My battery went flat today after leaving the lights on!! 'funny that' now obviously radio needs a code but more important the alarm no longer works...

Fatboy

11-10-2006 04:28 PM
Michael Pardee

Hi, The subject line says it all -- looking for the best places for rims/wheels for snow tires for 855 Volvo GLT wagon? Thanks in advance,

Rich Court

11-10-2006 09:01 AM
Roadie

As follow-up on the problem I was having with the speedometer/odometer in my '89 240 wagon... Replacing the 25-tooth gear fixed the odometer...

Perry Noid

11-09-2006 08:28 PM
Perry Noid

I'm trying to remove the rear brake disc on a 2004 volvo s60. I have everything clearer away (removed the caliper, caliper bracket and disc retaining...

superhawk@sympatico.ca

11-09-2006 06:51 PM
superhawk@sympatico.ca

Hi I just aquired an 85 Volvo 740GLE turbo-diesel with only 133000 miles on it. It has a few problems but I think they are easily fixed (mostly...

Keith Porter

11-09-2006 11:01 AM
Roadie

When I start the car the red LED lights on the Recycle and Air-Cond switches cycle on and off for about 20 seconds and then go off. ...

Bert

11-09-2006 07:49 AM
Mike F

I started up today, and noticed that when the car is in neutral (clutch pushed in), the idle sits around 850rpm. sometimes it will drop down...

theo.chan@gmail.com

11-09-2006 04:36 AM
theo.chan@gmail.com

My fiance and I are looking for a good home for our 1989 240 DL Wagon. We bought it used several years ago and have really loved it. We took decent...

berrit@aol.com

11-08-2006 09:27 PM
don

Thanks a lot for the really helpful information! Now I know, I can get such a car. Thanks again to all your replies. Bart

Bart

11-08-2006 04:48 PM
rhodyman

the car: '89 240 wagon, auto transmission. About 233K miles the problem: Speedometer stopped working this morning the story: about 3 weeks ago, the...

Perry Noid

11-08-2006 02:45 PM
James Sweet

A friend at work has this car (I think I go the year right), and she says that the heater isn't working well, even with the climate control cranked...

mjc

11-08-2006 09:03 AM
Mike F

my volvo v70 has developed a problem. The heaters have have stoped working the engine management light has come on, and when you stop the car the fan...

Bladder

11-08-2006 09:01 AM
Mike F

1991 Volvo 240 Sedan, Automatic, 116k +/- miles Noticing my idle does not change when I engage the air conditioning as stated in the Bentley manual...

lucidlamp

11-08-2006 08:59 AM
Mike F

How would you like to buy a late model car, truck, or van for $500? Incredible bargains are waiting for buyers like you, at government auctions, held...

ssplsxvpgeuk@yahoo.com

11-08-2006 04:10 AM
ssplsxvpgeuk@yahoo.com

I Know this is an Ole Post! I have a 1995 850 Turbo with the same problem. But this is what I need to Know...Do this have anything to do with my...

MrsVolvo850

11-07-2006 02:16 PM
Roadie

We recently had the driver-side visor lose its ability to stay in position (out of the way). Read on this newsgroup that a new visor + labour is...

Inno

11-07-2006 10:47 AM
byrocat

I have a 940 automatic volvo with 156000 on clock. This problem has got me stumped and the mechanic is scratching his head too. The car is dying at...

clare

11-06-2006 04:51 PM
mdrawson

AM going to buy a compression tester for 92 Volvo 740 w/ B230FT engine. The spark plug type is Q16RU11. Need to know what size adapter I will need...

geronimo

11-06-2006 04:04 PM
James Sweet

If you have a 760 V6 GLE of about 87/88 and you have an external air temperature gauge with lcd type display......... does it light up with the...

R G Green

11-06-2006 04:04 PM
James Sweet

i have a 95 volvo 960 with a v6 engine and rwd what do u think is best.thanks

SAMUEL

11-06-2006 12:37 PM
Roadie

Hi there I am a long time BMW owner and self repairer (520i 1984) My old BM gives me no trouble whatsoever and it is still low tech enough to fix...

jom

11-06-2006 11:59 AM
Blackbird-EBOS

* Group name: Vehicles A Place for Repair Information, Sales, Texh support, Links, Software, all error codes, * Group home page:...

Scott Smith

11-06-2006 06:38 AM
Scott Smith

(Or anyone else) Re: 1992 Volvo 740 turbo 4-cyl in line.... I know you are familiar with these 740 cars. I rechecked the codes being set, and the...

geronimo

11-05-2006 05:06 PM
James Sweet

apreciate any help on how to remove the fuel pump out of the fuel tank. Mine is leaking and need to replace it. Thank you

Akram

11-05-2006 12:13 PM
Akram

Hi folks... I know someone with an 850 (automatic gearbox). Every now and again the car will stall and not restart unless left to rest for a...

Allan

11-05-2006 01:58 AM
LaVerne Davenport

I have a 1990 765 TiC and my transmission is failing...my options appear to be rebuild or replace. I have contacted a guy who had a 1990 744 and is...

