Saturday, 12 March 2016

Summary so far

The repairs have gone well, the car is now reliable if a bit lacking in power. All the Engine Management issues have been resolved. It now requires us to customise it for the trip and change the fluids.

Here are the issues resolved so far

Description
 EMS problems requiring multiple fixes (O2 sensor, coil pack and MAF sensor)
Oil leak rocker box (cheap fix using washers and glue)
Corroded exhaust section (new section from low cost source)
Replaced front discs and pads
Fuel filler flap hinge (ebay to rescue)
Spare key sourced
Courtesy light drain on battery 9 x 21W (changed to LED's)
Cup holder jammed (simple fix)
Battery condition, added bataid for now (still could still be a problem)
Power steering noisy pump (known Volvo problem)
Nearside front flasher intermittent (new bulb and adjust holder)
Timing belt change (standard kit)


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