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| 1993 850 Glt Flashing Arrow + Stalling |
  Mar 17 2007, 01:12 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 17-March 07 Member No.: 25,968 Status:  Location: Henderson, Nevada U.S.A Drives: 2006 Volvo XC90 V8 & 1993 Volvo 850 GLT  |
Hello, I am new to this board as of today! I have a serious problem with my 93' 850 GLT and I was wondering if I could get some insight from someone with a little more experience than I have.
I have had the dreaded flashing arrow for approximately 5 months now. I have been ignoring it, as it has not posed a problem until the past week. Now, before I go into what is exactly happening I would like to add that my 850 has a BRAND NEW VOLVO TRANSMISSION (Yes I know it was crazy of me on a 93' - but I love this car!) Anyway, as of recently, I noticed that the RPM's are fluctuating (jumping) a tiny bit on the freeway. The car will then start to surge a little then the RPM's will go all the way down to zero, the dash lights come on and the car completely stalls out. The only way I have been successful in restarting is to wait 30 seconds, move the shifter VERY RAPIDLY up and down about 10 times, take the key out then restart. I am very scared that this will cause me to have an accident so I am reaching out for ANYONE that can tell me what I need to have fixed. Thanks in advance for your help!! :liebe011: :thumbsup: |
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Mar 18 2007, 09:23 PM
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 Veteran  Group: Admin Posts: 7,355 Joined: 1-March 05 Member No.: 3,464 Status:  Location: Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA Drives: 1996 Volvo 855 T5 FWD, 1989 Honda Civic 2-Door |
For all the 5 months that you had the flashing light on, did you once have the arrow-light code read?
Please have it done quickly - hopefully the problem can be claimed under warranty for the new gearbox... |
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Apr 21 2007, 07:15 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 17-March 07 Member No.: 25,968 Status: Location: Henderson, Nevada U.S.A Drives: 2006 Volvo XC90 V8 & 1993 Volvo 850 GLT |
I still need help on this subject and I would appreciate any help I can get. I took the car to a Volvo / Saab specialist and he replaced some module (I will get the name later) he stated that it isnt stalling anymore (Yes, all codes were read on the old OBD I). I get the car and it is still stalling on the freeway constantly STILL!!. The car just turns off when it feels like it. The RPM's go to ZERO, dash lights come on and car just stalls. What else can I do if the volvo specialist can't even fix it? Any other sensors that you guys can recommend? I will do anything at this point to avoid the embarassment and danger of stalling in intersections and freeways. Another thing, the flashing arrow is no longer flashing BUT....this car STILL stalls. I have so much money into it and I DON'T want to give up but I am helpless. The only thing I can think of or what I might do is replace PNP switch, CMP Sensor and check the alternator and battery. Any other suggestions from you guys? PLEASE! Dang! I hate these 1993's! I am doing everything I can to keep it going. I have over 7k in a car thats worth less than 3k but I am not gonna stop because I love the car. P.S. - It has 160k miles on it and virtually everything is new and all fluids are flushed immediately when needed and oil changed every 2.5k. PLEASE HELP IF POSSIBLE! I LOVE THIS 850!
-Kurtis Magnuson |
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Apr 21 2007, 08:32 AM
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Full Member  Group: Members Posts: 87 Joined: 16-March 07 Member No.: 25,937 Status: Location: coventry england Drives: 1994 volvo 850se,,saab900 |
hi,,,not sure this will help this is what i was told to check for
could check the air mass sensor,check to see if the fuel pump is not faulty,fuel filter choked,vacuum leak at inlet manifold or associated hoses,,,,after it stalls check for codes,i checked for oil fouling on the spark plugs,just changed the fuel pump today and let the engine run for 20mins the when on a 5mile drive and did not stall,like i put not sure if it will help,,,,,,,, |
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Apr 22 2007, 01:04 AM
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Veteran Group: Admin Posts: 7,355 Joined: 1-March 05 Member No.: 3,464 Status: Location: Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA Drives: 1996 Volvo 855 T5 FWD, 1989 Honda Civic 2-Door |
QUOTE(LVboy1980 @ Apr 21 2007, 08:15 PM) The only thing I can think of or what I might do is replace PNP switch, CMP Sensor and check the alternator and battery. Any other suggestions from you guys? PLEASE! -Kurtis Magnuson [right][snapback]54996[/snapback][/right] I would think the PNP Sensor and the CMP as well... |
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 Aug 27 2008, 09:08 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 4 Joined: 14-August 08 Member No.: 46,877 Status: Location: Toronto, Canada Drives: 1996 Volvo 850 Wagon |
I will bet my money on Fuel Filter. After reading, It looks like that your engine runs out of fuel after runining constantly on higher RPMs (more fuel flow) on Freeway. Otherwise also, My approach is to do the easiest thinks first.
