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by Chenko
26 Mar 2025, 11:41
Forum: 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90
Topic: 1989 740 cranks but won't fire
Replies: 8
Views: 4014

Re: 1989 740 cranks but won't fire

I’ve checked the following things on my car:

Put in new plugs
Checked distributor position
Used timing light.

When I checked the timing I noticed my ignition to be too early.

Could it be that I installed my flywheel the wrong way? I know that I didn’t check for anything when installing it, as I ...
by Chenko
24 Mar 2025, 11:54
Forum: 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90
Topic: 1989 740 cranks but won't fire
Replies: 8
Views: 4014

Re: 1989 740 cranks but won't fire

Will check tomorrow.

I thought the ignition timing was set electronically, so I didn't check if my ignition timing was "correct".
by Chenko
24 Mar 2025, 11:39
Forum: 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90
Topic: 1989 740 cranks but won't fire
Replies: 8
Views: 4014

1989 740 cranks but won't fire

Hi,

My trusty 740 is having a bit of a problem right now and I'm completely at my wits end.

The car sat for a while and received a new engine block. Every ground contact got cleaned.

Engine:
B230F, 2.4 LH Bosch

Problem:
The engine cranks but won't fire up.

My diagnosis so far:
Made sure the ...