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- Tue Apr 09, 2024 1:35 pm
- Forum: Electrical system (30)
- Topic: LED headlamps
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1531
Re: LED headlamps
Another issue involves the bulbs themselves. Replacement bulbs must be e-marked. LED conversion bulbs (i.e. those with a halogen base and LED top) cannot e e-marked. Therefore, they are for off-road use only. Using them on the road renders the car unroadworthy. I had to do loads of research on this ...
- Mon Nov 06, 2023 8:21 am
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Winter and 480's
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4896
Re: Winter and 480's
I parked mine nose-up for a week and water came through the front (possibly via fuse box/wiring), filled the plastic snow trays and created puddles in the rear floor
- Mon Apr 17, 2023 9:32 pm
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Rev hanging issue!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3181
Re: Rev hanging issue!
The fuel injection on the 2.0 takes a signal from the speedometer to sense vehicle speed to cut fuel when the throttle is released. My 480 also experiences hanging revs when the speedometer decides to stop working
- Fri Oct 22, 2021 12:11 pm
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: RPM drops low when engaging clutch
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4702
Re: RPM drops low when engaging clutch
Is the speedo working OK? The 2.0-litre uses road speed data in the injection algorithms.
Also, what do the diagnostic flash codes say?
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Also, what do the diagnostic flash codes say?
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- Fri May 14, 2021 2:18 pm
- Forum: Non Volvo (480) related stuff
- Topic: The secret life of a 440 owner… Volvo 440 SE – M_CEC
- Replies: 2
- Views: 8205
Re: The secret life of a 440 owner… Volvo 440 SE – M_CEC
Excellent post - I also have a 440 and a 460 (to go with the 480) and love them all.
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- Tue Apr 20, 2021 8:02 am
- Forum: Electrical system (30)
- Topic: New Mot Rules
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2776
Re: New Mot Rules
LED conversion kits in exterior lamps have always been not road legal - so this is not a change, merely a clarification.
- Thu Nov 12, 2020 10:10 am
- Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
- Topic: Visit to Lakes
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1537
Re: Visit to Lakes
That red auto 460 Turbo is surely worth saving - there's a pic of it on Flickr in better days...
- Mon Nov 09, 2020 11:06 am
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Dark Green 480
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3740
Re: Dark Green 480
Probably me
- Fri Aug 28, 2020 2:16 pm
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: B20F rough running....ish
- Replies: 20
- Views: 9555
Re: B20F rough running....ish
Nice one - see you tomorrow
- Fri Aug 28, 2020 10:09 am
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: B20F rough running....ish
- Replies: 20
- Views: 9555
Re: B20F rough running....ish
If it helps, I have some of Volvo's genuine diagnostic kit that plugs into the socket, to save you from counting flash codes. I also have the kit that plugs into the ECU, so you can take direct readings from it. Even better news, I am in Coventry tomorrow morning from 10am, seeing my accountant, so ...
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Volvo Enthusiasts Club
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3679
Re: Volvo Enthusiasts Club
I'm sure plenty of enthusiasts would like to scan the material but I don't fancy having answer to VC UK for copyright infringement, should the material appear online.
The idea is to offer an extra service to VEC club members to help with any faults they have. More details in the next club mag.
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The idea is to offer an extra service to VEC club members to help with any faults they have. More details in the next club mag.
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- Wed Jun 17, 2020 10:05 am
- Forum: Body and Interior (80)
- Topic: Washer jet alternative
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2273
Washer jet alternative
I have found an alternative to the original washer jets that are far stronger than the originals; they look very similar and do not hit the underside of the bonnet: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2pcs-Car-Windscreen-Washer-Wiper-Nozzle-Spray-Jet-Universal/183317033204?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trks...
- Mon Apr 27, 2020 12:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Volvo Enthusiasts Club
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3679
Re: Volvo Enthusiasts Club
HI - yes it's true. There was about half a tonne of files containing books that have now been ordered and archived - which took me many evenings last winter. For the 400-series, there's 9 large folders, which include parts books and hand-written notes from the training centre back in the day. 200 an...
- Fri Aug 17, 2018 8:42 am
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Gasket manufacturer recommendations
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2729
Re: Gasket manufacturer recommendations
Anything that is OE quality - do not buy from online sources, where you are unsure of the buyer's repute - there are fakes everywhere. Out of those manufacturers, I recognise Payen, Elring and Corteco.
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- Wed Jul 11, 2018 11:25 am
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Oily recirc valve
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4685
Re: Oily recirc valve
When my 2.0ES and Turbo get a seriously hard thrashing, there is a burning smell from somewhere - I presume it's things getting hotter than intended...
- Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:11 pm
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Oily recirc valve
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4685
Re: Oily recirc valve
I dont think so - it's fairly normal to find a light coat of oil in the intercooler on turbo cars, so unless its either pouring out, or really sludgy, I would not worry. Consider that the crankcase ventilation system vents into the turbo under boost.
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- Tue Jul 10, 2018 11:45 am
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Oily recirc valve
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4685
Re: Oily recirc valve
Provided that it is oil residue from oil mist and not sludge, I would not be worried.
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- Wed Jul 04, 2018 7:59 am
- Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
- Topic: breaking LHD 2.0
- Replies: 59
- Views: 30556
Re: breaking LHD 2.0
How much for the exhaust manifold, please?
- Wed Jun 27, 2018 10:48 am
- Forum: Electrical system (30)
- Topic: LED quvivlents of the standard bulb sets?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6427
Re: LED quvivlents of the standard bulb sets?
LED conversion bulbs are not legal in ANY exterior lamp housing - they are fine for the interior provided the light does not point directly out of any window. While the test looks mainly for LED/HID conversion headlight bulbs, the MOT should fail all LED conversion bulbs under "incompatible light so...
- Mon Jun 25, 2018 8:35 am
- Forum: Engine (20)
- Topic: Wanted: 2.0 litre exhaust manifold
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1757
Wanted: 2.0 litre exhaust manifold
My manifold is cracked and I am tired of welding it up - does anyone have a used part available, please?
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