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1993 Volvo 240
No fuel reaching engine.
Check for fuel in the tank.
Check fuse No 4.
No spark
Check that the high tension lead from the coil to the
distributor cap is connected and that the wires to the
distributor and coil are connected.
Check the fuse for the engine control system. The fuse
is located in the engine compartment on the left wheel
housing by the ignition coil.
Spark plugs, high tension leads or distributor
cap wet or defective.
Clean the parts with a dry cloth or spray with a moisture
remover. Replace defective or worn parts.
If no fault is found following the above steps, contact
your Volvo dealer.
Condition: Erratic idle (misfiring)
Possible cause
Correction
Intake system leaking.
Check hose connections.
Spark plugs, high tension leads or distributor
cap worn (defective)
Clean distributor cap and leads, check the cap for
cracks. Replace defective or worn parts.
Worn spark plugs.
Remove. Clean or replace spark plugs.
pg. 106 Service diagnosis
Condition: Engine stalls at irregular intervals
Possible cause
Correction
Defective wires.
Check wire terminals at: fuel pump, fuse No. 5 and 7, coil, distributor, ignition
switch and relays.
Intake system
leaking.
Check vacuum hose connections at manifold and auxiliary air valve.
Fuel filter clogged.
Clean fuel tank filter and replace line fuel filter.
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