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.

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Old 01-21-2014, 03:30 PM
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hi all, (i have a 94 n/a 850 sedan) On the dash vent controls there is an air recirculation on/off switch (which i understand what it does). When the switch is on (closed) no sound, and when the switch is off (open) a rhythmic clicking occurs. guessing something is broken but not sure where to look to start. I will probably wait until the weather warms up before digging too deep. thanks in advance.
 
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Old 01-22-2014, 08:10 PM
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There is a lever on the motor that often breaks.

Go to 5:45 on this video. The part is located behind the glove box.

 
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It could be the shaft the motor operates has broken and you're hearing the motor trying to turn the door to it's proper position but just clicking against the shaft.
 
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Thanks guys, I'll look into that video, judging from the pics is seems the recirculation damper motor is it....so much to do in spring :-)
 
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Let us know what you find and photos are always appreciated
 
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