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1. The Bentley Service Manual The Bentley is our number one resource for helping customers with 200 series In our customer service department you ll find a well worn copy on everyone s desk I ve had one for eight years and still find stuff in it that makes me say Wow so that s how you do that If you have a 240 of any vintage you need this book Scott Bentley is an official factory service manual publisher for Saab Audi and Volkswagen and acknowledges Volvo Cars North America for the extensive use of original Volvo techni cal illustrations which is a huge contributor to the quality and ease of use of this service manual The manual is written in a very personable manner at a level that most owners can under stand It begins with a very informative chapter titled Fundamentals for the Do it yourself Owner which covers how to use the manual general advice for the beginner how to buy parts tools very informative and emergency situations and then moves on to an invalu able maintenance program After this introduction the text moves on to a traditional lay out similar to the factory Volvo workshop manuals covering the engine electrical system power transmission brakes Suspension and steering shocks springs and wheels and body Each one of these headings is expanded upon in an individual section with a thorough explanation of the system and related components including step by step troubleshooting Bentle2. ipdusa com 800 444 6473 By Rob Arnold What is it with cold snaps and cars that won t start Case in point here in Oregon we had quite the cold snap recently 12 de grees F no less So much so that neither my 850 nor my 242 would start Now sus pected the 242 had a weak battery so an ticipated this might happen but the 850 was a well maintained cared for vehicle Why suddenly the no start Maybe if had my projects cleared out of the garage so the daily driver cars could stay warm this winter this might not have happened At least that s my wife s point of view After reverting back to my tech school training recalled the somewhat unortho dox advice my instructor used to give about Cold Snap Listen Up these particular situations close your eyes and crank the engine The point was to use my ears and listen before jumping under the hood on a search for the offending compo nent First listen for the starter to turn the engine over This one is pretty basic and most folks know when that happens Second listen for the fuel pump s to run The latter of the two is what raised an eyebrow during my eyes closed diagnostics Turns out the fuel pump was indeed not running hence the sudden no start After checking for power back at the pump with a test light found that the pump wasn t receiving power which surprised me as I ve seen plenty of fuel pumps fail but few if any f
3. K i i Editor Cameron Daline Designer Bryan Cottrell IN THIS ISSUE Customer Feature pg 1 Wanted Volvo Stories pg 3 What Makes Your Volvo Tick pg5 Ignition System Care pg 6 Workshop and Owners Manuals pg 12 FREE ipd patch with any purchase of 50 or Promotions expire May 21 2010 Be sure to check out our website for new products features videos and Volvo news The Volvo Specialists 800 444 6473 ipdusa com ipd is not affiliated with Volvo North America Corp For Rear Wheel Drive Volvos 1975 1997 March 2010 Volvo Turbo Vurbo DE ig MP UBL EEL l TA By Ben Weaver ipd Customer tending my first year of autocross with the Chuckanut Sports Car Club in Bellingham WA At the time was driving my 1985 745ti which had largely affirmed my love for Volvos quickly hit it off with the owner of a lowered 242 and our similar interest sparked a lasting friendship helped the owner make some modifications and when my 740 was taken out of commission we decided to start co driving the 242 This was the point where found the han dling prowess of the 242 was superb and it stuck to the ground like nothing had ever encountered once paired with my large Bridgestone Pole Posi tion Tires We had a great time The only real issue the car had was a lack of power it had a very tired b21ft and a real traction problem in tight corners due to the open
4. spark plugs come pre gapped is a good idea to at least check them before installation From manufacturer to consumer a spark plugs trip is a long one and throughout its journey it is subject to some abuse Since gapping is checked in the thousandths of an inch i e 0 028 a small impact makes a big change In addition one spark plug part number may fit multiple engine configura tions to which each may have a different gap Checking gap is easy enough but which type of tool is the easiest and most useful We have found that the bucket of gap tools on the counter of the local parts house to be the worst in general These half dollar shaped units are often inaccurate due to the inher ent sloping edge used to measure the gap with A better design is the graduated wire style This gap tool has multiple wire diame ters that are common gap specifications By using this tool you can be sure that the gap across distance of the plug electrode is con sistent whereas the style previously men tioned has a certain inaccuracy because the sloping edge only contacts the far edge of the plug ground strap Wire gap tools also include a ground strap adjustment wrench This allows minute adjustment without hav ing to smack the plug against the concrete Although these tools typically sell for around 4 5 a far cry from the 0 25 units at the parts house it s afar better value ar r sy NGK and Bosch Spark Plugs The first suspe
5. 00 ea Black matte finish MAIPDPEG177520B 148 00 ea More Wheels Coming May 010 IPDPEG177520 Reviewed by Sean from Ft Campbell KY Just received the Pegasus 17 s matte black finish The wheels went on today and wow they look amazing makes the car stand out from the rest of 15 the crowd Very well made and a great price Thank you IPD for all that you do will continue to be an avid IPD purchaser and Volvo lover for life Thank you for all you do there at IPD 240 Seat Webbing Grid Springs and Tool When 240 s were new they were known for having some of the most comfortable seat ever found in a car One of the key components in the 240 front seat is the bottom seat web support frame This wire frame provides compliant support to the lower cushion Over time the wire fatigues and eventually breaks and you ll find yourself sagging in the seat and the seat gets uncomfortable as you no longer have proper positioning to take advantage of the adjustable lumbar system The seat webbing was discontinued by Volvo in 2007 and no aftermarket manufacturers picked it up We are now having them manufactured in a modern material that is a direct replacement for the origi nal We have also sourced the tension springs as those often end up missing once the webbing fails The tension springs are quite strong and you ll need a good set of Vice grips to use to install them Seat webbing 240 series 1975 1993 MA85 0002 19 95eq Short
6. 77 MA1228599 rubber mnt isolator for main pump 2 used 1 72 ea 200 700 900 series All 1978 95 MA1346175 rubber mount for fuel pump tray 3 used 3 03 ea 240 260 series B21F B27F B28F 1980 83 MA61949 main pump K Jetronic 107 14 ea 240 series B2 IFT 1981 85 MA61949 main pump K Jet w turbo 107 14 ea 240 series B23F B230t 1982 93 MA61468 main pump LH Jetronic non turbo 145 61 ea 700 900 series non turbo B23F B230F 1985 97 MA61468 main pump LH non turbo 145 61 ea 700 900 series turbo B230FT 1985 97 MA61425 main pump LH with turbo 154 39 ea 700 900 series B230 Regina 1989 91 MA3507736 in tank main pump ignition coil is square 152 77 ea Prepump Upgrade for 240 Prepump failure is common in the early 240 series cars They work well for the most part and even when they fail and are replaced with a new one they usually run like new It s the K jet cars 1978 84 that are most likely to benefit from a pre pump upgrade It seems that these 240s may have a main fuel pump noise and lack of full power even with a new original style in tank prepump In these cases Volvo has a bulletin outlining the replacement of the original pre pump with a later version that has a higher delivery capacity 3517845 available in our kit This is not a direct replacement pump Modifications are required to the pick up tube The pick up tube must be shortened by 30mm because the pump is that much longer And a clamp is required to secure the pum
