What to do if your Volvo is stalling?
If the battery is low, use a battery charger to recharge it, or drive at highways speeds for half an hour or so. If the battery is failing and is not holding a charge, time to buy a new battery. NOTE: Low voltage can adversely affect the operation of the ignition system and fuel injectors, causing stalling and misfiring.
Why does my Volvo engine stall when the a / C is on?
If the A/C compressor is binding up, possibly due to a lack of lubrication, internal wear or an over-charged A/C system (too much refrigerant), it may be lugging down the engine when it is engaged. If the problem only occurs when the A/C is on, there is an issue with the compressor.
What causes a car to stall at idle?
A good charging system should produce about 13.5 to 14.5 volts at idle. Stalls like this are often ignition-related and happen when the engine loses spark. The underlying cause is often a bad crankshaft position sensor, or sometimes a failing ignition coil (if the engine has only one coil).
Why does my Volvo stall at idle RPM?
If the problem only occurs when the A/C is on, there is an issue with the compressor. If the battery is run down and the alternator is working hard to recharge it, the increases load on the engine may pull down the idle rpm to the point where it causes the engine to stall.
What kind of problem does a Volvo have?
Well, my Volvo did it again today. At 7:00 AM and 65 F temperature, it started and drove fine as I got my morning coffee. Six hours later, after sitting in the hot California sun on this 90 F day, it failed to start in my driveway… Have you experienced volvo stalling problems?
What happens when the fuel pump fails in a Volvo?
If the engine has spark, it may have died due to a loss of fuel pressure. When fuel pumps fail, they usually just quit with little or no warning. The engine usually won’t restart and the vehicle has to be towed in for repairs.