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.
Question My 1990 Volvo 760 turbo station wagon isn't starting in the mornings. The outside air can be warm but it refuses to turn over until the interior air gets hot. I have tried putting a blanket on the hood and wrapping the steering wheel but that isn't working. I can't afford to pay a huge amount to get it fixed but I need a reliable car. It has just started since I moved into the mountains. Can you help? It is an automatic. Battery works fine, sounds like it is trying to turn over for a few seconds then nothing. Thank you.
Answer Louisa,
So the engine cranks over but does not want to run. Are all the tune up parts in good shape. Plugs cap rotor wires? Is the fuel pressure too low? Should be 42 psi. The intake system and intake valves could be carboned up and the fuel that is sprayed in during the starting sequence maybe getting absorbed by the carbon. If the intercooler system has any air leakage that could also make it hard starting. Is the car just getting old and worn out? Maybe compression is too low
