Silicone Hose Kit for Volvo S70 V70 (1998-2000) Black

Reinforced Silicone Coolant Hose Kit for 1998-2000 Volvo S70, V70 (P80)

What it Does: The Reinforced Silicone Coolant Hose Kit replaces aged, failure-prone factory EPDM rubber radiator and cooling lines on the 1998-2000 Volvo S70 and V70 to eliminate hose degradation and prevent high-pressure coolant blowouts.

The Stock Volvo S70,V70 Rubber Degradation Vulnerability

Factory coolant hoses on the P80 chassis suffer severe electrochemical degradation and thermal fatigue after decades of heat cycling. In turbocharged inline-five configurations such as the B5234T and B5254T, sustained operating temperatures and repeated boost cycles cause original EPDM rubber to soften, expand under pressure, and develop internal micro-fissures. This leads to ballooning hoses, split hose necks, and sudden loss of cooling pressure. A single burst line under the factory 150 kPa cooling system cap quickly induces localized head warping and head gasket failure on Volvo whiteblock engines.

The Engineering Solution

Engineered as a direct-fit overhaul, this 8-piece kit utilizes multi-layer 3-ply reinforced silicone with an overall 4.5 mm wall thickness to withstand extreme engine bay heat ranging from -65°F to 500°F. The polyester reinforcement weave resists high-pressure expansion, fluid surge pressures, and oil contamination far beyond vulcanized rubber limits. Each hose is molded precisely to factory contours, ensuring direct alignment with stock radiator inlet and outlet bungs, thermostat housings, and heater matrix connections without pinching or restricting coolant flow. Stainless steel worm-drive clamps provide uniform radial tension to eliminate cold leaks.

What's Included

• 8 Silicone Radiator and Coolant Hoses (Black, 3-ply, 4.5 mm wall thickness)
• 3 Large Stainless Steel Worm-Drive Clamps
• 2 Medium Stainless Steel Worm-Drive Clamps
• 8 Small Stainless Steel Worm-Drive Clamps

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 1998-2000 Volvo S70 (All models and trims)
• 1998-2000 Volvo V70 (All models and trims including AWD/R)
• 1997 Volvo 850 T-5
• Note: Does NOT fit 2001-2004 Volvo V70 (P2 generation chassis).

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the P80 S70,V70?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1998-2000 Volvo S70 and V70 equipped with the B5234T and B5254 engine families on the P80 platform. It does not fit 2001-2004 V70 models, which utilize the P2 chassis platform and a revised cooling layout.

Do I need to pressure-test the cooling system after installing these hoses?

Yes, drain the system completely prior to removal, replace hoses sequentially to maintain orientation, torque clamps securely, and perform a pressure test up to factory cap pressure to ensure leak-free seals before vehicle operation.

The Volvo Engineering Precision

Built to meet strict European cooling standards, this silicone line set delivers dependable thermal stability and burst resistance across high-stress driving conditions without requiring bracket or core modifications.