volvo 360 gls fault 1984 model

Discussion in 'Volvo 360' started by ron, Jul 20, 2004.

  1. ron

    ron Guest

    Car starts, runs for about 6 miles, starts spluttering badly, power
    goes, engine dies ,ignition lights on panel etc come on. Wait for
    about 30 secs or a minute. Car starts but runs very badly after that,
    spluttering, as if there is no fuel. Have checked supply of fuel,seems
    to be ok, have checked sensor lead as in Haynes manual,. Have asked
    Volvo garages, and others. Everyone mystified. Can u help please?
    I saw some comments onthis site about a similar fault but there did
    not seem to be a remedy mentioned. Shouldnt think it is icing, its hot
    weather at moment.
     
    ron, Jul 20, 2004
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  2. ron

    Guest Guest


    Stromberg CD175 carb? Check diaphragm isnt split first. If it has the bendix
    computerised ignition then check output from the crank angle sensor next-
    they sometimes break down when they get warm.- remove 2 wire plug from
    igntion unit, connect to AC voltmeter, spin engine on starter- look for a
    minimum of 5v at cranking speed.

    Tim..
     
    Guest, Jul 20, 2004
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  3. ron

    ron Guest

    Tim,
    Thank you for your response.

    I believe the carburettor is a Weber. Whereabouts is the diaphragm
    please, is it in the fuel pump? I have checked output from sensor etc
    and it is as the book says.
    ron
     
    ron, Jul 21, 2004
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  4. ron

    Guest Guest

    An 84 car should have the Stromberg carb.

    Tim..
     
    Guest, Jul 22, 2004
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  5. ron

    Tony Stanley Guest

    I thought 83 was the last year to use the side draught carb, the
    Solex/Webber down draught. Its pretty reliable.

    Anyway, sounds like ignition breaking down. make sure all leads are new,
    dist cap, take off coil and clean thoughly. Check or renew plugs.
     
    Tony Stanley, Jul 28, 2004
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