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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO1993850 L5-2.4L VIN 55 B5254SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSENGINE - THREAD RECONDITIONINGCYLINDER BLOCK AND INTERMEDIATE SECTION
1993 Volvo 850 L5-2.4L VIN 55 B5254S
Cylinder Block and Intermediate Section
1993 Volvo 850 L5-2.4L VIN 55 B5254SSECTION Cylinder Block and Intermediate Section
RECONDITIONING THREADS, CYLINDER BLOCK AND INTERMEDIATE
SECTION

The table, which is continued, shows which threaded holes in the cylinder block and intermediate section can be reconditioned and which thread inserts to use.
The table also shows drill depth and drill diameter sizes, as well as the part number for the respective thread insert.
Note
Holes with the designation B2 and V3 must not be reconditioned with thread inserts (the part must be replaced).
CYLINDER BLOCK AND INTERMEDIATE SECTION

Intermediate Section, Bottom View

Cylinder Block, Bottom View

Cylinder Block and Intermediate Section, View From Left

The table which is continued, shows which threaded holes in the cylinder block and intermediate section can be reconditioned and which thread inserts to use. The table also shows drill depth and drill size as well as the part number for the respective thread insert.
Note
Holes with the designation H4, H5, BV3, BV5, BV10 and BV21 must not be reconditioned with thread inserts (the part must be replaced).

Right Side of Cylinder Block With Intermediate Section

Cylinder Block, Top View

Front Side of Cylinder Block with Intermediate Section

Rear Side of Cylinder Block with Intermediate Section
SECTION
The table, which is continued, shows which threaded holes in the cylinder block and intermediate section can be reconditioned and which thread inserts to use.
The table also shows drill depth and drill diameter sizes, as well as the part number for the respective thread insert.
Note
Holes with the designation B2 and V3 must not be reconditioned with thread inserts (the part must be replaced).
CYLINDER BLOCK AND INTERMEDIATE SECTION
Intermediate Section, Bottom View
Cylinder Block, Bottom View
Cylinder Block and Intermediate Section, View From Left
The table which is continued, shows which threaded holes in the cylinder block and intermediate section can be reconditioned and which thread inserts to use. The table also shows drill depth and drill size as well as the part number for the respective thread insert.
Note
Holes with the designation H4, H5, BV3, BV5, BV10 and BV21 must not be reconditioned with thread inserts (the part must be replaced).
Right Side of Cylinder Block With Intermediate Section
Cylinder Block, Top View
Front Side of Cylinder Block with Intermediate Section
Rear Side of Cylinder Block with Intermediate Section
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.