my name is tyler and i just bought a 1986 240 and its only running on 3 cylinders how do i fix this? and how much is this going to cost? im planing on racing in october so i need to start building soon. this is my first volvo and i dont know really much about them exept the are tough cars and reliable

 

Hi Tyler,

Greetings.

As I'm an 850 driver, I don't know much about 240s. However, in regard to the dead cylinder, I would check the following:

1. Spark plug condition, ignition wire for loose connections, distributor cap for severe carbon build-up.
2. Electrical connector to the fuel injector for looseness/cleanliness.
3. Loss of compression (this would have to be done at a shop, unless you know how and have a compression gauge)

Or if it's Diesel:
1. Glow plug inoperative.
2. Fuel injector problem (clogged, etc...)
3. Loss of compression

I cannot tell you exactly what's wrong, unless I myself test the car. Also, try posting this question in the 240 section; people there have much better knowledge than I do on 240s and could help you better than I could. Also, as to the repair cost, no one can give you exact figures, as it depends on what the car needs.

Good luck,


JPN

 

thank you, you gave me a direction to look in