Haver error code P0740 which indicates the Torque Converter Soleniod Circuit. I did change the fluid and filter but no change as the problem is likely electrical but it needed anyway. Checked fuses and they checked out. Have looked at the trany and there is set of contacts entering what may be a valve soleniod control. Have not found the other end of the wire yet. I need to know how to test and/or replace this if I can. Any help out there?
SOURCE: 1999 Volvo S80 will not hold a charge
Tricky ... Was the alternator replaced with a 2nd hand one or a new one?
A defective alternator can allow the battery to discharge within a few minutes (the diodes in the rear of the alternator can burn out and cause the problem. The diode pack can be replaced). When this happens recharging the battery only replaces the power in the battery - which drains straight back to earth via the alternator, flattening the battery again - often within a couple of minutes or less.
Does the battery lose its charge when the car is standing or just when the engine is fired up?
If the battery loses its charge overnight, try disconnecting the wiring from the rear of the alternator (also look at the electrical connector that fits into the back of the alternator - look for melting/burning marks which suggest something may be amiss inside the alternator).
Let the car stand overnight with the alternator wires disconnected. Will it start up ok and drive (with the alternator wires still disconnected) the next morning?
You could also try just disconnecting the alternator wires, firing up the car and then driving it -
If the car drives ok without dying out and gets further down the street than it usually does, then it probably is the alternator at fault. The car should drive until the battery drains and has insufficient power to trigger the ignition. You certainly would get further down the street with a charged battery and disconnected alternator than you currently do.
It does sound as though you've had an alternator fault to begin with. If it has been replaced with a 2nd hand unit that unit may also be faulty. Rather than replace parts in desperation, visit an auto electrician's - within a few minutes they will be able to test the battery/alternator output and also identify where the lost current is going. It will be cheaper in the long run to have an auto electrician look at the charging system. It only takes a few minutes.
SOURCE: Locationof the Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
Your transmission should still work if the solenoid goes bad. It will just shift funny
SOURCE: 1999 volvo v70 oil change questions
You can buy a canister wrench at the local auto parts store. You do not need to torque the oil filter on, just hand tighten, No new gasket for the drain plugs just do make sure that it is tightened properly
SOURCE: neither turn signal work on 1999 volvo s80, fuses are ok,
Remove the fuse that is labeled "SWM" in the fuse box, then re-install it. This should fix your problem. Have the software updated by a Volvo dealer to prevent this in the future.
SOURCE: p0740 diagnostic code torque convertor clutch
I sounds like the TCC solenoid has failed. The stalling problem confirms that the TCC is engaged.
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