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1992 240 Just Above A quarter Tank

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volvointenn
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Year and Model: 240 1992
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1992 240 Just Above A quarter Tank

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My daughter's 240 sputters and dies when it gets down to just over a quarter of a tank of gas. Seems to me I've seen other posts with a remedy to this problem. No other problems or symptoms until the tank empties to this level. Any suggestions?

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Post by lummert »

It's related to the in-tank fuel pump. Does it get worse in hot weather?
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volvointenn
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Post by volvointenn »

It was warm when it happened a few days ago. She filled the tank today and the car ran fine. It was 83 degree here today.

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Post by lummert »

Maybe suggest that she keep the tank filled to at least half a tank.
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volvointenn
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Post by volvointenn »

That was my suggestion. And I will replace the in-tank fuel pump. Thank you.

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