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 Apr 11, 2009 | 02:52 PM
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My wife was coming home from work this afternoon, and said the car would not go over 20mph. Oil was just changed a couple weeks ago. Oil level is fine, tranny fluid is at proper level. I can't seem to find anything. It is also raining here.
Anyone have any ideas or same issue?
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 03:18 PM
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Turbo?
If so did an intercooler hose blow off?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 08:22 AM
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yes it is a turbo. where should I look for disconnected hoses?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 08:29 AM
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At the top of the turbo,top of the intercooler and bottom of the intercooler. Also make sure the one going into the throttle body didn't blow out.

I had mine blow out at the wrong time once.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 09:30 AM
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I've blown one at the throttle body also. Think that may be the weakest spot in the system. You should be able to hear air leaking while under boost if you have a leak after the turbo.
If there's a leak before the turbo (between turbo and air meter) it could also be your problem.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2009 | 09:39 AM
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well, turns out it was the large 90degree hose at the top of the radiator that connects to the air pipe that runs to the throttle body. Blew a hole right in it! Of course, need to get from dealer, but easy fix. Thanks all.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2009 | 10:13 AM
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Wow, easy diagnose and Fix......... Good Luck!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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Glad you found it.
 
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