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Search Auto Parts Search 1989 Volvo 244DL dahboard and radio get REALLY hot Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Synthetic Human New User Jun 30, 2012, 2:01 PM Post #1 of 3 (1948 views) 1989 Volvo 244DL dahboard and radio get REALLY hot Sign In Hi, crew. After ages of lurking and reading these forums, I finally have a problem worth asking about. My gf has a 1989 Volvo 244DL with the 2.3L 4 cyl engine and 149,000 miles on it. When driving, the dashboard and the radio get really hot. As in too-hot-to-touch. I've never smelled it, but she claims to occasionally smell a "burning, fireworks-like" smell. I'm worried about that. Some history of the car: She bought it last August from an old man in Seattle who literally was on his deathbed. The machine is in pristine shape, it's clear coat is even in excellent shape. This car was well-taken care of, so I'm suspecting this might be an age-related issue? This car does need to have the AC serviced, but so does my truck and it NEVER does any of those things so I doubt the AC is the culprit. Any help will be immensely appreciated. I thank you all very much. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jun 30, 2012, 2:36 PM Post #2 of 3 (1928 views) Re: 1989 Volvo 244DL dahboard and radio get REALLY hot Sign In The only thing I could suggest is to check all the ground straps and ground connections. It sounds like current may be finding an alternative path to ground. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Synthetic Human New User Jun 30, 2012, 4:14 PM Post #3 of 3 (1916 views) Re: 1989 Volvo 244DL dahboard and radio get REALLY hot Sign In Good food for thought. It hadn't occurred to me to check the grounding. I shall look into this.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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