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I unfortunately threw my back out a few days ago so no new progress on the MG, but I did replace the thermostat in my Volvo over Easter so I figured I'd throw this video up now. I was getting a check engine light and…
In this episode I replace an auction sensor on my 2001 Volvo S40. I discovered the problem when I started getting a check engine light, I pulled the codes with an OBD-II reader and the code it found was P0130 after some googling that pointed me in the direction of the oxygen sensor.
Hmm I dropped my video last night and it appears that there's no sound post-encoding. I'll repload it again tonight so don't waste you time with the current one
it's recommend that the timing belt is replaced ever 100k miles, well right now I'm over 120k and I'm nervouse to say the least. My dad was kind enough to help me out(did most of the work) and we got it done.
Here's a list of codes I found on volvoforums.org.uk, thought I'd post them here for easy access.
In this episode I dump 1/3 of a can of seafoam into my engine via a vacuum line in order to remove excessive carbon that may have built up over time.
My daily driver is a Volvo s40, I've had it for close to 5 years now and I have to say It's been a sold machine. I really haven't had to do anything to it, it just runs. Well as a result it doesn't get a whole lot of attention from me.