7. Kit contains 1 specialized reamer tap 2 thread inserts and locking compound 1976 95 Volvo 4 cyl 2 pack of extra thread inserts MAT3414 MA34142 39 00 5 51 Annual ipd Garage Sale May 15 2010 is when the 27th Annual ipd Garage Sale Swap Meet and Car Show will take place We look forward to this event each year and we re excited to have games prizes giveaways sale pricing on most of our stock and much more Doors will open to the ipd sales desk from 9 00am until 1 00pm and the swap meet and car show has been extended to run until 3 00pm We hope to see you here for this great event Garage Sale is 9 00am to 3 00pm Saturday May 15 2010 For information on displaying your Volvo or to reserve a swap meet spot call 800 444 6473 or e mail our show coordinator Cameron Daline at cdaline ipdusa com ipdusa com 800 444 6473 By ipd staff Too bad your engine can t talk If it could it might be screaming at you to replace its air filter Can t remember the last time you looked at it Then maybe you should If you have a power boat that never gets close to land or an airplane that never lands you may get away with not having an air filter Other than that you need one A large part of the longevity and performance of an engine is the seal between the piston rings and the cylinder walls in the block Any dust or con taminants drawn into the cylinders grinds away on this sealing surface like airborne sandpaper When
8. add it now and send in your story so you can check it off your list Even if you think it s not print worthy that s okay let us be the judge of that because we still want to hear your story Tell us about how you caught the Volvo bug the remedies you ve tried to get rid of it and what finally put you over the edge to finally just give up and let the bug take it s hold Some pictures of you and your Volvo would be great to include along with how your experience with ipd went It would be great to also include any ipd upgrades you ve added and how our customer service staff treated you We look forward to hearing your story and the opportunity to share it with other sick Volvo lovers who have caught the same bug Send submissions to bryan ipdusa com iIpdusa com If you haven t visited our web site in a while you simply must stop Ed by and check out all the new content We have a huge blog based section that features all kinds of things that any Volvo owner would find interesting From the latest in Volvo Club news news from Volvo Car Corporation ipd s latest products ipd employee and customer projects the list goes on We have also been adding tons of new parts and accessories to the site along with a whole bunch of new videos covering special events product features and in Stallation tips If you are a Volvo lover you absolutely must check out ipdusa com We also wanted to remind yo
9. deteriorating engine conditions easily Plug includes a seal ring 4 cylinder all drain plug w seal MA2A9550 4 95 SALE 4 46 960 90 series drain plug w seal MA2A9851 7 95 SALE 7 16 4 cylinder all additional copper seal ring MA18818 0 50 960 90 series additional aluminum seal ring MA977751 0 45 Not for V6 or diesel Oil Filter Magnet Capture every microspeck of metal that causes engine wear Debris that your oil filter alone might not be able to screen Made of a strong flexible silicone this oil resistant magnet withstands temperatures up to 500 F Simply attach it to the outside of your oil filter and let it do the work The super strong rare earth magnet begins working immediately to power clean your oil Your oil and your engine will continue to get cleaner month after month through normal driv ing and proper maintenance The permanent rare earth magnet will never wear out so you ll enjoy a lifetime of protection that goes far beyond conventional mechanical filtration Oil filter magnet MA2000A 12 00 SALE 10 80 Lit pom ipdusa com 800 444 6473 11 Oxygen Sensor Removal Tools Replacing the oxygen sensor on your Volvo can be a real pain Since it is installed directly in the head pipe or exhaust manifold it will usually be severely rusted or corroded in place The main sensor wires come right out of the center of the sensor so it is not possible to use a standard socket over the se
10. differential Fast forward from 2004 to 2007 had ventured away from Volvo s temporarily and had just sold my BMW track car and moved to Seattle got a call from the owner of the 242 it was in dire straights and was due to head to the crusher Partial dis assembled for receiving a fresh motor it had sat largely neglected in a marine air environment With y 1981 242 and have a long history About 7 years ago was at out much thought borrowed a dolly and the 242 along with a truck load of parts was soon resting peacefully in another friend s shop Enthusiasm was high at this point and it was easy to quickly invest a significant Continued on page 2 Continued from page 1 amount on this free car The build of this car we were hoping to have completed by the 2007 ipd garage sale this was however not in the cards quickly learned that this project was going to be much more work than had ever anticipated Only recently hav ing brought the car to a drivable state am optimistic that the joy of driving this car will have been worth it Hey life is about the journey right 2010 IPD Garage Sale or bust Modifications to the car were mainly planned for weight reduc tion and a target of 250 wheel horsepower This should be a great combination for HPDE events and Autocross while not stressing the drive line too much Needless to say some parts of this project got somewhat out of hand
11. e Megasquirt amp Spark Fuel and Spark e Innovative LC1 Wideband e cravingboost com custom spark plug wires for GM coil packs e GAN fuel lines Aeroquip Adjustable FPR walbro 255 pump RCI fuel cell e Custom 3 Downpipe wrapped 3 Magnaflow Cat Side exit exhaust Drivetrain e Clutchnet 6 Puck Clutch w 200 Pressure Plate e Getrag 265 transmission from BMW E30 M3 e 1 piece driveshaft with custom u joint adapter e Detroit Trutrac Limited Slip Differential Suspension Brakes e Custom Short Strut Coilovers e Bilstein Short Struts from RSI e Short Bilstein rear shocks from RSI RSI rear adjustable spring seats e IPD 25mm front sway bar no rear sway w Eurosport Endlinks e IPD adjustable pan hard rod e IPD strut tower brace Lower Chassis Brace GT Braces e Noltec Camber Plates e ATE Slotted rear rotors w rebuilt calipers e RX7 front brake conversion from DVS Thanks Ash e IPD stainless braided brake lines Interior e Removed sound deadening heater stock wiring etc e Painless Chassis Wiring Harness e VDO Vision gauges e Kirk Roll Bar e Corbeau FX1 seats e Vintage MOMO steering wheel e Relocated Optima Battery behind passenger seat Exterior e 850R Front Bumper e Asev 16x7 5 wheels w Bridgestone Pole Position Street e Multi x 15x7 w Toyo Proxes RA1 Track e Hella 7 pencil beams for headlights e Flathood conversion e While not a show car the paint has a lot of room for improve ment FPti
12. from 1960 s 544 models all the way up to the latest R models We hope you can mark your calendar and join us for another great event To see video and photos of last years ipd garage sale follow the link below http www ipdusa com Garage Sale 2009 Recap blog 91
