S80 Filter Cleaning.

mugabenp · Post by **mugabenp** » 16 May 2009, 13:23

I have just cleaned my air filter with ( Gas or Petrol). It was really dirty. I could see that from the debris. I got it dried and reinstalled it and my S80 won't start. I am getting an message on the dash "Engine performance reduced". Any way round this or have I damaged some sensor.

Post by **vegasjetskier** » 16 May 2009, 13:27

I hope you are talking about a K&N type filter and not a stock paper filter - you don't clean those, just replace them.

mugabenp · Post by **mugabenp** » 16 May 2009, 14:44

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I have the attached type of filter. I think it might be K & N. How does K&N filter look like.
What could be the reason for the vehicle not starting?

Post by **vegasjetskier** » 16 May 2009, 16:14

The K&N should look reddish-purple and you should have a sticker on or around the airbox telling you it has a K&N in it. Here's a link:

http://www.knfilters.com/search/product ... od=33-2152

I suspect you do not have a K&N. I would go to the nearest auto parts store and buy a standard paper replacement filter, install it and see if the car will start then.

Post by **FlyingVolvo** » 16 May 2009, 18:13

If it doesn't start after the new filter, is it possible the fumes may have harmed the Mass Airflow Sensor?

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 16 May 2009, 21:06

I would say that the gas fumes definitely could have done something to the MAF sensor- it would be worth cleaning it...remember that gasoline is slimy and leaves a residue.. OEM, 3rd party or K&N- I've never heard of cleaning any air filter with gasoline. The K&N comes with a special kit that dissolves the grime and then you wash it with water before re-oiling it.

mugabenp · Post by **mugabenp** » 16 May 2009, 21:21

You are right. I think volvo is quite sensitive. I have cleaned filters this way before. For other models . such as Honda & Toyota, this is no problem. Let me see what happens when I clean the MAF sensor.