Do I just tell Autozone to run diags for the check engine light ?Trilarry wrote:Take the Car to AutoZone or any Chain Autopart Store and Have them read the codes. Since the light came back it's indicating that there is indeed a problem. And yes there are many codes. write them down after Autozone reads them out to you and post them here.
Tri
1998 Volvo S70 Check Engine Light Topic is solved
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In answer to your questions:
Yes, there can be hundreds of different fault codes that cause a Check Engine Light to come on. The code number describes the particular fault. As far as what to ask for at Autotozone/Advance/whatever auto parts store just tell them that you have a check engine light and need your codes read.
If possible have them print the code out or otherwise have a pen and a pad to write them down. The codes will start with a P followed by 4 numbers.
The free code reading service from some pimple faced kid that can't figure out how to run the cash register always comes with a suggestion that if you buy a new disgronificator ($ US 89.99) it will surely fix your problem. I would suggest that you decline and post your codes here. That will give us much more guidance in helping you fix your real problem.
...Lee
Yes, there can be hundreds of different fault codes that cause a Check Engine Light to come on. The code number describes the particular fault. As far as what to ask for at Autotozone/Advance/whatever auto parts store just tell them that you have a check engine light and need your codes read.
If possible have them print the code out or otherwise have a pen and a pad to write them down. The codes will start with a P followed by 4 numbers.
The free code reading service from some pimple faced kid that can't figure out how to run the cash register always comes with a suggestion that if you buy a new disgronificator ($ US 89.99) it will surely fix your problem. I would suggest that you decline and post your codes here. That will give us much more guidance in helping you fix your real problem.
...Lee
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1972 142 Grand Luxe
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1999 V70XC - Nautic Blue - Totaled while parked.
1999 V70XC - RIP - Wrecked Parts Car.
1998 S70 T5
1996 850 N/A
1989 740 GLT
1986 740 GLT
1972 142 Grand Luxe
Are you sure that the cap is actullay coming loose after you tighten it, or do you mean that the light comes back on after you tighten the cap? Any leak in the evaporation system will set a code, or a problem with the fuel tank pressure sensor(which sends the signal to the Motronic, that decides there is a leak and sets a code).green mountain wrote:I have a 1998 Volvo S70 GT that has had its CHECK ENGINE light come on 4 times in the past 5 months. The problem has always been a "gross evaporative leak" from the fuel system (per the fault codes pulled at the dealership and elsewhere). The dealer has replaced the fuel cap (and charged me for it), but otherwise insists the problem is not tightening the fuel cap. I HAVE been tightening the cap (its really not rocket scienc)-- it just pops off when tested moments later. Is there any other recourse to be taken with the dealership that others have found to work? The vehicle is under warranty, but the nuisance of this problem is making me sick. This is the fifth generation Volvo in my family, but my trouble with the car makes me want to head for the Honda store at times.
Bumping...with a smile
Lee,
I finally had the diags run on the check engine light. The only code that showed was (as follows)"
"P0108 is Manifold Absolute pressure / Barometric pressure curcuit high input"
Please explain this code. I am confused by its meaning .....
Lee,
I finally had the diags run on the check engine light. The only code that showed was (as follows)"
"P0108 is Manifold Absolute pressure / Barometric pressure curcuit high input"
Please explain this code. I am confused by its meaning .....
Ozark Lee wrote:In answer to your questions:
Yes, there can be hundreds of different fault codes that cause a Check Engine Light to come on. The code number describes the particular fault. As far as what to ask for at Autotozone/Advance/whatever auto parts store just tell them that you have a check engine light and need your codes read.
If possible have them print the code out or otherwise have a pen and a pad to write them down. The codes will start with a P followed by 4 numbers.
The free code reading service from some pimple faced kid that can't figure out how to run the cash register always comes with a suggestion that if you buy a new disgronificator ($ US 89.99) it will surely fix your problem. I would suggest that you decline and post your codes here. That will give us much more guidance in helping you fix your real problem.
...Lee
Apparently the sensor you're having problems with is a pressure sensor that measures the altitude of the car - in other words an altimeter.
This helps provide information to the ignition system, which in turn uses this information (along with signals from a bunch of other sensors) to calculate the correct fuel mixture.
Read som place that the sensor is located to the right in engine compartment, in front of the washer refill.
You might want to check it out.
Oh and I stole this from BrickBoard:
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High input means the pressure sensor is not responding to changes in pressure that are actually occurring. It is stuck at one extreme. Low input and intermittent input are other faults that can occur. See
http://www.obdii.com/codes.html
It might be a loose connection or faulty sensor (either manifold absolute pressure or barometric pressure sensors or both are used on various cars to provide a reference against which the fuel pressure is measured).
Indeed, though, it might not come back. The effect of the error might be a loss in fuel economy or minor driveability issues (and failure of an emission test). If it comes back and stays, you will be able to trace it.
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This helps provide information to the ignition system, which in turn uses this information (along with signals from a bunch of other sensors) to calculate the correct fuel mixture.
Read som place that the sensor is located to the right in engine compartment, in front of the washer refill.
You might want to check it out.
Oh and I stole this from BrickBoard:
_____________________________________________________________
High input means the pressure sensor is not responding to changes in pressure that are actually occurring. It is stuck at one extreme. Low input and intermittent input are other faults that can occur. See
http://www.obdii.com/codes.html
It might be a loose connection or faulty sensor (either manifold absolute pressure or barometric pressure sensors or both are used on various cars to provide a reference against which the fuel pressure is measured).
Indeed, though, it might not come back. The effect of the error might be a loss in fuel economy or minor driveability issues (and failure of an emission test). If it comes back and stays, you will be able to trace it.
_____________________________________________________________
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