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Thermostat replacement 850 1995

posted by  someone claiming to be Syr850glt on  Sun Jan 23 03:58 CST 2005 [RELATED]

I suspect I have to replace the thermostat in my 95 850, it's just not heating up like it should. 2 questions.... do I need to drain the antifreeze to lower the fluid level? And, is there a gasket needed. I checked out the proceedure on Bay 13 and he covers a few things in the example. One thing he didn't mention is a gasket which is the reason for the question. Thanks for any comments.

Thom







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    Thermostat replacement 850 1995

    posted by  NormL on  Mon Jan 24 07:56 CST 2005
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    It seems none of you guys use any sealant around the gasket?? I've replaced four T-stats, two on 850s, and two on 960s (same basic engine), and always used a thin layer of Permatex Blue RTV. I've also always used a thin coat of sealant when replacing thermostats on other cars. How come I don't see this being recommended on the Volvo forum?








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      Thermostat replacement 850 1995

      posted by  Jot on  Mon Jan 24 08:22 CST 2005
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      There is a split O ring that does the sealing it attaches to the thermostat and is compressed by the housing








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    Thermostat replacement 850 1995

    posted by  Jack43 on  Mon Jan 24 06:36 CST 2005
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    Get the correct size torx bit. Thermostat with o ring about $8-9 at a parts store. Total job time about 15 minutes. No need to disconnect hose, just bend out of way. Don't bother to drain coolent, just top up after replacement.

    Simple job...








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    The only gasket needed is an O-ring 850 1995

    posted by  someone claiming to be cn on  Mon Jan 24 03:02 CST 2005 [RELATED]

    that wraps around the rim of the thermostat.

    NO gasket needed for the housing itself.
    (Some other cars use gasket around the housing, but not on the thermostat itself, such as BMW 1985 735 car).

    Hope this helps.

    cn








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    Thermostat replacement 850 1995

    posted by  SUNSCIRCUS on  Sun Jan 23 04:03 CST 2005
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    Here's a link to a step-by-step: How to Replace your Thermostat (with photos)
    http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/tstat.php

    --
    Ken








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      Thermostat replacement 850 1995

      posted by  someone claiming to be Syr850glt on  Sun Jan 23 04:09 CST 2005 [RELATED]

      Thanks.
      Thom








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        Thermostat replacement 850 1995

        posted by  Lilitchpin on  Mon Jan 24 05:19 CST 2005
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        I have 2 850s and have replaced 4 thermostats so far (you get about 80,000 to 100,000 miles before they fail)

        If you don't mind a little spillage - maybe a 1 cup, less if you are quick - no need to drain coolant as on http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/tstat.php Although if you haven't done a fluid change lately not a bad idea. But if you are looking to do change the t-stat quick only takes a few moments to do it (but wait for engine to cool first!)

        And I agree that a torx socket bit much better then screwdriver type and less likely to strip the torx bolt head.

        Good luck!







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