Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 09:13 PM
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Default 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

Ihave a 1994 850 Turbo My car starts runs and drives but it won't go faster than 45, like its not getting enough fuel or something. What could this be?
 
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 11:40 PM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

check your fuel filter, and your catalytic converter may be clogged

 
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 11:58 PM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

Could it be the turbo?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:10 AM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

Maybe...It could be a lot of things.
Can you try to describe it a little better? Any check engine light? when was the last maintenance/tune up? Is the car a stick or Auto?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:51 AM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

Well I don't know would you hear this since yours is a turbo...but I had that problem couldn't go over 30...does ur tachometer run normally?
Could be your exhaust manifold thats detached not sure how it happens but that was me 3 weeks ago.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 08:19 AM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

I would also check the air filter. Actually, a decent tune up including new OEM plugs, air filter, fuel filter, and oil change should only cost about $100 and time spent. I would give that a shot first.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 05:43 PM
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Default RE: 850 Turbo won't go faster than 45

See my 2nd reply in the following thread for a tune-up item list:

https://volvoforums.com/m_48928/tm.htm

And as already stated, check for blocked exhaust creating an excessive back pressure.


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