I have some indications that the crank position sensor may be my core problem--and I have one coming in hopefully tomorrow. I expect to be able to put it in Thursday (8/27/09) and will post response. Thanks, Cary

Ok thanks Bill I will check this out--it certainly would simplify the diagnose if I can get the box working. Cary

Thanks Bill--I did try to pull the codes a couple of days ago--and unfortunately the code box is unresponsive. The contacts look ok--and I think I'm doing it correctly as I've had no difficulties getting the codes off the more elaborate system in my two Volvo 850s. I wonder if the little red light c...

barely runs I had my '89 240 off the road for 2 yrs. (started it occasionally) recently registered and it ran reasonably well -- but would sometimes cut out briefly upon accelerating. Suddenly would barely start --managed to pop and sputter the 2 miles home. I diagnosed faulty tank pump --replaced i...