Why do cars turn off at stop lights?
The concept of the stop-start system is simple. It automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle is at rest to cut fuel use and eliminate idle emissions. It then restarts the engine automatically when the driver lifts off the brake (or puts in the clutch to select 1st gear) to get going again.
Should I turn off my car at stop lights?
Turning off the car at a red light saves fuel, as long as the car is properly warmed up. This is especially true if you wait a very long time. A lot of hybrids actually do this when you stop the car for more than a few seconds (and their battery is charged enough to run the critical electronic systems).
Is there a problem with my 2004 XC90?
On top of transmission complaints, the 2004 XC90 also has problems with a sudden loss of power. The lucky ones are met with a “reduced engine performance” message, while others are left stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow. No one has added a helpful site for this 2004 XC90 problem yet. Be the first!
Why does my Volvo XC90 keep losing power?
Taken to Volvo every time to SRS airbag reset because it comes on every time I unplug battery $50 charge each time. Ridiculous! Checked voltage and never drops below 12.5 and only that low while starting. This is going to kill someone and Volvo does nothing about it.
Why does my Volvo stall at a stop light?
Have you experienced volvo stalling problems? A stop light or idle stall often means the engine is not idling fast enough (idle speed too low), or the engine is being lugged down by a load on it created by the air conditioning compressor and/or alternator.
Why does my 2004 Volvo Cem get corroded?
I finally Googled it myself under 2004 XC90 Issues and found this issue is way more common than what Volvo led me to believe. The CEM gets corroded because of water in the passenger compartment due to a plugged sunroof drain.