13. once started Due to the time invested it will be tempting to turn the boost up a little more when get to the dyno to see what this setup is capable of Future plans are to get the car tuned painted and enjoy driving it The modifications have made it a little less comfortable for driving on a regular basis it is definitely going to be a weekend warrior would like to eventually pick up an E code headlights and a Group A wing will likely be going to a more extreme wheel and tire setup would like to thank ipd for publishing this article for always hav ing the best customer service and always being a great source of information Also thanks go to RSI cravingboost com my best friend Jordan Crump Turbobricks has been an invaluable resource and ad diction Most of all would like to thank my Dad Without his help this project simply would not have been possible from help with machin ing as well as providing advice and a helping hand and for originally getting me interested in Volvos Here are the current specs 1981 242 Turbo Engine e Freshened B21ft honed new bearings balanced rotating as sembly and decked e 531 casting head 3 angle valve grind iPd Turbo Cam shaved cometic head gasket e RSI Adjustable Cam Gear e Ported 90 Exhaust Manifold e B230 Intake Manifold soon to be upgraded e 100 Ibs hr Injectors e Turbonetics T3 T4 Stage 4 turbo e Cxracing intercooler piping greddy copy blowoff valve
14. pan drain plug seal ring MA18818 0 30 ea 960 90 series aluminum oil pan drain plug seal ring MA977751 0 25 ea Not for V 6 or diesel Oil Soak Mat This patented leak resistant mat looks like a black rug yet it has the ability to absorb and retain hundreds of hazardous and non hazardous liquids such as oil gasoline diesel fuel hydraulic fluid transmission fluid anti freeze water and more Absorbs up to one gallon of liquid The leak resistant back will not allow the absorbed liquids to soak through to the floor underneath Under normal use this mat can t be ripped yet it can be custom cut with an ordinary pair of scissors or utility knife Plus this mat can be recycled The oil soak mat measures 3 ft x 5 ft Oil soak mat MAR2 19 90 SALE 17 91 Oil Filter Grabbers This tool works great for most Volvo engine compartments It s especially nice for the Turbo engine where access is very tight With slotted adjustment for large and small oil filters and a 20 off set you can get at those filters with limited access and still have a good grip and the leverage needed to spin them off Not for plastic cartridge style filters Oil filter grabbers MATIONI 19 95 SALE 17 96 Magnetic Oi Drain Plug Prevent abrasive particles from recirculating through your oil pump and back into the pressurized system with our magnetic drain plug This plug catches and holds metal par ticles as they drain into the oil pan You ll be able to spot
15. this sealing surface is damaged there is no alternative to repairing it other than an overhaul Suddenly the cost of an air filter doesn t sound like so much Think of it this way if you drive your 740 for about 12 minutes at 60 miles per hour the engine has consumed the total quantity of air contained in an average size house Now imagine how much dust there is in the average house The air filter is the only thing standing in the way of all that junk The other down side of a plugged up air filter is a reduction in fuel mileage and performance It really does make a difference Air filters should be inspected every 10K miles or so Look to see if there is a notice able quantity of dirt oil and junk accumulat ed on the surface Normally a standard style air filter is good for about 40K miles If you are often on unpaved roads you may have to replace it more often ipd carries a large Pay Attention to Your Arr Filter collection of OEM style replacement filters that are inexpensive and do a great job An alternative to this style of filter is the perfor mance filters from K amp N These filters offer less restriction than and a standard filter and can improve performance But the best thing about these filters is that they can be cleaned and reused almost indefinitely This is a simple job using the K amp N air filter ser vice kit which contains special filter cleaner and special oil Regardless of which style you us
16. well as specialized tools to perform fuel pressure and volume tests If you feel uncertain about your ability to per form these tests after reading your manual would recommend having them done by your local Volvo specialist for safety rea sons Check the spray patterns of the injec tors according to your manual Problems with electric injectors LH jet are infrequent compared to the early continuous K jet style A common problem is dirty injectors which cause poor spray patterns rough idle reduced fuel economy and reduced power Once you ve determined that the fuel sys tem is functioning normally and that there are no significant air leaks you can move on to checking the condition of the engine with a compression and leak down test Vacuum amp Air Leaks The most common drivability problems are usually caused by air leaks in the intake system which affect vacuum Symptoms are high or inconsistent idle popping back through the intake when accelerating stall ing when shifting the car from park to drive and knocking or pinging when accelerating The most common culprits are cracked or worn hoses connected to the intake dried up or missing injector seals and loose con nections to the intake manifold Visually inspect the hoses and use a spray bottle with water to check for leaks around the in jectors The water will temporarily seal the leak and the idle should drop Another good tool for troubleshooting air leaks is a 3 f
17. 0 series 1982 91 UK version MA9L1258 27 96 SALE 25 17 940 series 1990 95 UK version MA9L3249 27 96 SALE 25 17 Chilton Manuals This shop manual for Volvo owners covers all models from 1970 to 1989 1800 140 160 240 260 and 700 series If you have a small fleet of Volvos and don t have manuals for them this could be the guide for you Also covers 200 and 700 series diesels and 1989 700 series overlooked by the major repair manual publishers One inch thick and full of useful information All models 1970 89 MA9L8786 23 96 SALE 21 56 200 700 900 series 1990 93 MA9L8428 23 96 SALE 21 56 Qata ipdusa com 800 444 6473 ipd Anti Sway Bar Kits If you know ipd you know that we began pioneering anti sway bar set ups for Volvos more than 40 years ago Cars continue to evolve and handling characteristics that were once available only on high end exotics are now commonplace We originally developed our anti sway bars to enhance handling per formance which they do However these are the same sway bars many Volvo drivers install as safety improvements They ll give your Volvo handling characteristics that put it in a handling class well above where it is now and get it well on its way to handling with the same panache as much sportier machinery while retaining its Volvo identity You won t believe the improvement and you ll wish you d bought a set sooner If you don t believe us ask anyone who s tried them
