Volvo 240 1991 Owner's Manual page 157

Volvo 1991 240 Model
Intake system leaking.
Spark plugs, high tension leads or distributor
cap worn (defective)
Worn spark plugs.
pg. 106 Service diagnosis
Condition: Engine stalls at irregular intervals
Possible cause
Defective wires.
Intake system
leaking.
Fuel filter clogged.
Condition: Excessive fuel consumption
Possible cause
Fuel lines
leaking.
Spark plugs
worn.
Condition: Misfiring at highway driving speed
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Correction
Check wire terminals at: fuel pump, fuse No. 5 and 7, coil, distributor, ignition
switch and relays.
Check vacuum hose connections at manifold and auxiliary air valve.
Clean fuel tank filter and replace line fuel filter.
Correction
Check
tightness.
Replace plugs.
Check hose connections.
Clean distributor cap and leads, check the cap for
cracks. Replace defective or worn parts.
Remove. Clean or replace spark plugs.