it has over 200259 on it and i cleaned the engine up. after that, drove home and the next day, startd it an it started shaking and the check eng light came on then i drove off an it is fine. did that 2 times, an now its ok.... what can it be? sparkers are good along w/ wires..
2006-06-25 17:20:54 · 14 answers · asked by dabomb_562000 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Volvo
It may be time to put the old volvo to sleep.
2006-06-25 17:22:28 · answer #1 · answered by Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your distributor/spark plug wires. With 200K miles, they've likely been replaced a few times, and need to be replaced again. The insulation cracks with the heating/cooling cycles every time you drive, and if you live in a state where you get snow, it's even worse.
When the insualtion cracks, you've got exposed wires throwing high amperage from the distributor to the sparke plugs. If the wires are wet, they arc to the engine block or other metal grounds.
I had this problem on an '87 240GL in Illinois. It would chug upon startup on damp, foggy mornings (from condensation,) and clear up after a few minutes. A mechanic told me to use a spray bottle and mist the wires with the engine off. Then turn it on and watch for a spark. DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING, like the wires or the distributor cap, as this is high amperage currant. If you see the wires arcing to the block, you need new wires. They are fairly easy to do yourself.
Hope this helps.
2006-07-01 10:16:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is likely a Vacuum hose or a loose electrical connection. I don't think any of these other people have ever owned a Volvo before and if they have, they haven't taken good care of it. Volvos have notoriously robust engines. If your Volvo is of the kind that has a red cast iron engine block, it could potentially last longer than you if you take good care of it. The red block engines can easily go over 1,000,000 mile with out a rebuild or major mechanical repair. As well, the Aisian Warner AW70,AW71,AW71L and AW72 transmissions that Volvo used for many years are also know for their near bullet proof construction. With regular transmission fluid changes, a AW70 can easily run for 350,000 and who knows how much further.
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2006-06-26 05:06:11 · answer #3 · answered by youknowkennio 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vacuum hoses could likely be the culprit. Alot of times those old rubber hoses give out after a cleaning, especially if you used some type of soap or detergent on them. As far the possibility of water in the ignition system, it should dry up with time. Just to make sure pull the cap off the distributor and spray a small blast of PB Blaster into it (the bottom half). While you have the cap off look for corrosion on your cap contacts (in the top half) and on the rotor button (bottom half). Good luck and dont give up on your VOLVO they run forever.
2006-06-26 01:03:36 · answer #4 · answered by Lilly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way just keep it serviced and it will last you a life time. I see pics at my volvo service shop of older models w/ 450k up to 600k miles and still running great. Also the only car ever to get 2 million plus miles w/o a rebuild is a volvo, i believe it is in the guiness book. I drive a 98 C70 and it has 115k miles and still runs like new. Don't give up on her please!
I found the record holder for highest mileage, its a P1800.
2006-06-26 18:21:08 · answer #5 · answered by Dan The Man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like it's doing fine. My motto is, "It's not the miles of the vehicle, it's the condition." Because--- you can buy a new car with 0 miles and 5 years later it could start to break down or have other problems. On the other hand you could buy a car with a lot of miles on it that's in good condition and not have any problems.
2006-06-26 05:04:19 · answer #6 · answered by Linda H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably got the ignition wires or distributor wet, and the engine was misfiring, or not firing on one or more cylinders.
I have had Volvo's with close to 250K on them. As long as you keep up with maintenance, the engines and transmissions will keep on going.
2006-06-26 00:25:41 · answer #7 · answered by Jack 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you went to a carwash &used a high pressure nozzle, you probably knocked a wire or vacuum hose loose. Check all the connections. Give it time (about a day) to dry out. 200K is nothing for a car nowadays as long as you maintain it.
2006-06-26 00:24:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't forget its a volvo, the check engine light is always on.
2006-06-26 16:04:49 · answer #9 · answered by robinsonimaging 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like bad cap.you'll be fine,so will the car.my volvo is just 35000 short of a million.plus my mor mor has her far far 1924 jabob (volvo) that still runs.They are FOR LIFE.
2006-06-30 03:25:11 · answer #10 · answered by jgmafb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