18. 95 MAIK217X cam drvn dist 156 75 NOTE Two distributor shaft sizes were used on 1985 240 non turbo models you ll have to measure the shaft OD or the rotor ID to ensure you get the correct rotor If you measure 3 8 400 use tune up kit number MAIK114 X rotor 04170 For 9 16 565 use kit number MAIK116 X rotor 04138 Rex Regina cars will require a different coil wire MA6842734 Don t forget about our magnetic spark plug sockets that are de FREE ipd patch with I signed to make spark plug re any purchase of 50 or moval easier No more drop ah o ping spark plugs MAT1017 14 95 ea ipdusa com 800 444 6473 By ipd staff spark Fuel and Compression Most poor running problems can be quick ly identified once you understand how the 3 key ingredients of combustion spark fuel and compression affect the engine when out of sync The brief explanations in this ar ticle will hopefully help you to better under stand the mechanical marvel under the hood of your car and how to troubleshoot it when there is a problem In simple terms a gaso line engine needs 3 things to run Spark fuel and compression all properly timed Too much air creates a lean condition and too much fuel creates a rich condition For a more thorough explanation of air fuel mixtures recommend the book Bosch Fuel Injection amp Engine Management published by Robe
19. Sat isfaction Guaranteed period They really are that good THE sus pension performance part for any Volvo Anti Sway Bars have been ipd s best seller for over 40 years and represent the most significant return on investment of any product we sell It s often remarked by customers and employees alike that If you only buy one thing ever from ipd it should be Anti Sway Bars for your Volvo Anti Sway Bars will drastically reduce the amount of body roll your car experiences around corners and increase ride comfort to boot 240 sedans 1977 93 25mm front 22 mm rear 245 wagons 1979 93 25mm front 22 mm rear 240 GT Turbo amp lowered All 25mm front 25 mm rear 700 sedans w 4 cylinder non Turbo 1983 86 25mm front 25 mm rear 700 sedans w 6 cylinder non Turbo 1983 87 25mm front 25 mm rear 700 sedans w 4 cyl 1987 93 turbo 83 91 25mm front 25 mm rear 700 wagons 1983 87 25mm front 25 mm rear 700 wagons w 4 cyl amp Turbo 1988 92 25mm front 25 mm rear 940 sedans w 4 cyl not for SE models 1991 95 25mm front 25 mm rear 940 wagons w 4 cyl 1991 95 25mm front 25 mm rear 960 wagons 1992 94 25mm front 25 mm rear Receive a FREE ipd logo t shirt with any sway bar kit purchase ipdusa com 800 444 6473 6K5028 All this translates into much more precise handling and control over your Swede with absolutely zero trade off in ride quality All ipd safe ty anti sway bar packages are built using the finest material
20. TME springs The result is a drop of about 1 75 in the front and 1 25 in the rear giving your 240 a more aggressive stance The lowered center of gravity and increased spring rate work together to tighten your ride improve handling and reduce body lean in the corners Combine our springs with a set of our ipd Anti Sway Bars and your suspension is ready to handle whatever the pavement throws your way 200 series sedan 1975 93 MA6K0105 248 00 set of 4 SALE 223 20 SN ee 200 series wagon 1975 93 MA6K0106 248 00 set of 4 SALE 223 20 6K0105 Reviewed by Greg from Southern California 700 series sedan 1983 95 MAGKO108 248 00 set of 4 SALE 223 20 Great upgrade for handling body roll is almost gone and help 700 series wagon 1983 95 MAGKO109 248 00 set of 4 SALE 223 20 with better control The change in the height does give it a little 940 series sedan 1991 95 MA6KO1I08 248 00 setof4 SALE 223 20 more of a sporty look and is noticeably lower Thanks again iPd 940 series wagon 1991 95 MA6K0109 248 00 set of 4 SALE 223 20 Cars with Nivomat require shock update Pegasus Wheels ipd began manufacturing new wheels for our Volvo customers These replicas of the factory Volvo Pegasus are available in 17 in a RWD offset This means direct fit bolt on wheels The best part is the price 17 wheels for 148 00 ea Get your set today Fits 200 700 900 series Hyper black finish MAIPDPEG177520 148
21. adio antenna This was helpful not just to the lower voltage signals found in the fuel injection system but also in the ABS systems that were becoming more and more prevalent Unfortunately by and large all the design changes to spark plug wires over the years haven t contributed to increased spark en ergy but rather reduced it This is undesir able from both a performance and efficiency standpoint however the aftermarket has seen this and responded in kind The sharp increase of available materials for plug wire construction has helped tremendously where we now see spiral wound wires with silicone jackets more common place and helping to bring back some of that lost performance and energy ipd s wires are no exception with the same spiral wound technology and advanced material use we are able to bring to market wire kits that offer original equip ment fitment with greater energy transfer all the while keeping unwanted stray RF en ergy at bay Our 8mm silicone jacket helps reduce the likelihood of misfire meaning better transmission of spark energy to the spark plugs and increased performance and efficiency If you re looking for the best for your Volvo or maybe it s simply tune up time and you want a higher performance wire kit we ve got the answer for you make the wires act as pseudo inductors 7pd4 Ph ipdusa com 800 444 6473 Spark Plug Wires by ipd Our custom spark plug wires are made with a high qual
22. ct in a poor performing engine always seems to be the plugs On overhead cam engines one should expect about 30k miles but as these are getting older they are wearing out sooner too Contaminants such as oil and incorrect fuel mix will shorten the life of a plug dramatically We have been using and selling NGK spark plugs since the seventies because they re the leaders in copper core technology Copper is a great conductor of electricity and heat so copper spark plugs perform well under all extremes and have a large conductor tip for maximum spark area 4 cylinder non turbo 1976 93 MABP6ES NGK spark plug 1 95 ea 4 cylinder non turbo 1976 93 MABPROES NGK resistor spark plug 1 95 ea gt turbo 4 cylinder all 1981 93 MABP7ES NGK spark plug 1 95 ea turbo 4 cylinder all 1981 93 MABPR7ES NGK resistor spark plug 1 95 ea FREE ipd patch with any purchase of 50 or 960 series 90 1993 98 MAFR7DC Bosch resistor spark plug 1 95 ea more Spark Plug Thread Repair Kit If you have a 1976 1995 4 cylinder Volvo with marginal or damaged spark plug hole threads you can now make a quick professional repair in minutes without removing the cylinder head Kit includes everything needed to permanently repair 2 spark plug holes Works on all B21 B23 and B230 engines Remember that you can reduce the chances of this happening by using a small amount of anti seize compound on the spark plug threads every time the plugs are replaced
23. e don t neglect your air filter Its a lot cheaper than an overhaul and a lot easier to do Your en gine will thank you K amp N Air Filters This filter has an international reputation for effective service under the most grueling conditions Patented design utilizes surgical cotton in multi layers oiled and sandwiched between wire mesh K amp N filters not only clean the air but also straighten the air flow Your engine is provided with a less turbulent air stream than other popular filtering mediums like paper and foam Under normal conditions cleaning and reoiling is not required until 50 000 miles without loss of efficiency K amp N filters come pre oiled and ready for installation 240 series non turbo 1976 93 MA2C2538 240 series turbo 1981 85 MA2C9032 700 940 series non turbo MA332526 700 940 series turbo MA2C2043 960 90 series MA332755 Filter care kit oil and cleaner MA2C9950 54 22 SALE 48 80 78 40 SALE 70 56 55 56 SALE 50 01 82 02 SALE 73 82 59 94 SALE 53 95 SREY SALE 12 17 Stock Replacement Air Filters While there is no replacement for the K amp N filters listed above there is a substitute Try one of our quality paper elements just like the one that your Volvo came with Easy to install and maintain just discard and replace with a new one when needed Check air filter every 10 000 miles Replace it every 30 000 miles or more often in dirty or dusty conditions Original Paper Style Air Filter
