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Volvo 240 (242, 244 and 245, 1974-1993) repair manuals

Find the best Volvo 240 (242, 244 and 245, 1974-1993) repair manuals here. Detailed step-by-step guides for easy DIY service and repairs on Volvo cars. Clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

Volvo 240 Series - Petrol (1974-1993) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volvo 240, 242, 244 and 245.

Petrol engines: 2.0 litre (1986 cc), 2.1 litre (2127 cc) and 2.3 litre (2316 cc).

Production years: 1974-1993.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the OHV petrol engine or the diesel models.

Pages of the book Volvo 240 Series Petrol (74-93) (1)

This Haynes manual for the Volvo 240, 242, 244 and 245 describes service and repair of the petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
  • Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Details:256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0270)
ISBN:9780857337429

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Cover repair manual Volvo 240 Series - Petrol (1974-1993)

Volvo 240 Series - Petrol (1974-1993)

Language: English

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Volvo 240 Series - All gasoline models (1976-1993) (USA) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volvo 240 Series.

Versions: 242, 242GT, 244, 245, DL, GL and GT.

Model years: 1976-1993.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models.

This Haynes manual for the Volvo 240 Series describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, the gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
  • Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
  • Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Author:Robert Maddox, J. H. Haynes
Details:359 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1988)
Series:Haynes Auto Repair Manual (97020)
ISBN:9781563921360

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Cover repair manual Volvo 240 Series - All gasoline models (1976-1993) (USA)

Volvo 240 Series - All gasoline models (1976-1993) (USA)

Language: English

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Volvo 240 - DL, GL, Turbo, 240, 240 DL, 240 GL, 240 SE (1983-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volvo 240 Series.

Versions:
- DL, GL
- Turbo, 240, 240 DL, 240 GL, 240 SE.

Gasoline engines:
- B21F and B21F-T (Turbo)
- B23F and B230F.

Injection systems:
- Bosch LH-Jetronic, including LH 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 and 3.1 Versions
- Bosch K-Jetronic (CI with Lambda) for the turbo models.

Transmissions:
- Manual gearboxes (removal and installation, overhaul)
- Automatic transmissions (removal and installation, external service)
- Overdrives.

Model years:
- DL, GL: 1983-1985
- Turbo: 1983-1985
- 240, 240 DL: 1986-1993.

This American Bentley repair manual for the Volvo 240 Series provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission, suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.

  • Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
  • Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and 66 pages wiring diagrams.
  • This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

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Details:544 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, hardback
Illustrations:882 photos and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 1993)
Series:Bentley Service Manual
ISBN:9780837616261

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Cover repair manual Volvo 240 - DL, GL, Turbo, 240, 240 DL, 240 GL, 240 SE (1983-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Volvo 240 - DL, GL, Turbo, 240, 240 DL, 240 GL, 240 SE (1983-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Language: English

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Volvo 240, 740, 760 - 4 cylindres essence et 6 cylindres Diesel (1982-1987) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 479

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 479) repair manual covering the Volvo 240, 740 and 760 models.

Petrol engines:
4 cylinders:
- 1986 cc (B19A, B19E, B19ET, B200K, B200E, B200ET)
- 2127 cc (B21ET)
- 2316 cc (B23E, B23ET, B230E, B230ET).

Diesel engines: 6 cylinders - 2383 cc Volkswagen (D24, D24 T turbo, D24 TIC turbo intercooler).

Production years: 1982-1987.

This Revue Technique for the Volvo 240, 740 and 760 describes extensively service and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

  • Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
  • An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
  • Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
  • Partly in colour.

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Details:202 pages, 27 x 21 x 0.6 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.24 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:ETAI (F, 1995)
Series:Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 479)
ISBN:9782726847930

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Cover repair manual Volvo 240, 740, 760 - 4 cylindres essence et 6 cylindres Diesel (1982-1987)

Volvo 240, 740, 760 - 4 cylindres essence et 6 cylindres Diesel (1982-1987)

Language: French

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Volvo 240 (ab 9/1976) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volvo 240 Series.

Versions: 242, 242 GT, 244, 244 GLT, 245 and 245 T.

Production years: since 9/1976.

Pages of the book [0489] Volvo 240 (ab 9/1976) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual for the Volvo 240 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

Product details

Details:177 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (489-490-491)
ISBN:9783716815373

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Volvo 240 (ab 9/1976)

Language: German

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Volvo 240 - 242, 244, 245 - L, DL, GL (1974-7/1976) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volvo 242, 244 and 245.

Versions: L, DL and GL.

Petrol engines: 2.0 L OHC and 2.1 L OHC, carburettor and injection.

Production years: 1974-7/1976.

Pages of the book [0288] Volvo 240 - 242, 244, 245 (1974-7/1976) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual for the Volvo 240 Series provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.
  • Reprint of the 4th edition (1978).

Product details

Details:159 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (288-289)
ISBN:9783716813683

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Cover repair manual Volvo 240 - 242, 244, 245 - L, DL, GL (1974-7/1976)

Volvo 240 - 242, 244, 245 - L, DL, GL (1974-7/1976)

Language: German

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