falt code reader and engine type

Hi guys help needed firstly my volvo is a 850 t5 m reg 1995 i do not have the code reader by the ash tray can you tell me where it would be and what reader / connectors i can buy to plug in also how do i find out what type of engine i have cheers:mumbles:

thanks for that mate now just need to know what engine i have b???????? and i need to get an adapter and code reader so i can plug the car into my laptop

Laptop will not work on a car with the diagnostic connector behind the headlamp. You need a Volvo scan tool or use the flash codes as the link says. Engine code should be on a paper sticker on the cam belt cover an 850 T5 should be B5234T.