Intake manifold gaskets leak causing driveability issues on Volvo 850

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The intake manifold gasket can leak and cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate, idle speed to be erratic and a hard starting engine. A hissing noise can often be heard from the gasket area when the leak is bad enough. Removal of the intake manifold is needed to replace the gasket.

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Volvo 850 vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 161,000 miles
(161,000 - 161,000)

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