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240 Wagon tailgate wiring broken at hindges! How to Fix!?
Help, help. How to you repair, replace, renew, fix broken wire at tailgate hindges. Is there a fix kit for this common problem? Radio fuse #1, keeps blowing. Idiot light for headlights is intermitant...
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19 years ago
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240DL trembles and black smoke coming out if muffler
Hi, I recently posted a problem similar to this but yesterday it got worse. When I turn on my '89 240DL, the car starts trembling (it's a very noticeable tremble) and black smoke is coming out of the...
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19 years ago
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Adding an external Aplifier to a Volvo SC-805 stereo
I've got a SC-805 stereo and I want to add an external amp to drive a sub-woofer. On the back of the sc-805 there is a 6-pin mini din socket for a power amp and I know the pin-outs! My question is...
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20 years ago
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Submerged Volvos in Halifax Harbor? (2023 Update)
Here's a weird one: on our trip to Nova Scotia last year we spent a day in Halifax and visited the Marine Museum there. On the second floor, as part of a display covering the rich heritage of sinking...
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20 years ago
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In-Line Magnetic Filters for Volvo??
Anyone had any expereince with the product listed below? I added the URL so anyone could check it out.. it sounds a *little* like snake oil, but on the other hand might really work well... any idea?...
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20 years ago
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850 frame trap and oil leak
Our 850 has about 87K miles now. From 60+ miles, a rear oil leak was developed and I learned there is a frame trap which was clogged really bad, I cleaned it by carb sprayer really well and replaced...
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20 years ago
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OEM Volvo Radio problems, fixable, or replacable?
Hello, you lovely bunch of car folk :) My radio from my 93 240 is dying. When pushing in the nob, and clicking it to the center, I only hear audio out of my right speaker. After about 75% farther to...
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20 years ago
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Radio Code? Volvo 850 1995 n2.5s Estate
Hello, Did a daft thing. Removed and replaced battery. Radio needs default code entered to restart. I bought the car used and was told the code was the Volvo default. Does this make sense? I tried...
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20 years ago
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2003 S40 Immobilizer Light on Dash comes on at start and stays on
Anybody experience the dash Immobilizer warning/status light coming on and not going off until a restart. This happens about 50% of the time. Took it to the local dealer and after watching them work...
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20 years ago
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S80 Message "Brake Assist Service Required"
S80 Message - "Brake Assist Service Required" Has anyone received this message or does anyone out there know exactly what it means? I had the brake pads replaced recently, now just a feeks later, I am...
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20 years ago
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Italian Volvo 850 T-5 2.0 vs T-5 2.3
Does anyone know the differences between 2.0L (B5204T) and 2.3L (B5234T) Volvo 850 t-5 cars? I know that the engine stroke is shorter in 2.0 version and it has less HP and shorter MAX torque area than...
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how to remove 86 740 speaker grill
Hi! I have a 86 740 Turbo wagon, and the right front speaker is dead silent. I was told by the guy at the stereo shop that put in a jvc stereo two years ago that the factory speaker is gone. I am...
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20 years ago
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Where to buy IAC valve for Volvo 740
I am looking for a good source to buy a new or used IAC valve for a 1990 Volvo 740GL. [P/N 1389557] The only place I could find it was at and they want $202 for it. I was hoping to spend a little less...
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20 years ago
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Volvo 940 TD Auto - Turbo Probs
Hi, well here goes, I got a 940 TD auto and love this car 2 bits, however when I boot or accelerate sharply, the turbo light comes on and get a sooking noise (louder than usual). Runs like a dream...
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20 years ago
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Red engine block?
My engine block (the lower part) is painted red. I was asked to check with you folks if this is a standard factory thing or if this indicates a rebuild has been done. Anyone know if they painted...
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20 years ago
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direction lights at Volvo 340GL
Hello. As I use direction lights a lot (which is good) the crank has ceased to turn direction lights on. Couple of days before I had been unable to turn the undimmed lights on. Which part is broken?...
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20 years ago
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1983 Volvo 240DL manual overdrive question
When I recently got my '83 240 DL with manual transmission, I was told it was "only a 4-speed."I got it through an agent for elderly owners who would not be able to provide accurate information. It...
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20 years ago
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Remove C70 conv. rear headrests?
Does anyone know how to remove the rear seat headrests on a 2000 C70 convertible? This is just for one night - for a homecoming parade. We'll put 'em right back on after the parade. The girls will be...
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20 years ago
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1986 Volvo 240 GLE B230A running on very low rpm (idle), jumps like a kangaroo and stalls.
Hello, I have a problem with my car (1986 Volvo 240 GLE B230A). When I start the engine the car is running very poor on idle, but some times it runs fairly good until I use to accelerator pedal, and...
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20 years ago
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What is causing the whining noise in the fuel-pump?
I have a 1997 Volvo whose fuel-pump is making a loud whining noise. My mechanic checked and found the fuel-pressure normal. Any chance that a 10% Ethanol mix to the fuel may be causing the fuel-pump...
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20 years ago
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