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by tl-s40_2002
01 Feb 2012, 05:11
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: 2001 V40 hard starting issue
Replies: 3
Views: 3350

Re: 2001 V40 hard starting issue

Can you confirm the location of the fuel pressure regulator? I was told that it was located in the fuel tank, but also saw somethings about the fuel rail too. I am having the same problems newdad describs above and was informed to replace the fuel pressure regulator also.
2002 S40
Thanks
by tl-s40_2002
31 Jul 2011, 13:40
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: S40 - won't start or turn over intermitently - 2000 S40
Replies: 9
Views: 8210

Re: S40 - won't start or turn over intermitently - 2000 S40

FYI to all users encounter the infamous starting issue with 2000-2004 S40-Replace your Neutral Safety Switch relay (aka PNP Safety switch-Gear selector Sensor) - to make a long story short, when you drive your car and then stop and turn of, this relay is still thinking the car is in gear, hence will...
by tl-s40_2002
31 Jul 2011, 13:21
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting
Replies: 41
Views: 26873

Re: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting

Nope, since I have had my Neutral Relay Switch (aka PNP Safety switch)replaced it has started every time. I am not sure how to replace myself, but I had it done for around a $220 -about $110-115 for the actual switch and $110 for the labor. I had a Volvo specialist perform the job and have had 100% ...
by tl-s40_2002
30 Mar 2010, 12:00
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting
Replies: 41
Views: 26873

Re: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting

Hey all, booboo22- may be on to something with there recommended fix. After a little research and analyzing my No Starting encounters, I am going to try replacing the Neutral Safety Switch . I will keep updating everyone here on the forum once I get the part installed, which will be in a few weeks. ...
by tl-s40_2002
24 Mar 2010, 08:54
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting
Replies: 41
Views: 26873

Re: s40 volvo yr 2000 sometimes car not starting

I needed to join this conversation about S40's not starting, I own a 2002 S40 and seem to be having the same issue being discussed here. I have own my car for a year now and have experienced the same problems with the car sometimes not starting. When turning the key all lights come on but the starte...
by tl-s40_2002
24 Mar 2010, 08:50
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: 2000 S40 Electrical Problems?
Replies: 14
Views: 11675

Re: 2000 S40 Electrical Problems?

I needed to join this conversation about S40's not starting, I own a 2002 S40 and seem to be having the same issue being discussed here. I have own my car for a year now and have experienced the same problems with the car sometimes not starting. When turning the key all lights come on but the starte...