24. e fuel pump relay The relay overheats over time loosening solder joints internally and causing intermittent contact It sometimes melts the circuit board After you check for spark consider the fuel pump relay as a possible problem area 240 260 series B21 B21FT B27 amp B28 1978 85 fuel pump relay K Jet only MA1348600 1 36 89 ea 240 260 series B21 B21FT B27 amp B28 1978 85 fuel pump relay K Jet only MA1348600E 1 20 46 ea 240 series B21 B23 1982 84 fuel pump relay LH jet 2 req MA1348657 2 15 50 ea 240 740 940 series 1985 95 fuel pump relay MA3523608 3 42 42 ea 240 740 940 series 1985 95 fuel pump relay MA3523608E 3 14 88 ea 760 760 series turbo 1988 90 fuel pump relay MA1362914 42 00 ea 00 900 series auxiliary suppression relay MA1323592 19 52 ea 940 series turbo 1991 fuel pump relay MA1362914 42 00 ea 960 series 1992 93 fuel pump relay MA1362914 42 00 ea 1 Not for 1983 84 with LH jet 2 Iwo relays on B23 1983 84 LH jet one for main system and one for fuel pump 3 Not for 1988 and later 760 turbos or V6 models or 1991 SE models Det ipdusa com 800 444 6473 Fuel Tank Bung Nut Tool Accessing the pre pump and fuel gauge sender assembly on 240 and 260 models can be a tough job if you don t have the right tools The difficulty lies in safely removing the large bung nut where all the lines and wiring go into the top of the tank Believe it or not that s the official na
25. e one of their most valuable tools We have found that sometimes it can take sever al manuals to fully understand a procedure When a procedure is unclear in one manual often consulting another you ll find that a dif ferent photo or another writer will clear things up Sometimes you have to consult several manuals for clarification and when all else fails call someone who has already done the job and can quickly provide the missing insight needed It may seem frustrating to have to use two or three different manuals but if you are serious about maintaining your car on your own they are invaluable Workshop 1977 84 MA11027 27 15 1985 93 MA15725 76 09 1982 84 MA11037 50 41 1981 85 MA11028 55 44 1988 93 MA13034 141 87 1985 87 MA13957 75 60 1985 89 MA13957 75 60 1988 93 MA13034 141 87 1980 86 MA11037 50 41 1990 93 MA13957 75 60 1994 95 MA13378 127 23 and Owners Manuals Here at the office we have close to 100 factory and aftermarket service and work shop manuals that we use for training and to help customers now and then If you re unsure of what manual is best for your Volvo and skill level or maybe you re trying to lo cate a specific manual give us a call and we ll help you select a manual that will best suit your needs Don t forget about your Owners Manual Another overlooked resource is the own ers manual that Volvo provides with the car when it is sold new This is the small booklet probably hiding a
26. form for efficient performance For those con sidering a complete service makeover our 60 000 mile extended service kits offer the necessary components for a complete service of the engine and drivetrain on your Volvo All of the parts in our kits are OEM quality for the best in performance and fitment For more information on ipd tune up kits their applications or additional maintenance advice give us a call Bosch Tune up Kits Includes distributor cap rotor and spark plugs 240 series B21F 1976 83 MAIK108 18 60 240 series B230F 1985 93 MAIK114 19 10 240 series white cap B21MPG B23F 1981 84 MAIK115 23 28 240 series turbo GLT B2 IFT 1981 85 MAIK119 18 10 240 series B23F 1983 84 MAIK116 21 95 740 940 series B230F cam driven 1985 95 MAIK117 67 75 700 900 series B230FT cam driven 1985 95 MAIK118 67 75 700 series B23FT 1984 MAIK120 21 45 Bosch Extended Service Kits 60 000 mile service Includes rotor cap spark plugs air filter fuel filter oil filter ignition wire kit timing belt flame trap differential gasket oil drain plug injector seals and fuel filter seals on models where needed 240 series B21 1981 82 MAIK108X 107 3 240 series B230 1985 92 MAIK114X 109 21 240 series B21FT 1981 85 MAIK119X 114 84 240 series B23F B230 1983 84 MAIK116X 112 06 700 940 series B230 1985 92 MAIK117X cam drvn dist 144 13 700 940 series B230FT 1985 92 MAIK118X cam dvn dist 144 85 700 940 series B230 1993
27. idea to replace it at your next oil change or tune up to prevent loss of performance or related problems Under normal conditions it s safe to replace the fuel filter at 30 000 miles or 2 year intervals When changing the filter it is very important to use safe handling procedures and be prepared for fuel spillage Consult the appropriate workshop manual for specifics To ensure a leak free installation always install new copper sealing washers included with most of our filters Also keep in mind that any foreign debris in the output side of the filter or fuel line could cause serious problems in the fuel system It is very important to measure your fuel filter on 1975 80 240 series It s the only way to be sure to get the correct one 200 series 1975 78 2 1 8 X 4 1 8 MA71007 14 18 31 8 4 7 8 long 200 ste some 1978 80 21 8 X 41 8 MA71007 10 00 200 series 1975 80 K Jet 2 1 8 x 4 1 8 long MA71020 10 08 200 series 1975 80 K Jet 3 x 4 long MA71036 19 04 200 700 900 series 1981 97 All gas K amp LH Jet 3 1 8 x 4 7 8 long MA71039 11 70 ML71036 200 700 900 series 1977 95 All in tank prepump filter sock MA1276565 9 03 3 x4 long Fuel Line This line is commonly broken while replacing the fuel filter MA1312297 24 64 Not applicable to Regina cars This filter is a smaller filter but the fittings work 21 8 x 4 1 8 long Fuel Pump Relays A common failure causing a no start situation is th
28. ity 8mm silicone jacket and feature a spiral wound core for maximum electrical efficiency Each wire set is custom designed for each application covering over 40 years of Volvo models Engineered to meet and surpass OEM quality our wire sets include factory style metal end connectors where applicable Each wire set includes spark plug and coil wires as well as dielectric grease used on the plug boots for easy removal at tune up time 240 series 1976 93 spark plug wires by ipd MA3E240 69 95 SALE 62 95 700 900 series Bosch spark plug wires by ipd cam driven MA3E7900B 69 95 SALE 62 95 700 900 series Regina spark plug wires by ipd cam driven MA3E7900R 59 95 SALE 53 95 OE Spark Plug Wires by Bosch and Bougicord A properly tuned ignition system is one of the most important factors of any engine It will keep your engine running smoothly economically and will deliver the most power The increased heat under the hood may lead to premature degradation of the ignition wires These wires are made by the original equipment supplier to Volvo so you are assured of the best quality in replacement wires Kit w 90 1 wire for A C Complete kit with Bakelite ends Bosch 240 series 1975 B20 MA3E0909 31 26 240 4 cylinder models 1976 1993 B21 B23 B230 Engines MA3E0921B 38 62 Kit 2 coil wires both short and long wires included Metal jacketed ends Bougicord 240 series 1976 93 B21 B21 FT B23 B230 MA3E0921 55 11 Complete kit cam driven dis
