What does the check engine light mean on a Volvo?
If the check engine light in your Volvo starts flashing, that means that the problem needs sudden attention and your Volvo should be brought in today. This blinking light constantly indicates a strict engine misfire allowing unused fuel to be discarded into the exhaust system.
How do you reset the check engine light on a Volvo c70?
Anyway, here is how to reset the Service Engine light.
- Turn ignition key to Position I.
- Press and hold the trip reset button and wait for the trip mileage to reset to zero.
- Turn the key to Position II, and watch the trip miles.
- When the previously displayed miles reappears, release the button.
What causes a check engine light to come on in a Volvo?
Ranging from minor to major, a slew of things can trigger the check engine light to come on in your Volvo, including (but not limited to): 1 Loose gas cap 2 Faulty fuel injector 3 Blown gasket heads 4 Faulty oxygen sensors 5 Cracked and loose hoses 6 Faulty mass air flow sensor 7 Worn out spark plugs and wiring 8 Emission control system malfunction
Where is the OBD2 scanner on a Volvo?
Locate the OBD-II port under the dashboard. Turn ignition to position II. Do not start the engine. Press start without pressing the brake pedal will turn on the ignition. Turn on your OBD2 scanner. Allow it to communicate with the vehicle—next, press Read Codes.
What to do when your check engine light comes on?
No matter the situation, when the check engine light comes on in your Volvo, we always suggest stopping by our service center so one of our knowledgeable technicians can properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Our service technicians have the most up-to-date diagnostic equipment that can quickly read Volvo OBD-II Trouble Codes.
Why does my Volvo D13 engine keep cutting out?
Salt and corrosion is most likely the cause as the trucks that have this problem mainly works in coastal regions. Please train your truck wash people not to spray high pressure wash directly at the electronics and sensors in the engine bay and keep your sensor connectors under a watchful eye.