It's all held together under the intake manifold by vacuum. just pull it and clean it out with carb cleaner. IPDUSA.com sells a flametrap relocation kit that take the same time to install as a service usually does, it's worth every penny
On a 240 Volvo (which basically should have the same engine) it is directly under the intake manifold. On a 1985-740 previous comment is right On a 1990-740, driver side, on top the engine between injectors #3 and #4 a big tubing and a small vaccum hose attach to the flame trap
Not 100% sure about the '87, but there is no PCV valve on the 1986 Volvo 240 2.3L. Flame trap and Oil trap, but no PCV.
The Dealers Quote was $536 at memphis, Even i need to replace the flame trap box!
its a flame trap. look up bay 13 at www.volvospeed.com on how/where
Check your flame trap first for a clogged trap.
Troubled Asset Relief Program ========================= Although the above is a correct answer, this is listed in Volvo S40 and I would assume they meant trap, which would be the flame trap I think. tedv from volvoforums.com wrote: I look at the flame traps every 12-15,000 miles but generally keep an eye on the crankcase pressure. If it turns positive, I address the flame trap.
Its a flame trap it separates the oil from air. it becomes clogged fyi so regular maintenance is needed.
The part that needs replacing is called a flame trap. This is an inexpensive component changed at service intervals. I assume that you refer to 500 US Dollars, and not pounds sterling. It still sounds way too expensive to me for a flame trap. I'd take to the car to a Volvo retailer, or to another specialist for the work to be carried out.
Volvo 940s do not have PVC valves. They do however have positive crankcase ventilation. Non torbo models have a flame trap that can clog, cause excessive crankcase pressure and blow out the oil seals. The flame trap should be checked every oil change. Change to the new plastic one if you still have the old brass finned one. It clogs faster. It is smaller than a golf ball. It mounts atop a 1/2 inch hose comming up from the oil box on the engine under the intake manifold between #3 & #4 cylinders. It has a small hose out the side and a "Ball Cap" hose on top.
Dream Trap - 1990 was released on: USA: 1 May 1990
To replace the oil trap on your Volvo, please consult your owners manual. There should be a guide in there to help you with this repair.
Under the intake manifold.