29. l amounts of contamination The air intake hose is supplying clean measured air to the engine If the hose is compromised it both allows dirty air into the engine and allows air that your fuel control system has not measured and compensated for The pre heat hose allows the car to use warm air when it is cold outside by drawing heat from the exhaust system Most smog inspection stations consider the preheat Intake System Maintenance hose to be part of the emissions system and a hole is cause for rejection The air box thermostat valve regulates which air source the car is using The biggest problem with the valve is that failure generally causes the flapper to rest in the hot air position which is both inefficient and causes undue stress on the air mass meter g Check both hoses for holes and points where vibration and chafing have worn through It is easiest to inspect the intake hose when it is removed and flexed to look between the ridges of the tube With the car warm or parked indoors room temperature or above open the air box and remove the filter The flapper should be over in the cold air position but these suffer a high rate of r failure You might be amazed at how much better your car will run on the right air Fuel Line m es ie gt 3 4 Fuel Filters How long has it been since the fuel filter on your Volvo was changed If you re not sure it would be a good
30. me for that style of nut It s a large ring with tabs that stick up at 60 degree intervals The problem with using a drift or punch and a hammer is that the top of the fuel tank is only 4 below the floor of the car and the access opening is so small that you can t get much of an angle to properly engage the tabs This causes the tabs to bend over mak ing it hard to reinstall And if you ever need to open it again it s so mutilated that it s even more difficult if not impossible to remove Our bung nut tool has interlocking tabs that positively engage the bung nut tabs allowing the bung nut to be removed with a 1 4 turn of the wrench The right tool makes this job go much smoother and prevents the bung nut from being damaged No cussing no damage and more important no sparks from ham mering steel on steel hence no unexpected loud violent explosions Please note that any time the fuel tank sender assembly is opened the rubber seal ring should be replaced for safety reasons 240 260 sores 1978938 tonkbungratool MATSIG S240 FREE ipd patch with 240 260soies 1978 93_ubersoling MADOA SAS any purchase of 50 or more Mam Fuel Pumps A fuel pump either works or it doesn t Be sure to fault check the wires and the relay before replacing it A repair to the power source is far less expensive than a misdiagnosed fuel pump These pumps are the same original Bosch pumps that will last as long as the original 200 series All 1975
31. nsor Our oxygen sensor tool has slots machined in it that allow you to slide it over the wires and onto the sensor for secure removal and installation Our new high leverage long handle oxygen sensor wrench has a flex head joint and a bent handle which gives you several different positions to attack that hard to reach sensor Oxygen Sensor Wrench MAT1023 22 95 Lambda Oxygen Sensors Reduce Emissions An oxygen sensor allows your engine to run as smoothly as possible because it mea sures the exhaust gases and relays information to the fuel system control unit With this information the control unit can fine tune the fuel mixture for optimum fuel economy and power A dead oxygen sensor can also lead to significant idle and performance problems All models universal fit single wire All models universal fit 3 wire 240 series w single wire B21F B23F 240 series B21 FT 240 series B230F 200 700 series B230F 700 series B230FT 700 900 series B230F B234F 260 760 series V6 700 940 series turbo B230FT 940 series non turbo B230 By ipd staff If you do service and maintenance work on your Volvo or have ever considered it a good set of workshop manuals is a must Manuals help you troubleshoot problems provide information to help you decide if me chanical repairs are within your abilities and will alert you to the need for special tools The best mechanics in the world rely on manuals for information and consider them to b
32. onsistency from cylinder to cylin der as a difference of 5 between cylinders could cause a significant imbalance and rough running If the compression is within 30 of the factory specs you can usually continue to operate the engine although the performance will be reduced Beyond 30 wear the engine will usually begin to smoke and have a difficult time passing smog tests not to mention the lack of power For most do it yourselfers a compression gauge will be all that is needed as leak down testing is best left for the experienced mechanic Pe ipd HD Distributor Cap ipds HD distributor caps are manufactured from non carbon non alkaline material to pre vent arcing and spark loss They are thicker than stock distributor caps and engineered to deliver a hotter spark to the spark plugs ipod HD distributor caps can handle over 50 000 volts and is a perfect pair to our high energy ignition rotor ipd high energy distributor cap 1975 1993 B20 B21 B23 and B230 engines MA25 0022 16 86 ipd HD rotor No load no resistance for a hotter high energy spark Stock rotors have a 1 000 ohm resistor built in which creates heat and more frequent rotor failure The ipd HD rotor is designed for use stock or high energy appli reit ipd high energy ignition rotor cations direct fit for improved spark and better performance 1975 81 B21 1981 85 B21FT engines MA25 0021 15 32 ipdusa com 800 444 6473 B
33. oot length of rubber hose that you can use to listen for leaks Hold one end of the hose to your ear while you scout around the engine compartment with the other end When you hear rushing air or whistling you ve located the leak Compression amp Leak Down Tests A compression test will give you a good idea of overall engine condition If a com pression test indicates a problem low com pression then you ll need to perform the more involved leak down test using a leak down tester to pinpoint the cause By filling the sealed engine cylinder with the piston at top dead center with a known pressure of air the amount of air that leaks out due to a worn valve or worn rings can be expressed as a percentage of leakage For example if you pressurized the 1 cylinder to 100 psi and it held 90 psi you would say that the cylinder had 10 leakage The leak down tester makes this an easy task The tool screws into the spark plug hole and when connected to an air compressor it will quick ly allow you to pinpoint the problem If you hear air escaping out through the exhaust pipe you ve probably got a burnt exhaust valve if you hear air escaping out through the intake manifold or air box then the in take valve seat is suspect If you hear air es caping out through the oil filler cap or block breather then the problem is with the rings or piston When checking leak down 10 is acceptable Beyond 10 you ll want to check for c
34. p to the pick up tube Instructions are included Prepump Upgrade for 240 Series 1979 1993 Prepump conversion kit includes A B C D E and instructions MA7845K 79 36 In Tank Prepumps If your Volvo runs but runs poorly as if it is starving for fuel a common problem area is the prepump in tank fuel pump Another common symptom is that the car will run fine on a full tank but below half a tank it stumbles and bucks and the main pump will usually be quite noisy 200 series B20 B21 B21FT B23 B27 1978 83 MA1276330 51 56 ea 200 series B23 B230 1984 93 MA1389721 56 03 ea 740 760 series Al 1983 85 MA1389721 56 03 ea 700 series All 1986 87 MA3517845 61 70 ea 700 900 series B230FT 1986 95 MA3517845 61 70 ea 940 series B230F B234F 1991 94 MA1389721 56 03 eg Filter All models 1978 95 MA1276565 9 03 ea 200 series Fuel tank sender seal ring 1975 93 MA949276 4 58 ea In tank prepump hose 1978 95 MAH1016 0 62 ea Prepump hose clamps Al MA21017 0 98 ea ipdusa com 800 444 6473 UZEZ Mann Off Filters To our knowledge this is simply the best filter you can buy for the money This filter manufactured by Mann grabbed the number one slot in an oil filter test by the Volvo Club of America Mann is the original supplier of oil filters to Volvo Fits all 1962 98 Volvos except for diesels or V6 1975 98 All models Mann oil filter MA3517857 4 95 ea Case of 10 Mann oil filter MA3517 39 50 case 4 cylinder all copper oil
