Draining the coolant

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.

NOTE:

To drain the system the ambient temperature should be higher than 20°C (68°F). If the engine is left running for a while (five minutes) before draining, the draining will be faster.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C System Service Valve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Draining is done via the service valve on the front
The A/C system is drained in approximately 25 minutes
Check for oil which may have run out when draining the coolant.

NOTE:

When trouble-shooting:

There are no high-pressure/low-pressure connections on the compressor. Therefore it is only possible to check if the pressure sensor works. Connection on vehicle service valve.