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1988 Volvo 740 Repair Question


Topics covered: No power, Distributor, Engine.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on November 6, 2008

1988 Volvo 740 won't start

Engine Performance problem
1988 Volvo 740 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 140,00 miles

I only have spark and fuel when I remove the distributor and spin it by hand,this seems to turn on main power when there is no power at normal start up, any ideas?
Avatar Asked by bonehead11

Answer

Replied on November 7, 2008

Hi bonehead11,

Thank you for the donation.

Do you mean to say there is power at ignition on and no power when cranking?

I suspect either the timing belt is broken or the ignition switch is faulty.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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