35. park plugs and through a design change in plug wires The change in plugs wires was from the previously used solid core wires to a carbon impregnated fiber wound wire sur rounded by a rubber coating This resulted in an increase of resistance in the plug wire which resulted in reduction in spark energy and aided in reducing the amount of RF that was transmitted to the radio This became even more important as fuel injection sys tems came to market Fuel injection systems rely on a number of electrical signals fed to the ECU so that it can then inject the correct amount of fuel given the current needs of the engine Many of the sensors used in fuel injection systems work on a lower signal range than the ve hicles normal operating voltage of around 13 volts Typically they will provide a 0 2 volt signal for the more critical signals like crank position or in some cases cam distribu tor position These signals are more prone to stray electrical energy and are therefore designed to use shielded ground wires that help capture and direct any stray RF in the engine bay The ignition system is the pri mary cause of RF in the engine bay and as such the design of spark plug wires must yet again be revisited This time around en gineers found that if the carbon impregnated fiber was wound in a helix fashion it would The Technology Behind ipd Plug Wires holding the spark energy in a magnetic field rather than broadcast it like a r
36. rt Bentley ipd 9L0019 The book provides in depth explanations of air fuel mixture oxygen sensor Lambda systems ignition amp valve timing injection systems and how changes in these systems effect com bustion amp performance Again if you find the information in this article interesting can t recommend the Bentley book enough It re ally cleared up a lot of mysteries for me spark The ignition system in most cars is quite complicated so we will only cover confir mation of spark The simplest and safest method is to keep a new spark plug in your toolbox and simply connect it into the end of the spark plug wire make sure it is properly grounded and check for spark while crank ing the engine Do this for each cylinder and note the color consistency and intensity of each test Refer to your workshop manual for clarification If you find a no spark or weak spark condition swap the wires to see if the problem is in the wire If the problem persists with the substituted wire then the problem will most likely require profession al diagnosis If you have a good workshop manual you can perform further ignition sys tem tests but more sophisticated tools and What Makes Your Volvo fick land How to Keep it Ticking techniques are required usually beyond the scope of the average do it yourselfer Fuel System Next on the list is the fuel system You ll need a good service manual for your year and model as
37. s 240 series B20F 1975 240 series B21F B23F B230F 1976 93 240 series B21F B23F B230F 1976 93 240 series turbo B21FT 1981 85 700 940 series B230F B234F B280 1985 95 700 940 series B230F B234F B280 1985 95 700 900 series turbo B23FT B230FT D247 1983 95 200 700 series B21 B23 B230 1982 89 960 90 series 1992 98 960 90 series 1992 98 Part s ending with an E denotes Mahn or Mahle brands Part s ending with a Ket MA460886V 27 40 rectangular K amp LH Jet MA463505E 6 53 rectangular K amp LH Jet MA463505M 10 02 oval MA1276825 17 84 rectangular 11 25 x8 25 MA1336397E 8 44 rectangular 11 25 x 8 25 MA1336397M 12 64 rectangular 13 25 x9 5 MA1257546 9 96 housing thermostat MA1266826 7 98 air filter MA1336397E 8 44 air filter MA1336397M 12 62 denotes that this is an economy version of this part Part s ending with an M MM v denotes Volvo brand ipdusa com 800 444 6473 UZEZ FREE ipd patch with any purchase of 50 or more By ipd staff The intake system is often overlooked but vitally important to the health and longevity of your car It functions both to filter the air as well as to supply the correct or preferable air for different running conditions Obvi ously the filter is critical whether it is an OE paper style or a high performance unit like the K amp N Filters particularly paper filters decrease efficiency dramatically with smal
38. s avail able including high memory 4140 cold rolled chro moly steel life time warrantied polyurethane bushings and grommets and premium grade hardware Detailed step by step instructions are included 6K5025 MA6K5012 378 00 From Matt in Albany OR MA6K5012 8 This upgrade is the best thing you can do for your m oe 4 x brick These especially aided in my lowered 242 6KS l turbo If your car is lowered i would HIGHLY recom MA6K5025 328 00 mend getting the 25mm lin sway bars and Bilstein MA6K5025 328 00 struts There was a night and day difference in MA6K5023 378 00 handling and much more confidence GET UMI MA6K5028 368 00 MA6K5024 368 00 From Jered from Redding CA MA6K5023 328 00 Holly cow I absolutely love my ipd swaybars on every volvo i ever own ipd bars will be the first MAGKS024 368 00 upgrade Dont ask yourself if you should do yourself MAGK5028 9368 00 a favor and just buy them 240 Series Sport Springs by ipd Over the last several years we ve been hearing from our 240 customers that our TME sport springs or lowering coils as they re sometimes called still left the car a little higher and a tad softer than what they were after Many customers even cut our sport springs to achieve the stance they wanted With specific applications for sedans and wagons we ve designed the front springs to be 3 8 lower in the front than the TME springs and changed the spring rate to about 5 stiffer than the
39. springs 4 required per seat 240 series 1975 1993 MA1264010 3 95 ed Bey o 1 your 240 is sagging take a quick look Rai from the rear and see if the seat web has failed Here s one Long springs 4 required per seat 240 series 1975 1993 MAT204564 83 95 out of one of our staffs 240 s that was completely blown out Portland Oregon 97294 Available April 2010 CODE MA Annual ipd Garage Sale May 15 2010 is when the 27th Annual ipd Garage Sale Swap Meet and Car Show will take place We look forward to this event each year and we re excited to have games prizes giveaways sale pricing on most of our stock and much more Doors will open to the ipd sales desk from 9 00am until 1 00pm and the swap meet and car show has been extended to run until 3 00pm We hope to see you here for this great event Garage Sale is 9 00am to 3 00pm Saturday May 15 2010 For information on displaying your Volvo or to reserve a swap meet spot call 800 444 6473 or e mail our show coordinator Cameron Daline at cdaline ipdusa com Over the past 26 years that we have put this event on we have had about 3 years with perfect weather Last year was one of those years and probably had a lot to do with the great turn out we had Over 70 show quality Volvos squeezed into our parking lot and another 100 or more lined the streets and parking lots for several blocks around our shop The models were pretty evenly spread with great stock and modified examples ranging
40. t the bottom of your glove box If you don t have one you can down load them or view them on line for free at Volvos website Go to the Community page and then select Your Volvo and you ll be abel to look up the Owners manuls Service Interval charts A handy VIN decoder etc for most models The owners manual is chock full of good information They don t get too technical but you can learn quite a bit about your Volvo from them Next time you re stuck sitting in your Volvo dig it out of the glove box and flip through it You would be amazed at the wealth of information provided in this little booklet specifically about your model Types of fluid and capacities light bulb sizes and how to replace them maintenance intervals basic trouble shooting minor adjustments driving tips and proper use of your Volvo are some of the topics covered Educate yourself with the appropriate manuals and you ll save money on repairs even if you don t do the work yourself You ll get better service since you will be able to clearly explain problems and have a fuller understanding of suggested repairs If you are unsure of what manuals might be best suited for you give us a call We ll gladly spend a few minutes with you and suggest manuals that best match your needs and ex perience EPa ipdusa com 800 444 6473 A 3 y wo ae _ 4 f w _ f Tamimi j x 4 mann i ye l a Se
