Use a Volvo crimp tool

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Crimp Tool

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The crimp tools from the repair kit p/n 9814235 will give a reliable result when used correctly.

Contact crimp tool, inhibitor function

The contact crimp tool has a ratchet which normally prevents a crimping operation from being aborted before the tool is at its final position (and the crimping operation correctly completed). The tool will then open automatically.

To abort a crimping operation when using the contact crimp tool see section To abort a terminal crimping operation .

Fig 2: Identifying Wrong Crimp Tool

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

Do NOT use this type of tool

Do not use this type of simple direct-acting crimping pliers which are intended for the home repairs and hobby market. The tool does not supply the necessary force required or meet Volvo quality standards to ensure reliable terminal crimping.