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My car sometimes does not start, really on hot days, i try it a few times and it will start, usually anywhere from 5 to 30 mins. Also when i am on the road it will just die when i am slowing down. it once turned on right after it shut off, while i was coasting. i replaced the main relay and the fuel pump recently.. any ideas?
You have made no mention of whether the electronic engine control was tested for fault codes, this is the very FIRST thing that needs to be done with a problem like this.You have made no mention of whether the electronic engine control was tested for fault codes, this is the very FIRST thing that needs to be done with a problem like this.
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You need to look at the temp sending unit it's probably faulty anthor issue with volvo is dirty throttle body's this raises havoc on the car they idle up down all over the map also you should change the thermostat too as a precautionary measure make sure it's the right temp for your year of your car thanx Chris
Your car has a temperature senser and as soon as the temperature is above a certain level the engine fails as a way of safety. its a safety control switch . First start the engine when it is cool and then check the performance of the fan. Is the generating enough air to cool the engine.as it is running check the temperature gauge i the car and see the level . It could be the fan not providing enough air cool the engine.
Make sure you park with the wheels straight. Sometimes the steering lock is real tough to disenguage if the wheel is shut off with it not straight. This vehicle is particularly tough at times. Next time you're in this jam, you should be able to yank on the wheel in one direction or the other and it will free up the ignition to turn on.
Try replacing the coolant control temp sensor, the one to the computer (usually it will have two wires), not the sensor to the temp light or gauge (usually has only one wire).
Replace crank sensor. Next time it cuts off pour or spray water on it, to cool it down and if car starts that is what it is. I did this to get my car home to fix it. Next thing I would look at is the coil module if crank sensor does not fix it.
You have made no mention of whether the electronic engine control was tested for fault codes, this is the very FIRST thing that needs to be done with a problem like this.
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