How do I know if my all-wheel-drive is working?
Climb in the car, close the door and start the engine. Release the parking brake. Place the transmission in first gear and momentarily apply a small amount of power. If the AWD system is working correctly, the car will attempt to move forward, propelled by the rear wheels.
What is the difference between 2 wheel drive and AWD?
All-Wheel Drive means that the power is being distributed equally to each wheel. Many AWD systems start as just a 2-Wheel Drive system, but when the vehicle senses a slip or loss of traction, it will activate the AWD system. This will let you have more traction and control as you drive.
How does the AWD system work in a Volvo?
This means the AWD system relies on wheelspin to activate the torque transfer from front to rear wheels. It uses a mechanical pump connected to the input and output shaft of the Haldex clutch assembly. Normal driving with ample traction means the car is nearly entirely front wheel drive.
What does the computer do on a Volvo?
The computer in your Volvo controls many critical vehicle system functions like air-to-fuel mixture and generating and storing error codes. When there is regular maintenance that needs to be done or when something malfunctions or needs to be fixed on your Volvo, the computer sends a signal to the “check engine” light.
What does the AWD badge on a Volvo mean?
Volvo AWD badge denotes the Volvo is equipped with all-wheel drive from the factory. Longtime forum contributor Jimmy manages to write almost everything an owner looking for a Volvo AWD system overview would want to know. Jimmy’s explanations cover the first three Haldex generations specifically.
How do I reset the computer on a Volvo?
Open the hood of your Volvo and loosen the retaining nut on the cable clamp running to the negative battery terminal using a socket wrench. Slide the cable clamp off the negative battery terminal. Wait five seconds and reconnect the cable clamp. Tighten the retaining nut on the clamp using a socket wrench.