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1996 Volvo 960 Problems
Knocking Noise From Front Suspension
The sway bar bushings commonly wear out, causing a knocking noise from the front of the vehicle. Replacing the worn bushings should correct this concern.
Abnormal Noise From Front Suspension Due to Worn Control Arm Bushings
The front control arm bushings wear out, resulting in alignment issues and squeaking and/or knocking noises from the front end. Worn bushings will require replacement.
"No Start" and Check Engine Light Due to Gear Position Sensor Failure
The gear position sensor on the transmission may fail, resulting in illumination of the Check Engine Light and/or a no start condition.
Vibration from rear brake rotors are common
Vibration problems from the rear brake rotors are common and require replacement of the pads and rotors, and the installation of special shims. The symptoms often occur when the brakes are used heavily from repeated braking, braking from high speeds, and braking while going downhill. The entire vehicle can vibrate and shudder, like it is being driven over train tracks.
Intake manifold gaskets can develop engine vacuum leaks
The intake manifold gasket will often be a source of vacuum leaks. This will cause a rough idle and the Check Engine Light will illuminate. Replacement of the gasket is required to resolve this issue.
Check Engine Light Due to Air Pump Check Valve Failure
The Check Engine Light may illuminate due to a failure of the air pump check valve.
AC Evaporator May Leak
A refrigerant leak may develop from the AC evaporator causing the AC to blow warm air. Verifying failure of this component is difficult. A good shop will use leak detection dye to verify a failing evaporator.