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posted by  HouRide on  Mon Jan 13 03:51 CST 2003
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I'm looking to buy a late 80s early 90s 240, and I'm wondering if anyone has a link to a checklist. I've got a general used car list, and know that 240s have issues esp. with the wiring harness, rust etc. What else are 240 specific problem areas?

I know most of this info has been posted before, but I can't seem to find it with the search function. Thanks for your help.








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    posted by  tjl on  Mon Jan 13 06:27 CST 2003
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    Some things:

    Oil leaks, such as rear main seal.

    Overdrive electrical control (relay or wiring) not working (applies to manual and automatic transmissions with separate overdrive button).

    Incorrect tire size on non-turbo wagons (should be 185R14 or 195/75R14, not 185/70R14). Don't forget to check the spare tire and tools.

    Of course, there are the usual things like owner's manual, maintenance history, etc.







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