ChampaignTurbo

11-04-2006 08:21 PM
James Sweet

Hi - I'm trying to revive a 1992 940 Turbo sedan which has been parked for one year. The battery is dead and won't take a charge, so I want...

heftone

11-04-2006 07:28 PM
~^ beancounter ~^

Hi, I've pretty new Volvo S40 (2005), and I'm wondering is it possible to connect some AUX device (like MP3 player) to Volvo sound system? The sound...

JH

11-04-2006 08:25 AM
Lars Peder Kidmose

Thanks to all who responded to my previous post about installing a new starter. I did, it worked, but alas the fuel pump relay was also to blame. ...

Skonnie

11-03-2006 10:35 PM
Skonnie

I have tried to reset the time for regular service message on my XC90 by having the ignition in position 1 holding down the trip reset on T1 and...

armadav300

11-03-2006 06:06 PM
CarSon

Hi folks... I need to buy a Tie Rod Assembly for my 240. Just wondering - are scantech parts good quality? Thanks for reading... Allan

Allan

11-03-2006 04:49 PM
John Horner

Just to try you guys in the know with another question. My 940 automatic has a button on the stick which will disengage low gear I( think )to make it...

clare

11-03-2006 12:00 PM
Robert

I have a volvo 1998 S70 (non-turbo) and I would like to install the Amp ? Any help would be greatly appreciated (i.e URL, instruction etc). Many...

Ottawa Vehicles

11-02-2006 11:07 AM
Burtonio

My mechanic has had to put now THREE alternators in my XC70. Is this bizarre? I'm worried about the third one since the previous two lasted a week....

jhuddy12345

11-02-2006 11:07 AM
Roadie

Grateful for any help with the following as this is really puzzling me and has just failed its MOT because of the rear lights. With the ignition off...

alanrinstead@yahoo.co.uk

11-01-2006 01:50 PM
alanrinstead@yahoo.co.uk

1999 Volvo S80 T6 ... wipers just suddenly stopped working. It sounds like the motor may still be working, but the wipers do not move in the least. ...

Bill from www.rlstate.com

11-01-2006 10:21 AM
Mr. V

I am wondering how i identify the type of transmission type i have. The Ower's Manual refers to a AW5 and AW4 and the fluid type is quite...

lfw

10-31-2006 01:11 PM
John Horner

I have a volvo 1998 S70 (non-turbo) and I wonder what is the rear door speaker size ? Also, do you know if the wire connection are there to intall...

Ottawa Vehicles

10-31-2006 11:23 AM
Ottawa Vehicles

Station wagons have achieved respectability at http://www.washtimes.com/autoweekend/20061026-125147-9587r.htm

Mike

10-30-2006 08:23 PM
~^ beancounter ~^

I have a 98 V70 and I replaced the Valve at the top of the motor that runs down to the Air pump 3 weeks ago. At the time I replaced the valve I...

Alan@aseidner.com

10-30-2006 03:52 PM
Alan@aseidner.com

I would like to purchase or lease a new Volvo for my wife, however I have no idea how to buy a new car. Does anyone really know how to get a good...

Matt Nasca

10-30-2006 04:45 AM
mjc

"James Sweet" <jamessweet (AT) hotmail (DOT) com> wrote The 740 is no easier than the 240 (haven't done a 240, but I'll take your word!). The...

pkallis

10-29-2006 10:48 PM
pkallis

Hi!! It's my wedding and My V740 :)) : http://tiny.pl/rwj9 -- Jarek (SQ1EUO) - V740 B230F + LPG (1988) sq1euo (AT) wp (DOT) pl GG: 1277234

sq1euo

10-29-2006 05:13 PM
Jaroslaw Keczyn

Just started leaking from driver's side end. I am thinking FCP Groton or other rebuilt rather than DIY... thoughts? What's the job like? tia

jimb

10-29-2006 04:33 PM
Glenn

fmissel wrote: According to the article on MathewsVolvoSite which you really want to read thoroughly, the part he used was VW part 021 959 253C,...

bullshark

10-29-2006 04:13 PM
M

what is the best SNOW tire size for my 88 volvo 240DL? thanks kevin

mgcarma

10-29-2006 01:45 AM
John Horner

Hi there, So, I have been thinking, is there a way to set up an "auxillary" temp gauge that does not go through that "finicky"...

mgcarma

10-28-2006 12:54 PM
James Sweet

Hi there, So, I have been thinking, is there a way to set up an "auxillary" temp gauge that does not go through that "finicky"...

mgcarma

10-28-2006 12:50 PM
mgcarma

New google Vehicle group Please join and help us grow. Tech info on repiars, buying, selling, codes, good models, plus much more. * Group name:...

Scott Smith

10-28-2006 06:26 AM
Scott Smith

Can a bad muffler cause the check engine light in my '96 850 wagon to come on? I had noticed the car was getting a little louder and then the...

Atif

10-28-2006 12:54 AM
Michael Pardee