. Boy, did I make the right decision!

The lower bolt on the radiator mount had rusted and seized. It took them 3.5 hours, during which we had to break the old radiator in bits so we can get a blow torch to cut that bolt.

I'm not saying it happens on every radiator change, but things can definitely go wrong, even with such a simple and straightforward job.

 

I just did mine recently, followed the instructions and did it from the bottom. Easy enough, clean all bits when you have them out.

 

Im gettin my radiator tommorow and i have a pretty good hunch they sent me an automatic one. any ideas on how to effectively cover up hole for the transmission cooler? are there any caps or covers i can just throw on there and secure with a clamp?

 

Just leave the lines alone, they are fine. No need to cap or seal off.

 

I would just cover them, stuff something in there so no dirt or worms or other living organisms don't get inside the plastic tank.