41. tributor Rubber ends Bougicord 700 940 series 1985 95 B230 B230FT MA3E0925 41 42 REX 1 for coil mounted on driver s side Rubber ends Bougicord 700 940 series 1989 95 B230 MA3E0926 38 31 By Rob Arnold Caring for your ignition system typically in volves just replacing worn components But to get the greatest life span from these com ponents a little care should be exercised Spark plug wires are generally composed of an inner core that carries the spark energy and an outer sheath typically made of sili cone Although silicone is mostly impervious to gas and oil if exposed long enough they can begin to break down and get a mushy consistency This will develop into an engine misfire at worst or poor mileage at best An other crucial part of the plug wire is the boot that prevents the spark energy from jumping around the spark plug to ground High heat levels grease and oil can all cause boots to fit poorly allowing for plug arcing Be sure that plug wire boot ends are clean and do not wiggle on the end of the plug If you do find oil or gas contamination resist clean Ignition System Care ing the wires or boots with a solvent based cleaner instead use a clean dry cloth and wipe the residue from them Caring for your plug wires is one sure way to maximize your maintenance dollars Now let s talk about those spark plugs There are a number of plug gapping tools available on the market today and while most
42. u that in March 2007 af ter a close examination of the Volvo aftermarket parts market we decided to reduce prices on all Volvo products that are commonly available on the Web We aggressively negotiate with our suppliers and are sourcing products from different suppliers to offer competative pricing Much www ipdusa com of ipd s pricing is now based on a cost plus basis We are continually examining our competitor s websites and comparing where we are in the market This means our prices can fluctuate with the market but will ensure that you always get the best price we can offer Unfor tunately this also means that prices printed in our cata logs and other literature may not always be as current as our website We continually strive to provide outstanding customer service to each and every customer whether you come to us via the internet phone fax or our front counter We can t provide this level of customer service without higher operating costs than our competitors We may not always be the lowest priced supplier out there but we will provide quality products and our trade mark service at a very competitive price Ba ipdusa com 800 444 6473 Tune up Time Do tt Right The first step to a well balanced relationship between car and driver is a tune up kit from ipd Utilizing original equipment Bosch compo nents where applicable for the best in quality and value our tune up kits offer the ideal plat
43. uel pump relays which outside of a fuse is the likely culprit Checked the fuse which was fine so it looks like need a fuel pump relay Thank goodness for my project 850 in the garage that could swap parts from Now who s happy to have the garage full of my project cars huh Mrs Arnold So after one fuel pump relay installation the car started and ran and all was happy in the Arnold household with the exception of one 2 door 240 Volvo that needed a jump start Where s my gloves man it s cold out here What s your Volvo story Send your story to bryan ipdusa com and it may be includ ed in an upcoming publication Ft Wanted Your Volvo Story We began featuring customers in newsletters more than usual lately and we ve had great responses from our readers because of it We d like to continue to provide the Volvo community with interesting reader content so we are pleading yes even begging for articles If you have a souped up 240 wagon that you want the world to know about or even if you re in the middle of your 900 series project and want to show off your progress let us know and we d love to feature you and your ride If you own a 700 series and have a great trick or tech tip you ve discovered send it on over and we ll share it with our readers If one of the items on your bucket list is to be published in one of ipd s famous newsletters here s your chance Don t deny it you know it s there if it s not
44. y Rob Arnold Spark plug wires may not be as exciting as turbochargers downpipes or air intake systems but they are just as critical to proper engine operation and performance Believe it or not spark plug wire technology has actu ally progressed albeit slowly over the years with little to no fan fare So in an effort to give spark plug wires their 15 minutes of fame let s take a look back at how they ve evolved over the years and what those changes have done In the early days of automotive engines spark plug wires had to simply provide a conduit for the spark energy to reach the spark plug With such a rudimentary job the wires themselves were quite rudimentary in their design typically no more than a solid copper wire that connected the spark plug to its respective terminal on the distributor cap It wasn t long until insulating material was added to aid in combating misfires as the ignition components wore but this ba sic design was around for a number of years and worked quite well for its time Fast forward to the early adoption of elec tronics to the automobile namely radios It became apparent that the high energy from the coil that transmitted through the solid plug wires created significant radio frequency interference Manufacturers re sponded with a myriad of solutions the most successful was limiting the spark energy through added resistance This was done in a few ways primarily through resistor type s
45. y Service Manual for 240 1983 93 and 1981 85 turbo models MA9L0293 39 95 Bosch Fuel Injection and Engine Management One of our favorite books when it comes to understanding fuel injection on Volvo models manufactured from 1970 to 1998 Packed with original Bosch diagrams and photos this reference guide is considered required reading for anyone who is interested in understand ing and working on the complex injection systems used in Volvo cars Includes comprehen sive coverage of theory and operation troubleshooting diagnosis and test procedures with specifications and a large section on performance issues Close to 200 pages Bosch fuel injection manual MA9L0019 30 01 Volvo Problem Solving Book Written by two long time Volvo mechanics this common sense troubleshooting resource can save hours of frustration and thousands of dollars A complete troubleshooting guide packed with common recurring failures proper repair procedures helpful short cuts and money saving tips Volvo Problem Solver MA9LO100 69 95 ea Haynes Repair amp Service Manuals Whether you need tune up information torque specs or step by step guidance through a complex repair it s here in these must have reference works for the home mechanic Haynes manuals have excellent photo sequences for assembling complex parts They re a good value in our book 240 series 1976 93 MA9L0270 19 96 SALE 17 97 700 series 1983 88 MA9L1550 19 96 SALE 17 97 74
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