No Start possibly due to bad PNP?

kashee77 · Post by **kashee77** » 14 Dec 2016, 14:59

Hi
I have 98 v70 base model with a no start issue, sometimes it starts sometimes it doesn't, combined with a flashing winter driving mode button down on the gear shifter trim. Today it started and the winter driving mode button stopped flashing. At first I thought it was a starter issue but now I'm wondering since the PNP switch acts like a neutral safety switch (among other things) is it possible that it is causing the no start. Also how do you get to the PNP Switch?

Post by **Ozark Lee** » 14 Dec 2016, 16:30

You are on the right track. My Platinum has a bad PNP and about 5% of the time the starter doesn't work until I row the shifter and sometimes I have to go to neutral. The flashing up arrow is also typical with a failing PNP switch.

...Lee

Post by **polskamafia mjl** » 16 Dec 2016, 00:32

kashee77 wrote:Also how do you get to the PNP Switch?

It's right on top of the transmission.

https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums ... =1&t=29930

Post by **abscate** » 16 Dec 2016, 18:15

Search the remote starter connection thread to find the bypass connector.

That is a quick test of the starter cable battery side of the circuit, plus it can bail you out when you are on the road