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Engine Misfire: Distributor Cap Inspection (VOL0199AP)

WARNING: This page is about the 780 AW71, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 1970-01-01
Reference number: VOL0199AP

ENGINE MISFIRE: DISTRIBUTOR CAP INSPECTION

ENGINE MISFIRE: DISTRIBUTOR CAP INSPECTION

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TIP

Reference Number(s): VOL0199AP, Date of Issue: 

ENGINE MISFIRE - DISTRIBUTOR CAP INSPECTION

Year(s): All Years

Manufacturer: Volvo

Model(s): 700 Series

ISSUE & TIP

On 700 series Volvos, the protective cover over the distributor cap can cause a slight engine misfire. Remove the distributor cover, then check for black streaks inside the cover that would indicate that secondary ignition sparks are jumping to the cover. Replace any damaged ignition components.

Courtesy of Import Service Magazine

with thanks to:

Vernon Miller

Miller Repair

Stantonville, Tennessee

REFERENCE NUMBER

VOL0199AP

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