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Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

posted by  mbliss on  Sat Feb 13 06:37 CST 2010
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I have an intermittent starting problem on a T5. The starter engages and cranks the engine, but then stops before the engine catches. Every time I turn the key to start, the starter will begin cranking, just occasionally it won't keep going long enough. Only thing I can imagine would do that would be the electrical part of the ignition switch. Is there any way to tell for sure? I don't see any other symptoms of that failure that others have described.

Probably unrelated, but I also have an issue with the gauges. The fuel and tachometer both read low. The computer seems to get real information, so I don't think it involves sensors or senders ... maybe a loose ground connection in the dash?

And while I'm at it, the boost gauge doesn't seem to do much either ... is that purely mechanical reading from the vacuum hose, or is there an electrical component to that, as well?

Thanks for any help!

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'96 850 and '83 244 DL both at about 200K; gone but not forgotten '81 245 and '64 Amazon








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    Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

    posted by  saltydogs on  Fri Mar 12 10:07 CST 2010
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    I haven't found the source of my starting issue, but I've figured out that if I turn the key to #2 position and wait for two seconds with all the idiot lights on, then crank, it starts right up.








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      Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

      posted by  mbliss on  Fri Mar 12 10:42 CST 2010
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      That's almost certainly a fuel pressure issue! Most likely problem is the check valve that's supoosed to maintain pressure when the engine is off. Other posts suggest you can't replace just the check valve by itself, so if money is tight, just keep on waiting for the pump to prime before you start the engine. When you have to replace the fuel pump, then you'll be fixing the check valve, too.

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      '96 850 and '83 244 DL both at about 200K; gone but not forgotten '81 245 and '64 Amazon








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    Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

    posted by  saltydogs on  Mon Mar 1 09:08 CST 2010
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    I have the same starting issue. There is no certain time when the problem occurs. I can go days without an issue, then out of the blue the problem will occur a few times a day, hot engine/cold engine, doesn't matter. I can't pinpoint a pattern. I was thinking the ignition switch. Post back with your findings.








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      Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

      posted by  mbliss on  Wed Mar 3 08:23 CST 2010
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      That's a drag. I checked the grounds, battery posts, and loosened and retightened the main line to the starter, and then had the same problem once. But not since then, and it's been a couple of weeks now. Thought maybe the gremlin had gone away, but maybe not!

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      '96 850 and '83 244 DL both at about 200K; gone but not forgotten '81 245 and '64 Amazon








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    Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

    posted by  KlausC on  Sat Feb 13 07:08 CST 2010
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    First, check your battery terminals for corrosion and tightness. If you have a multimeter, check the alternator output when the engine is running or the battery voltage when it won't start.

    You could also have a problem with loose wiring at the starter. Just be careful because the starter wire is always 'hot' and looking for a ground which could be your fingers or wrench!!

    The vacuum gauge is mechanical. Check the length of the line that goes from the gauge to the left fenderwell to the vacuum tree.

    Klaus
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      Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

      posted by  mbliss on  Sat Feb 13 07:45 CST 2010
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      Thanks, Klaus, hadn't thought about the wiring. I've had the battery terminals on and off several times recently dealing with other issues, so I don't think they're at fault ;-)

      So I'll check the connections at the starter, but probably after I disconnect the battery (have to take the center console apart again to replace the shift selector bulb).

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      '96 850 and '83 244 DL both at about 200K; gone but not forgotten '81 245 and '64 Amazon








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        Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

        posted by  KlausC on  Sat Feb 13 09:30 CST 2010
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        If your ashtray light is still working, it is the same bulb. The $ealer wants $10 for each bulb! and I haven't seen a good replacement in the aftermarket.

        Make sure your wiring connectors are pushed together solid. I made that dumb mistake after the console was out and half of the car wouldn't work!

        Klaus
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        Proud owner of a 220S. If I had more room, I would have more Volvos.








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          Starting issue and electrical problems 850 1997

          posted by  mbliss on  Sat Feb 13 09:50 CST 2010
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          Actually, they were both out. I got the wrong bulb when ordering from FCPGroton and IPD. On the third try, I was more insistent with IPD and they found the right one for $6.50. They call it "Bulb Dash Long Base," part no. 1363149. FCP now has it as well, their part number (same as "OEM") 30710781 for about the same price.

          For the more intrepid, auto parts stores have 1.5 watt miniature bulbs that look like they should work, if you don't mind yanking out the old bulb and drilling holes in the plastic base of the mount (the bulbs are hard-wired into the plastic base). I may try that for the lighter that I never use, but it'll be nice to have that little green ring glowing again!

          --
          '96 850 and '83 244 DL both at about 200K; gone but not forgotten '81 245 and '64 Amazon







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