Check engine light is on, know the problem, need extra help

M81388 · Post by **M81388** » 05 Feb 2006, 14:14

Hi, i own a 1994 Volvo 850 Non-Turbo 2.4L 20 Valve. My "Check Engine" Light came on about a week ago. I searched the forums and found out how to check for diagnostic codes, so I did a check on 'A2 - Fuel System' and the code '1-3-2' came up, then I did a little more searching and i found out that it means that the Battery Voltage is too low/high. How do I narrow it down from there and over all fix the problem?

Thanks Alot.

Tsquared · Post by **Tsquared** » 05 Feb 2006, 18:06

My first thought would be a voltage regulator. Have you had any problems recently with the battery or starting the car? Does your battery show any signs of overcharging (moisture around the vents or swolen battery)?

T2

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 05 Feb 2006, 21:07

I would suspect a dying battery (too high or too LOW, right?).

M81388 · Post by **M81388** » 12 Feb 2006, 20:50

The thing is, i recently bought a new battery (bout 6 mos. ago). However, I've noticed that every single time i get out of the car and shut the door, my hand gets zapped by the car. Very annoying. I want to avoid taking it to a mechanic though. BTW, sorry for the delay of my reply, but my Internet has been down.

White850Turbo · Post by **White850Turbo** » 13 Feb 2006, 06:17

That code is certainly not one that I see people have very often. Best bet is to reset it, see if it comes back, and if it does, replace the voltage regulator.

Jot · Post by **Jot** » 13 Feb 2006, 06:22

The "zap" is static electricity which is common in the winter . I doubt it has anything to do with the battery