Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1985 Volvo 245 DL, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls
- Disconnect cold start device. Disconnect link rod at lever on injection pump. Adjust accelerator cable by turning sheath until cable is stretched, but does not influence pulley position. Pulley should touch idle stop.
- Depress accelerator pedal fully. Pulley should touch full speed stop. Adjust kickdown cable on automatic transmission models. Depress accelerator pedal to floor. Kickdown cable should move approximately 2.05" (52 mm) between end positions.
- In idle position, kickdown cable should be stretched and distance between kickdown cable clip and cable sheath should be .01-.04" (.25-1.0 mm).
- Connect link rod to injection pump lever. Adjust link rod in maximum position by turning pulley to maximum position. Adjust link rod length so injection pump lever touches maximum speed adjusting screw.
- Adjust link rod in idle position by returning pulley to idle stop. Move link rod ball joint in oblong hole in injection pump lever until lever touches idle adjusting screw.
- Readjust link rod by repeating steps 4) and 5). A clearance of .012" (.3 mm) is permitted between pulley and maximum speed stop. Connect cold start device.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.