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Originally Posted by riffbiker
@turboboy:
Yes, there are suspension and shock absorber codes on the main ID plate, the same plate as the VIN but the right hand column, fifth down. It is a collection of seven letters. The rear shock absorber code is fourth from the left (also fourth from the right), the rear spring is fifth from the left (third from the right).
My understanding for an 850 (and presumably P80 chassis V70 Ph1) is there are different components to swap out a Nivomat for standard suspension. The Rear Shock Upper Mount Support Plate is different as I think are the two flange bolts holding it. The spring itself is different of course, and its bottom retainer plate and coned 'helper spring' (inside the spring coils) and upper mount might be different as well (or not fitted / fitted). You really need to check it with a main Volvo dealership spares dept.
Hope this helps. Best. RB
Link to ID Plate Location and Decoder
https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/tech/PlateLocation.pdf |
Well I finally got around to looking at the ID plate and the two codes are "E' and "V" for Shock and Spring.
Does anyone know what these mean? I have had no luck searching as it appears that you need a dealer level computer system to decode to part numbers. My local dealer is friendly but they do stare blankly at each other when you ask a question about "old" volvos.
Have checked and confirmed that the current set-up is conventional, but wonder if the car had been converted from Nivomats by a previous owner.