Ipd 850, S/V/C 70 series 1998 Phenolic Spacer Installation Instructions
Below you will find brief information for Phenolic Spacer 850 S/V/C 70 series 1998. This spacer improves vehicle performance by modifying the intake manifold on your 1998 Volvo 850 S, V, or C70. The installation guide provides detailed steps to safely and effectively install the spacer, enhancing your vehicle's fun and safety. This involves removing various components, installing the spacer with new gaskets, and reassembling the engine components. Torque specifications are provided for all fasteners.
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Installation Instructions
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All 850 Models, S/V/C 70 series 1998 only ipd #25.0025
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SUGGESTED TOOLS
• Metric Wrenches • Metric Sockets • Rachet • Flat Blade Screwdriver
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• Always support the vehicle with jack stands before working underneath
• Use only the parts supplied by ipd to install this kit
• Check ALL the fasteners for tightness before and after road testing the vehicle
• Do not use air impact wrench when re-installing bolts as stripped threads may resul rEMOVaL
1 Read instructions completely before starting work.
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2 Ensure the engine is completely cooled off before proceeding with installation. Do not start installation on a warm or hot engine.
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Locate and remove the torx 25 fastener on the throttle cover and remove it and the cover.
4 Remove the fuel injector cover by pulling it away from the engine toward the front of the car.
5 Disconnect the injector harness for all 5 injectors.
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Remove the air intake tube by squeezing the end and pulling it free from the core support.
7 Loosen the two clamps on the upper intercooler outlet tube (7mm).
8 Remove the upper intercooler outlet tube.
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9 Remove the oil dipstick and transmission dipstick to prevent accidental breakage, note the level of engine oil on the dipstick.
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Remove the cap from the fuel injector rail test port.
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*The next step involves relieving the fuel pressure from the fuel rail, if you are inexperienced in this process consult a service manual for more information*
Using a flat blade screwdriver gently press the Schrader valve in the fuel rail, use a shop towel to absorb the fuel as it exits the rail.
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12 Use a 17mm and 14mm wrench to loosen the fuel inlet line.
13 Use a flat blade screw driver to loosen the clamp on the fuel return line.
14 Remove the fuel return line from the fuel rail.
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15 Remove the two 10mm bolts from the fuel rail.
16 Remove the fuel rail with injectors from the intake manifold. Using a pair of needle nose pliers you can gently persuade each of the injectors loose of the intake manifold then remove the assembly.
17 Finally remove fuel pressure regulator vacuum line from the vacuum tree and set the fuel rail and injector assembly aside.
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18 Remove the six torx 30 screws holding the top engine cover in place.
19 Remove the top engine cover.
20 Remove the ventilation hose from the top of the engine as shown.
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21 For cars with EGR remove the egr pipe using a
22mm wrench.
22 For cars with EGR remove the EGR temp sensor connector.
23 There are 7 bolts holding the intake manifold to the engine, only the top row of bolts require removal, the intake manifold lower bolt holes are slotted so the manifold can lift off them even while they are still screwed into the cylinder head.
24 Loosed all 7 bolts and remove the three bolts on the top row of the intake manifold. You can use a
10mm wrench and socket to access them as shown.
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25 The far left bolt on the manifold can seem difficult to reach, a straight socket extension and shallow socket are necessary.
26 Remove the 12mm bolt holding the oil dip stick tube in place.
27 Remove the dipstick tube from the engine.
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28 Remove the 12mm bolt holding the intake manifold to its support bracket, it is hard to see so you’ll be working blind. Note the angle and depth of the wrench in the picture for reference to the bolts location.
29 Lift the manifold up slightly to access the vacuum line on the passenger side and remove it.
30 Now slip the upper engine ventilation hose down through the manifold as shown.
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31 Lift the manifold up and using a cord or strap secure it up out of the way, pay attention to the remaining vacuum lines and position of the manifold so you have room to work without stressing the lines as they may be brittle from age.
32 Remove the remaining intake manifold bolts and intake manifold gasket.
33 Locate the intake manifold support bracket, remove the 12mm bolt holding it to the engine block.
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34 Using the included bolt, washer and spacer install the intake manifold support bracket back to the engine as shown torque to 15 ft lbs.
35 Install the new gaskets and Ipd intake manifold spacer as shown, do not install the top row of three bolts at this time.
36 Lay the intake manifold back into position and guide the upper engine ventilation hose in between the #1 and #2 cylinder runners.
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37 Reconnect the vacuum line to the passenger side vacuum port on the end of the intake manifold.
38 Position the intake manifold onto the lower row of bolts and install the 3 bolts on the top row by hand, Do not fully tighten at this time.
39 Reconnect the upper engine ventilation hose to its port, cut the old clamp off with cutters, and using the supplied clamp fasten it in place.
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40 Reinstall the 12mm bolt to the intake manifold support bracket, tighten to 15 ft lbs
41 Tighten the 7 intake manifold bolts to 14 ft lbs
42 Reinstall the EGR pipe and tighten firmly for cars equipped
43 Reconnect the EGR temp sensor connector for cars equipped
44 Reinstall the oil dipstick tube with the supplied O-ring and its 12mm bolt. Tighten to 12 ft lbs
45 The spacing of the manifold will move the dipstick tube away from the block by 10mm, this can be combated by reinstalling the dipstick tube slightly rotated clockwise and adjusting the bracket downward by approx 0.250 inch.
46 Reinstall the fuel rail and injectors, use some light lubricant to lubricate the injector o-rings prior to installation.
47 Reconnect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum line to the vacuum tree
48 Reinstall the two 10mm bolts to the fuel rail and tighten to 8 ft lbs
49 Reconnect the injector harness to all 5 injectors.
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50 Reconnect the fuel inlet line using a 17mm and 14mm wrench
51 Reconnect the fuel return line and secure it’s clamp
52 Reinstall the top engine cover and it’s 6 torx 30 fasteners, tighten to 7 ft lbs.
53 Reinstall the fuel injector cover.
54 Reinstall the intercooler outlet tube and tighten its two clamps.
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55 Reinstall the throttle cover and its torx 25 screw
56 Reinstall the air inlet tube
57 Reinstall the transmission dipstick
58 Reinstall the dipstick and check the level. Compare to the reading taken before and adjust the dipstick tube downward if necessary until the new reading matches
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ipd warrants to the original purchaser that the parts manufactured and/or sold by ipd (the Product) is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. ipd warrants that the Product will perform substantially in accordance with the specifications set forth in the documentation provided with it. The above express warranties are made for a period of the lesser of 12,000 miles or 12 months from the date the Product is installed in your vehicle.
Any improper use, operation beyond capacity, substitution of parts not approved by ipd in writing, any alteration or repair by others, or any removal, defacing or altering of the identification shall void this warranty. There is no warranty on high-performance or race related parts due to the nature of usage.
The purchaser shall notify ipd at 1-800-444-6473 of any defect within the warranty period no later than thirty (30) days after purchaser discovers the defect. Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the warranty period, ipd shall, on notification, correct the nonconformity at its option, either by repairing any defective part, or by making available, FOB ipd’s plant, a repaired or replacement part. The purchaser must insure any defective item being returned because ipd does not assume risk of loss or damage while in transit. No payment or reimbursement shall be made for installation, removal, transportation or other charges. The remedies set forth in this instrument are exclusive, and the liability of ipd with respect to any sale shall not exceed the price of the product on which the liability is based.
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WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. ipd shall not in any case be liable for special, incidental, consequential, indirect, or other similar damages arising from any breach of these warranties even if ipd or its agent has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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