AboutRay Niemi Expertise ASE Master Rated. Ask any questions about Volvo models up to 2000. Runnability, starting and charging system, diagnostic codes, brakes, front end, where to get certain parts. Should I buy this Volvo or not? I will try to answer your question and give you the knowlege to make the best decision in your case.
Experience I started working on Volvo's in 1978 at the dealer and attended all the schools and achieved a Master rating. Since 1999 I have worked at independent shops and now own my own shop.
Organizations Alldata on line repair manuals. IATN network of techs.
ASE rating of Master.
Expert: Ray Niemi Date: 6/11/2008 Subject: alarm going off when trying to start the car
Question I have a 1995 volvo 960. When I unlock the drivers door, the trunk or passenger door the emergency lights start flashing and when I try to start the engine the alarm goes off and disables the engine. The alarm goes off after a bit but the emergency lights keep flashing. The battery is good and the remote battery is new. none of the doors unlock when you open the drivers door and the remote will not work....help....
Answer James,
The most common problem with the alarm is the control unit. If possible have someone that is knowlegeable with the Volvo and have them look at the alarm. You might try to get the part number off the control unit and get a used one. Also look all over under the hood and make sure the wire anywhere/everywhere are not damaged.
