20 Most Recent 2001 Volvo S40 - Page 3 Questions & Answers

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My celica did the same thing with a vacuum leak

Start with checking the fuses.

You can get them through Amazon Volvo Camshaft Crankshaft Engine Alignment Timing Locking Fixture Tool Set...

On the top of the engine under the plastic cover that says Volvo.

Either in the center console or under the dash near the driver's door.

Do Not Operate if the Oil Light is on!!!!!!!!! Get it to a Mechanic and have it checked to make sure that it is not a bad oil pump.

Get a scanner from IPD and it will tell you what is wrong. Foxwell NT 300 Diagnostic Scan Tool

You need a Cam Locking tool set, then follow the directions on the link.

Have it scanned, it may be the Flame Trap is plugged or leaking Vacuum.

Check for any fault codes in the engine and transmission. Very possible bad vehicle speed sensor-VSS.

Code is for the VVT or variable valve timing. Was the timing belt replaced recently. If so the timing belt is not on correctly. If it just happened it could be the valve it self, wiring to the valve/corrosion on connectors. Check the oil level as low oil could be an issue. If the belt was not changed recently try changing the oil and adding a qt of Rislone to the oil. It is designed to free up sticky lifters and could free up the VVT solenoid. Worth a try.

Go to the Volvo dealer with the vin # and they will give you the code. You usually need a driver license and the registration for them to give it to you. It should be no cost.

Do a search for timing belt replacement on the internet on that car. Matthews Volvo website should have a description. It is very detailed and very easy to get wrong. Read it multiple times before you try doing it. I have 30+ years working on Volvos and the first time I did one of these it kicked my behind. I did it 3 times before I go it right. Good luck

Try adding Rislone to the oil it maybe a sticky lifter. If it does not go away in a day after adding Rislone take in in for diagnosis.

Have the climate system scanned for fault codes. This willpoint you in the right direction. Need a shop with the Volvo Vida system