Can a key error cause a Volvo to not start?
Couldn’t start my Volvo due to Key Error. Called assistance and he fixed it by hitting the key with a screwdriver. What could be the error? – Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Stack Exchange Couldn’t start my Volvo due to Key Error. Called assistance and he fixed it by hitting the key with a screwdriver.
What to do when your ignition key won’t turn?
If for example the front wheels are pointing to the left, then go inside your vehicle, step on the brake, and turn the steering wheel MORE to the left, then WITHOUT RELEASING pressure, try and turn the key to start your engine. Now if your front wheels are pointing to the right, use the same method, but turn the steering wheel to the right instead!
Why does my car not start when I hit the key?
It could be that the vibrations from hitting the key were enough to overcome the resistance and allow the key to be recognized & the car started. It’s a relatively simple job to get to and clean the connector, which might be good preventative maintenance.
How to lock and unlock a Volvo XC70?
So put key in ignition, turned key to position three and tapped it two or three times with back of screwdriver handle and the car burst into life. Magical screwdriver now kept in glove box should the need arise.?? Lock and unlock the door 5 times. See this post: http://www.harikari.com/technology/volvo-xc70-immobilizer-see-manual.html
Why is my Volvo S40 ( 06 ) not starting?
My Volvo S40 (06) would not start when I turned the ignition key. I got a message that was somewhat like “Key Error, please try again”. I tried with both my keys so it wasn’t the key itself. I think I could hear some relay clicking in the on position.
What are the issues with the 08 XC70?
Hi to all of you new owners of the 08 XC70. Here are some of the issues I’m having. 1. Power tailgate motor failure. Had in into the dealership five times now. Still not resolved. 2. Adaptive steering in not consistent. I start in low but get high stiff steering. Setting is set at low force.
What was the problem with my Volvo 2.0D?
Few months ago now and no further problems. Fingers crossed. Had the same problem with my 2.0D V50 137000 miles on the clock never had a problem with the immobiliser before. Was waiting to pick daughter up from work engine running okay, turned engine off for a few minutes whilst waiting for her.
When does Volvo immobilizer say ” See manual “?
Immobilizer doesn’t warn you when you’ve tripped it; it waits till you try to start your car. The day we were sent home I went to the car so I could pull up front and load my wife and son. Car would not start. “ Immobilizer. See Manual ,” read the message board.
What is the fault code for a Volvo?
There are some more common Volvo error codes. P0243 – P0250 Insufficient pressure in the pressurization system (only for turbo) For the old Volvo (until 1995) in the work of the engine errors are most characteristic. 134 Faulty injection relay. 143 Knock sensor defective.
What causes intermittent electrical problems in a Volvo?
A CEM module (or corroded connections at CEM) trigger intermittent electrical problems. Here are some problems you may notice. Brake, please make a safe stop error on the dashboard. Ignition issues, can’t start the car. Waring Lights Come On / Indicators failure. Wipers turn on randomly. Steering wheel hard to turn.