Why does my Volvo 850 not start up?
If none of them are bad, fiddle with the cam sensor – I even sprayed one with carburetor cleaner and my girlfriend’s dead Volvo 850 sprung back to life. I’m replacing the sensor anyway since it’s very old, but a severe oil leak or dust buildup can hamper the operation of this vital little sensor and make your car dead in the water.
Why does my Volvo S70 not start up?
Air, fuel, and spark. The three ingredients of a beautiful explosion that make your car go vroom. As sensors age, they can accrue buildup or fail outright due to the wide range of temperatures a car’s engine exposes them to.
What makes the fuel pump fail on a Volvo?
Luckily, a Volvo can fail in the most predictable ways. In no particular order, here’s some of the most common failures to make a Volvo nothing more than a lifeless Swedish meatball. The red 103 relay controls the fuel pump and is easily replaceable.
Is the ETS light on on a 99-01 Volvo?
These throttle bodies (Electronic Throttle Modules) were never redesigned to the point where they were failure-proof, so any 99-01 Volvo with this style of ETM installed is ripe for failure at any time. Sometimes an ETS light will illuminate in the dash, and is usually accompanied by a rough running vehicle.
How to Shim the clutch on a Volvo 850?
Here’s how to shim the AC clutch on an 850, V70/XC70 up to 2000, S70, or C70. Do not use the high pressure port that is right up front above the radiator. That’s the high side for shops with pro AC refill equipment. Instead, move a couple items out of the way and use the AC low port.
Where is the low pressure line on a Volvo 850?
It is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment near the radiator and is marked with a “ 70NM ” [ Volvo 850 Low Pressure Line] The best photo documentation on how to get to the Volvo 850, S70 and V70 evaporator, period: Changing an Evaporator Core – in Pictures
Can a dead Volvo be a good car?
Whether you’re trying to get to work, go for a Sunday drive, or just want to get a bite to eat, a dead Volvo is a useless Volvo. Luckily, a Volvo can fail in the most predictable ways. In no particular order, here’s some of the most common failures to make a Volvo nothing more than a lifeless Swedish meatball.
What are the most common problems with 1993-2000 Volvos?
All 1993-2000 850, S70, C70 and V70 models (as well as most 2001 2007 S60, S80, V70 and XC 90 models) use a complicated crankcase vent system to prevent the build u of pressure inside the engine. Since the mid 70’s Volvo owners have had problems with this system clogging up with oil deposits.
Why does my 5 cylinder Volvo blow Blue Smoke?
The whiteblock 5-cylinder used in the Volvo 850, S70, and V70 all share a common problem that starts to crop up in their old age. If your Volvo blows blue smoke under acceleration after idling for a long period of time or immediately after a cold startup, chances are the valve stem seals have begun to fail.
What kind of oil does a 5 cylinder Volvo use?
As with most cars that are above 150,000 miles and beyond, they start to consume higher-than-acceptable amounts of oil. The whiteblock 5-cylinder used in the Volvo 850, S70, and V70 all share a common problem that starts to crop up in their old age.
What to do if your Volvo doesn’t start?
Even after you add fuel, your Volvo may not start. To get the car started, you may have to crank the engine quite a few times. Don’t crank the engine for more than 3 to 4 seconds at a time. Make sure to wait a couple of minutes between cranks. Volvo won’t start after an accident. Your Volvo may not start after an accident.
What’s the problem with my 1993-2000 850 S70?
All 1993-2000 850, S70, C70 and V70 models (as well as most 2001 2008 S60, S80, V70 and XC 90 models) use a plastic gas cap door hinge that commonly fails at around 60,000 miles or so. Not the end of the world, but it does leave your gas door hanging from the side of your Volvo, which doesn’t look too cool and is not good for the paint job!
What kind of washer do I use on my 1993-2000 850?
All 1993-2000 850, S70, C70 and V70 models (as well as most 2001 2008 S60, S80, V70 and XC 90 models) use a large rubber washer under the oil filler cap to provide a leak proof seal, which it does well until it ages and becomes rock hard.
Are there any problems with the Volvo system?
Volvo has had problems with this system since it was introduced in 1976. Volvo’s still run into the same issues on their newer models. Possibly in theory Volvos system is better, but in reality it gets overlooked and inevitably becomes clogged up and causes oil leaks and idle problems.
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Why does my Volvo Cem not turn on?
If you have been having intermittent electrical issues such as wipers randomly turning on, for example, CEM could be the problem. If your Volvo doesn’t start in extremely cold or hot weather, the CEM module could also be the culprit. This guide explains common Volvo CEM electrical problems.
What to do if no crank no start immobilizer is not working?
So if you cannot take out your key then check the fuses, all connectors and then you may have to check and make sure the connector to the module is tight (in the dash). One my old S40 I did a test and when I unplugged the module I could not take the key out. One I plugged it back in I was able to take it out.
Are there any problems with the air conditioning in a Volvo?
The Volvo Repair Database has a section dedicated to this stuff: AC and other climate control problems/fixes. Also see MVS posts with the Volvo air conditioning tag. These do overlap.