What kind of fuel system does a Volvo 740 have?
1. Spare Main Fuel System Relay (white) that powers the ECU and the fuel pumps. (On the 1988-1990 760 Turbo cars, this relay is Green and not compatible with the standard white relay.) 2. Air Mass Meter (not applicable for the 740 cars with Bendix/Regina/Rex systems) 3. Fuel Pressure Regulator (average life is 100,000 to 150,000 miles).
Which is the most reliable Volvo 240 or 740?
Most reliable Volvo 240 or 740, my vote is for the 1988 year and here is why: 700 1 No Self-Diagnostic system. (OBD-I is included on 1989 and later non-turbo cars, and 1990 and later turbos) 2 No Airbag. 3 No ABS on the 240 or 740 cars (optional on the 760 that year, standard on the 780).
What kind of engine does a Volvo 240 have?
Improved K-Block engine in most if not all the 1988 and later cars (the first few off the assembly line may have missed it). The original 1985-87 B230 blocks are perfectly capable of long lives (I’m driving one now), but the 1988-1992 K-blocks received a much improved crankshaft with a better thrust bearing, and thicker connecting rods.
What are the most common problems with Volvo transmissions?
Common Problems with Volvo Transmissions 1 B4 Servo. If your Volvo transmission hesitates to shift gears, it bangs into gear; the problem could be the B4 servo. 2 Valve Body. 3 Transmission Fluid. 4 Software Issues. 5 Transmission overdrive relay. 6 Valve body solenoids – Delayed shifting when hot.
What kind of transmission fluid does a Volvo 240 use?
Fresh transmission fluid is a beautiful, but toxic, translucent red, the color and consistency of cherry flavor cough syrup. If it looks like a 3 day old Starbucks latte then there’s something wrong. The AW70 series transmissions on the Volvo 240, Volvo 740 and Volvo 940 models from 1982-1997.
How do I flush a Volvo 240, 740, 940?
Reconnect the ATF return line and turn the car on. Drive or let the car idle for about 30 minutes to warm it up, then shut down and check the fluid again. This time you’ll be checking the warm side of the dipstick. The difference between the MIN and MAX indicators is 1/2 quart so fill accordingly.