Volvo 240

To repair a 1992 Volvo 240 rear door lock, start by removing the interior door panel to access the locking mechanism. Check for broken components or misaligned rods and replace any faulty parts as needed. Lubricate the lock mechanism with a suitable graphite or silicone lubricant to ensure smooth operation. Finally, reassemble the door panel and test the lock to confirm it functions properly.

On a 1987 Volvo, the fuel filter is typically located along the fuel line, usually near the fuel tank or along the chassis. For models like the Volvo 240, you can find it underneath the car, often on the driver's side. It's a cylindrical metal canister secured by clamps or brackets. Always consult your vehicle’s service manual for the exact location and replacement instructions.

A 2003 Volvo S60 typically has one fuel pump located inside the fuel tank. This pump is responsible for supplying fuel from the tank to the engine. Additionally, there may be a secondary pump or fuel pressure regulator in the system, but the primary fuel delivery is handled by the main pump.

To remove the radio from a 1993 Volvo 240, first disconnect the negative battery terminal to ensure safety. Then, use a flat screwdriver or radio removal tools to gently pry off the trim panel surrounding the radio. After removing the trim, unscrew the mounting screws holding the radio in place, and carefully pull the radio out from the dashboard. Finally, disconnect the wiring harness and antenna cable before completely removing the radio.

Most 200 series Volvo share a similar design. Both the Ignition and Fuel Injection Electronic Control Units (ECU) is located behind the outside passenger-side kick panel. To get to it, remove the plastic panel and the overhead insulator, the Ignition ECU is mounted on the firewall, and to its right, the Fuel Injection ECU.

bad cells usally the water in the battery gets low damaging the cell

Wait until the car is cooled down. To change an o2 sensor you must have an 7/8 inch wrench or have an o2 sensor wrench. After finding the correct tool for the application you then jack up the car in most cases. Find The o2 sensor in the exhaust system most likely at the front of the car behind the front wheels about 2 feet in. Loosen the o2 sensor with the wrench and unscrew. Reverse process for installation.

On top right in front of the fuel injector closest to the firewall. Has three hose connections. Big hose on top, little hose on the side and a medium hose on the bottom. Take off the little side hose first since the fitting breaks off easily. Then pull out of the bottom hose and top hose. Clean or replace.

Begin by removing the positive cable from your 1990 Volvo 240 battery. Remove the cables from the front of the starter motor. Remove the starter motor retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install your new starter motor.

1. Purchase an OBD II code reader machine from an auto parts store.

2. Or the easier, cheaper way: take your vehicle to Aamco Transmissions or Midas shop and they will check it for free!

If the Volvo is 1995 or newer, they can pull the codes very easily.

If it's 1994 or older, they can pull the codes but it takes more labor.

Whichever shop you go to may charge you if your Volvo is 1994 or older. But you can always try to negotiate the price down and see if they'll go for it.

The Aamco I took my '94 to wanted $98. I said forget it, but since they took so long with my car they through in the test free.

To fix the ac system on the 1988 240 Volvo, check the freon level first. Check the fuse, the relay, then the compressor clutch to find the defective part.

Trunk LH side behind the trunk panel liner. You will find the Rear Electrical module there. Part number on the brake light relay should be 9441161. You will need some sort of wiring diagram as there are a couple of relays used there with that same part number.

YES! We have 2 Volvo's. 2000 C70 and 89 240 DL wagon. Bought 240 used 7 years ago and we are the 3rd owners of car. I would sell the C70 before I would ever sell the 240 Wagon. In fact we are beginning a long restoration project on the 240. We found a wrecked 93 240 & bought it for parts. We paid $500 for the wrecked, "spare parts" car. The 89 240 has over 250k miles. Over the years our Volvo's have needed repairs that would amount to an average of 2-3 months new car payments per year (that's including both cars). You should be able to tell if the particular car you are looking into has been abused, if it smokes or leaks oil (ours burns a little oil) so we have the oil changed every 3 months. Faded paint is common with 240's, so don't judge the car by the paint job. The other common problem with the 240 wagons is the "hinge harness" that is wired through the hinges that are attached to open the tail gate. The problem was corrected by the 93 240s. So don't be discouraged if the 3rd tail light or back wiper doesn't work. Just remember this vehicle is over 20 years old & will have its quirks. But if you have maintenance done on a regular basis, that car will last you 20 more years if you want it to. Do yourself a favor and buy Bentley's Volvo 240 Service Manual. ISBN 978-083760285-1 on Amazon for $32. Even if you have no experience with car repair (like us) its the "Volvo Bible" and a "must have" for any 240 owner. Its the best $32 you will ever spend. "Volvo for Life"

This sounds like a bad alternator or bad electrical connection to the alternator. First check your battery voltage with the engine at idle. It should be about 13.6v-14.2v. All the idiot lights get their ground through the "battery" failure light. That is often caused by a bad connection of the small red wire at the back of the alternator. Most likely brushes are worn down on your voltage regulator. Replace it, fairly easy job, two screws hold it attached to the alternator. It is located next to the oil filter.

I called a shop called DaisyWagon on Ravenna in Seattle. Here's what they said. If your overdrive is working after a period of time it's a heat issue; i.e. the overdrive isn't working until something heats up. If the relay was broken, the overdrive would never work. The same thing goes for the solenoid (another "solution" on these sites)- it to is an on and off mechanism that most likely wouldn't be effected by heat. The folks at Daisy wagon most confidently said that what they do is enlarge a passageway near the diaphragm near the solenoid. After years the passageway gets to narrow and fluid won't flow through there until it is thin enough to do so at the right pressure (the speed you need for overdrive) This is why, when the fluid finally expands enough after warming up, it will activate the working solenoid and relay. If anyone has more to add to this I'd be glad to hear it- but after searching for a long time, this seemed to be a reason I could put some weight on. I'm getting the operation done on Thursday. I'll let you know how it goes.

It would depend on if you are doing a "complete" oil change or if you just need to add some oil if it leaks. If doing a complete change, then you would put in 4.5 to 5 quarts. Otherwise, for leakage, you would add what it needs. My Volvo 240 (1986) has a very small and slow leak, so in my experience, anywhere from 1/4 quart to 1/2 quart is normal. Good luck!

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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

If relay & fuse OK then you will need to remove overdrive solenoid from the side of the gearbox and clean it - gunk can build up around the small holes stopping the flow of auto fluid therefore stopping the gearbox going into overdrive.

It can happen intermittently until orifices block completely .

It actually uses ATF in the power steering system. I believe Dextron IID was the spec for '84, but fortunately the newer Dexron formulations are backwards compatible.

Remove the kick panel to the center console at the driver's right leg (left wheel drive). The flasher relay is black, about 1" by 1", three pins, and easily accessible right behind the panel. -Blue Goose