power loss - '83 244 fuel pump relay? - where is it?

skiviskaves · Post by **skiviskaves** » 25 Apr 2013, 10:12

I’ve got a problem with intermittent loss of power/misfiring/poor acceleration on my ’83 244 DL. I joke that I have a brand new 1983 Volvo because over the last year I’ve replaced a lot of parts. I’ve read that the fuel pump relay might be the culprit. Can you tell me where to find the fuel pump relay? I thought it was one of the (2) black relays under the glove box but after replacing them, no improvement.
Also, the best place to purchase the fuel pump relay?

Some of the parts that I’ve replaced that could pertain to this problem: full tune up, plugs, wires, rotor, cap, throttle position sensor, idle air control valve, in tank fuel pump, fuel filter, air filter, cleaned but did not replace MAF, O2 sensor, a couple vacuum lines.

Also, there is a smell of fuel and there was some fuel in the air intake tube behind the MAF when I cleaned that.

THANKS!!!

Post by **rgk** » 24 Jun 2013, 15:18

You should look for a fuel leak and check your fuel pressure.

kenwood · Post by **kenwood** » 09 Jul 2013, 09:43

I have the same question, where exactly is the fuel pump relay on an '83 244DL? Thanks!

kenwood · Post by **kenwood** » 13 Jul 2013, 20:34

Found 'em, you are right, there are two. And they're mounted together behind the glove compartment. One of mine was intermittent causing the engine to quit and required replacement. These are simple on/off relay switches, the fuel pump will not run at all if they fail.