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.

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Old Feb 4, 2015 | 12:03 PM
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After our snowstorm on monday and sub freezing temperatures my 95 850 will not start. I added Isopropyl and have a heater on the engine compartment trying to thaw any frozen fuel lines. Is there any other options? I have already missed one day of work . Thank you.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2015 | 12:12 PM
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when you say won't start, I assume it turns over but not catch? with all the ethanol in gas these days I'd be surprised if its a frozen fuel line but its possible - heating the engine compartment doesn't help the lines running the length of the car or the fuel tank however. You may need to get a tow to a heated garage or wait for an above freezing day. Have you tried using some starting fluid (spray) into the intake? (not sure if you have a turbo or not so this may not be doable) Only other easy steps are to assume its a fuel delivery issue - check the fuses and test for a bad fuel pump relay (you can try jumpering then turn the key on to see if you can hear the pump engage)
 
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Old Feb 6, 2015 | 06:34 PM
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Did you try the starting fluid and if so did it fire ??
Have you checked for spark ??
After it's sat for a couple hours have you tried turning it "ON" and listened for the fuel pump buzz or humm from back by the tank ??
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 10:29 PM
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Is the car cranking?
 
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