Good Luck!!!! |
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Aug 28 2008, 03:20 AM
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Expert Group: Members Posts: 544 Joined: 17-June 06 Member No.: 15,939 Status: Location: Victoria, Australia Drives: '88 240 Wagon, '95 850 T5 Wagon, '00 Nissan ST Twin cab ute. |
QUOTE(LVboy1980 @ Apr 21 2007, 11:15 PM) I still need help on this subject and I would appreciate any help I can get. I took the car to a Volvo / Saab specialist and he replaced some module (I will get the name later) he stated that it isnt stalling anymore (Yes, all codes were read on the old OBD I). I get the car and it is still stalling on the freeway constantly STILL!!. The car just turns off when it feels like it. The RPM's go to ZERO, dash lights come on and car just stalls. What else can I do if the volvo specialist can't even fix it? Any other sensors that you guys can recommend? I will do anything at this point to avoid the embarassment and danger of stalling in intersections and freeways. Another thing, the flashing arrow is no longer flashing BUT....this car STILL stalls. I have so much money into it and I DON'T want to give up but I am helpless. The only thing I can think of or what I might do is replace PNP switch, CMP Sensor and check the alternator and battery. Any other suggestions from you guys? PLEASE! Dang! I hate these 1993's! I am doing everything I can to keep it going. I have over 7k in a car thats worth less than 3k but I am not gonna stop because I love the car. P.S. - It has 160k miles on it and virtually everything is new and all fluids are flushed immediately when needed and oil changed every 2.5k. PLEASE HELP IF POSSIBLE! I LOVE THIS 850! -Kurtis Magnuson [right][snapback]54996[/snapback][/right] After such an emphatic post - it looks like little ol' Kurtis has given up on this forum and disappeared (or posted his request on another forum). And this brings up an issue which irritates me. When people ask for assistance and other forum members go out of their way to do their best to provide assistance, in very few instances does the one requesting help have the courtesy to ever acknowledge or thank those who take the time to help and, I don't know about you, but this p!$$e$ me right off! |
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Aug 28 2008, 05:18 AM
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Veteran Group: Admin Posts: 7,355 Joined: 1-March 05 Member No.: 3,464 Status: Location: Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA Drives: 1996 Volvo 855 T5 FWD, 1989 Honda Civic 2-Door |
Dont worry, Volgrrr!
We recognise your contribution! :) I hope that's enough. Sorry, no money. And err, no free gifts. Just the pleasure knowing that you helped someone. :) |
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Aug 28 2008, 03:09 PM
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 Veteran  Group: Super Mod Posts: 3,398 Joined: 9-August 07 Member No.: 31,123 Status: Location: Brooklyn, New York Drives: 1996 Volvo 850 R,1968 SS clone Camaro,1963 pan/shovel chopper, 1949 Panhead bobber, 1967 Triumph Bonneville, 1967 Honda 175, 1999 Suzuki Hayabusa, 1996 Impala SS big-block, 2004 Mercedes E500 (the mrs.), 1934 Dodge, |
+1 on volgrr and to the bear. :grin:
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Aug 28 2008, 08:22 PM
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Veteran Group: Admin Posts: 7,355 Joined: 1-March 05 Member No.: 3,464 Status: Location: Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA Drives: 1996 Volvo 855 T5 FWD, 1989 Honda Civic 2-Door |
Let's sing...
Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good felllowwww... Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good felllowwww... Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good feeeeeeeeelllooooooowwww... ... the Volvos cant deny! :P |
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Aug 29 2008, 08:49 PM
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 Senior Group: Members Posts: 496 Joined: 14-May 08 Member No.: 42,436 Status: Location: usa Drives: 1994 volvo 850 turbo |
Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good felllowwww... Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good felllowwww... Fooooooooooooorrrr Volgrrr's a jolly good feeeeeeeeelllooooooowwww... ... the Volvos cant deny! :banana: :clap: :liebe011: |
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Aug 29 2008, 08:53 PM
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Senior Group: Members Posts: 496 Joined: 14-May 08 Member No.: 42,436 Status: Location: usa Drives: 1994 volvo 850 turbo |
QUOTE(LVboy1980 @ Mar 17 2007, 01:12 PM) Hello, I am new to this board as of today! I have a serious problem with my 93' 850 GLT and I was wondering if I could get some insight from someone with a little more experience than I have. I have had the dreaded flashing arrow for approximately 5 months now. I have been ignoring it, as it has not posed a problem until the past week. Now, before I go into what is exactly happening I would like to add that my 850 has a BRAND NEW VOLVO TRANSMISSION (Yes I know it was crazy of me on a 93' - but I love this car!) Anyway, as of recently, I noticed that the RPM's are fluctuating (jumping) a tiny bit on the freeway. The car will then start to surge a little then the RPM's will go all the way down to zero, the dash lights come on and the car completely stalls out. The only way I have been successful in restarting is to wait 30 seconds, move the shifter VERY RAPIDLY up and down about 10 times, take the key out then restart. I am very scared that this will cause me to have an accident so I am reaching out for ANYONE that can tell me what I need to have fixed. Thanks in advance for your help!! :liebe011: :thumbsup: [right][snapback]52972[/snapback][/right] I am reaching out for ANYONE that can tell me what I need to have fixed. Thanks in advance for your help!! :liebe011: :thumbsup: is that not a thanks? anyways, some people will ask for help, but will rather listen to the fat pocketed dealer or private serviceman. Most techs want cash over friendship. We are FRIENDS here. :thumbsup: |
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Aug 29 2008, 09:19 PM
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Veteran Group: Super Mod Posts: 3,398 Joined: 9-August 07 Member No.: 31,123 Status: Location: Brooklyn, New York Drives: 1996 Volvo 850 R,1968 SS clone Camaro,1963 pan/shovel chopper, 1949 Panhead bobber, 1967 Triumph Bonneville, 1967 Honda 175, 1999 Suzuki Hayabusa, 1996 Impala SS big-block, 2004 Mercedes E500 (the mrs.), 1934 Dodge, |
i don't think they meant this post, the other blue one.
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Sep 4 2008, 02:03 AM
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 Expert Group: Members Posts: 845 Joined: 19-February 05 Member No.: 3,208 Status: Location: Hampton, TN Drives: 1993 Volvo 854 GLT, 1988 BMW 325i BIG FLAT SIX. |
What about the fuel pump relay? Oh BTW. Why are you using a Volvo Mechanic? Too expensive.
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Sep 4 2008, 02:05 AM
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Expert Group: Members Posts: 845 Joined: 19-February 05 Member No.: 3,208 Status: Location: Hampton, TN Drives: 1993 Volvo 854 GLT, 1988 BMW 325i BIG FLAT SIX. |
QUOTE(Bestharry @ Aug 27 2008, 09:08 AM) I will bet my money on Fuel Filter. After reading, It looks like that your engine runs out of fuel after runining constantly on higher RPMs (more fuel flow) on Freeway. Otherwise also, My approach is to do the easiest thinks first. Good Luck!!!! [right][snapback]90282[/snapback][/right] Higher RPM's on highway? That makes no sense. Sorry bro, dont mean to call you out. But think about it for a second. |
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