The service and repair manual for the 1987 Volvo 760 — 2.8L V6 and 2.3L I4 engines, 2 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Volvo published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.8L V6 — 174 cu in, SOHC 2.3L I4 — 141 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged |
| Trims | GLE Wagon 4-Door · GLE Sedan 4-Door |
| Federal record | 2 recalls · 13 complaints · 10 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1987 760 manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 69
- General Information 1,399
- Accessories & Equipment 113
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 98
- Body & Frame 94
- Maintenance 107
- Brakes 110
- Restraints 48
- Drivelines & Axles 22
- Steering 56
- Electrical 108
- Suspension 29
- Engine Mechanical 204
- Transmission 90
- Engine Performance 439
- Application Ft. Lbs (N.m) 760
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1987 760
- Electrical System — wiring › front underhood · 87V064000A short circuit and malfunctioning of the electricalsystem, as well as charring of the wiring insula.
- Seat Belts — front › anchorage · 91V075000Consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of inj.
Owners have filed 13 complaints and Volvo has issued 10 technical service bulletins for the 1987 760. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1987 760 manual
Is this manual specific to the 1987 760?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1987 model year, covering the 2.8L V6 and 2.3L I4 across the GLE Wagon 4-Door, GLE Sedan 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for this year.
What 1987 760 problems does it help with?
2 recalls are on federal record for the 1987 760, covering electrical system, seat belts. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Volvo dealers.
Does it include 1987 760 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1987 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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