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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1993-95 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

  • Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
  • Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
  • The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the refrigera...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 1993-95 -> 1996 -> 240, 940 & 960 -> 850 -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Control Module, Replace -> Front Sensor, Replace -> Hydraulic Modulator, Replace -> Less Multi-Link Rear Suspension -> Multi-Link Suspension -> Rear Sensor, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

240, 940 & 960

A diaphragm type pressure bleeder should be used to bleed system. Bleed system with wheels on vehicle.

  • Raise vehicle and fill brake fluid reservoir to MAX mark.
  • Install automatic filler cap.
  • Use only upper nipple for bleeding vehicles equipped with Multi-Link.
  • Begin by bleeding one of rear wheels as follows:
    • Connect bleeder tool to one of the bleed nipples. Connect bleeder unit.
    • Connect air hose to other side of unit.
    • Open bleed nipple and close it when no bubbles remain in fluid flowing out.
  • Repeat procedure on other rear wheel and both front wheels. On f...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-95 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove support bearing.
  • Unbolt driveshaft flanges at transmission end and differential end.
  • ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace -> With A/C -> Without A/C
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

With A/C

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Detach pipe from control module box.
  • Remove auxiliaries belt.
  • Remove power steering pump and place it on top of engine.
  • Remove upper bolt.
  • Remove bolts common to alternator and compressor; lower bolts on alternator and upper bolts on compressor.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Loosen lower bolts for compressor (so that there is some clearance).
  • Remove air baffle.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Disconnect warning lamp positive lead and connector from alternator.
  • Pull alternator upwards/away.
  • Remove alternator from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Volvo -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

This lamp should be illuminated when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. After the engine has been started, the lamp should go out. If it remains lit, a problem has b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp at water pump and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Automatic Transmission System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 940  2.3 L4 GASAutomatic Transmission System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Indicator Light, Overdrive (Auto) Gear Selection Indicator
  • Connector, At Electrical Distribution Unit, 2-Pin
  • Overdrive Relay
  • Ignition Lock
  • Operating Solenoid, Overdrive
  • Anti-Theft System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 940  2.3 L4 GASAnti-Theft System Component Locations Diagram for 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal
  • Bulb, Right Rear Turn Signal
  • Central Locking Motor
  • Central Locking Motor
  • Ground Connector, Right Tail Light
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1993 Volvo 940  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Generator
  • SRS Indicator
  • 1993 Volvo 940  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Overdrive Relay
  • Overdrive Solenoid
  • Overdrive Indicator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STUCK CDS IN AUDIO UNIT
    Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE ON CALL - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1993 Volvo 940 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1993 Volvo 940 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1993 Volvo 940 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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