The service and repair manual for the 2008 Volvo C70 — the 2.5L I5 engine, 1 trim. 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 | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.5L I5 — 154 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged |
| Trims | T5 Convertible 2-Door |
| Federal record | 3 recalls · 24 complaints · 70 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2008 C70 manual






03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 211
- Engine Performance 9,388
- Accessories & Equipment 24,543
- General Information 1,506
- Body & Frame 8,575
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 3,113
- Brakes 4,702
- Maintenance 42
- Collision 169
- Restraints 1,267
- Drivelines & Axles 110
- Steering 2,303
- Electrical 15,030
- Suspension 468
- Engine Mechanical 1,123
- Transmission 1,400
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2008 C70
- Steering — hydraulic power assist › hose, piping, and connections · 08V329000This can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of.
- Equipment — other › labels · 11V508000A misprinted label could lead to improper tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, incre.
- Equipment — electrical › navigational system(global positioning system) · 10V566000An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Owners have filed 24 complaints and Volvo has issued 70 technical service bulletins for the 2008 C70. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2008 C70 manual
Is this manual specific to the 2008 C70?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2008 model year, covering the 2.5L I5 across the T5 Convertible 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for this year.
What 2008 C70 problems does it help with?
3 recalls are on federal record for the 2008 C70, covering steering, equipment. 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 2008 C70 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2008 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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