Whats in a tune up?
Morning all! (morning in the UK)
I've seen on here that people have taken their cars to mechanics / dealers, and have had "tune-up" work carried out. Now in the days of carburettors and such, one could actually adjust the fuelling for the engine if they had gone waywood. But what can a mech do for our fully electronic fuel systems on the 850 besides replace rotor arms and leads and sparkplugs and decokes? I didnt think there was much scope for tweaking fuel settings and timings. Your thoughts? Rich |
RE: Whats in a tune up?
When most people think of tune-up, it includes things like...
Spark Plugs Spark Plug Wires Distributor Cap and Rotor Some folks add to the list... Air Filter Fuel Filter Ignition Coil Timing Belt, including tensioner and water pump Serpentine Belt Some folks add even more... O2 Sensors Send injectors out to be professionally cleaned (http://www.rceng.com) Fuel Pump Some folks add even more... Vacuum Hoses Intercooler Hoses Clean Intercooler and Pipes And I'll add even more... Radiator and Heater Hoses Wahler 87C/190F Thermostat Replace Radiator Fluid Magnetic Oil Drain Plug Replace ATF Hang a magnet in Power Steering Reservior to catch floating debris Inspect Suspension and Engine Mounts r213faq Genuine Volvo Service - 850 series 1995-1997 Every 10,000 miles: Oil Filter & Engine Oil: Replace Battery Test: Check Electrolyte Level and Clamps Brake Pads: Check Wear -- In my experience, OEM Brake Pads must be replaced every 25K miles Automatic Transmission: Check Shift Control; Check Fluid Level -- In my experience, ATF must be changed every two years -- Note 1998 Model Years and older use DEXRON-III -- Note 1999 Model Years and newer use Mobil/Volvo JWS 3309. ---- It is not synthetic. It is expensive at $18/quart. Fluid Levels: Check/Adjust (Coolant, brake fluid, power steering and washer) -- Note Our power steering system uses DEXRON-III, not generic PS fluid Diagnostic Codes: Check, Reset Tires: Check for damage and wear (Rotate at customer's request) Lubricate: Hood Hinges, Door Hinges, Door Striker Plates, Clean: Power Antenna Reset: Service Light Every 20,000 miles: Brake Hoses: Check Fuel Lines: Check Steering, Front & Rear Suspension: Check Drive Shaft Joints: Check for wear/play Lubricate Belt Tensioner Pivot Bearing -- I would guess this means both Serpentine and Timing Every 30,000 miles: Air Filter Cartridge: Replace Spark Plugs: Replace Brake Fluid: Replace at interval or every two years Every 60,000 miles: Drive (Serpentine) Belts: Replace PCV: Replace Flame Guard, Clean Nipple and Hoses Every 70,000 miles: Timing Belt: Replace Every 100,000 miles: EGR System: Check and Clean Fuel Filter: Replace ------------------------------------------------------------ In my opinion, Here is a list of items that have been omitted... 1) ATF: Replace 2) Coolant: Replace 3) Thermostat/Engine Coolant Temp (ECT): Replace 4) Water Pump: Replace 5) O2 Sensor: Replace 6) Ignitor Module: Replace 7) Struts/Spring Seats: Replace |
RE: Whats in a tune up?
ORIGINAL: ciao-rich Now in the days of carburettors and such, one could actually adjust the fuelling for the engine if they had gone waywood. But what can a mech do for our fully electronic fuel systems on the 850... I didnt think there was much scope for tweaking fuel settings and timings. Both of these functions can be re-programmed by companies such as http://www.ipdusa.com and http://www.rica.nl |
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