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 06-27-2009, 10:58 PM
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i have blue smoke when i stop on my 96 850 turbo wagon
but after 30 sec the smoke is gone and drives great am i off with thinking valve guide seals do you guys have any other ideas
if i change the seals do i need any special tools to do the work
am i able to do it with just taking off the valve cover
thanks for looking guys this site is great lost of wonderful help
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Old 06-28-2009, 07:30 AM
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Have you changed the vent box and the lines yet?
If not I would start with them.
 
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were is the vent box and what lines are you talking about sorry new to the whole volvo
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Old 06-28-2009, 09:09 AM
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The vent box is on the front of the motor.
Here is a basic diagram of the system.
http://www.fcpgroton.com/product-exe...category_id/63

Valve seals rarely go bad on these cars.
 
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just to much pressure on the motor you think then
 
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Yes crank case pressure to high.
 
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