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Jun 20th, 2022, 10:00 | #1 |
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Is a Haynes 240 manual any use for a 740
I've been given a Haynes 240 manual for ny birthday. It covers models from 1974 to 1986, and it includes the B230 engine in the supplement. I understand that my engine cane from a 1986 240, so obviously that info will be useful. How relevant are the other sections? I'll carry on looking for a 740 manual if one is available, but I'll keep this 240 one in the hope that I am able to buy the wagon in the bear future.
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Jun 20th, 2022, 10:06 | #2 |
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The engine part will be similar ie the actual physical engine but the carb/injection parts may vary a bit. The rest of the car is very different so I doubt much else would tie in.
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Jun 20th, 2022, 10:48 | #3 |
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Like Luke said, the engine section of your 240 manual will be useful as a general guide but this would be more helpful for your 740 :
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/183936548162 Only way of getting a decent Haynes 740 manual now is to buy secondhand, Haynes changed them to a "Service & Repair" manual (blue cover) that is not only much thinner but a lot less use than the older "Owners Workshop Manual" and i'm not even sure they are still in print - everything seems to be digital these days.
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You are right; the bodywork is quite different, but under the skin there are many similarities. I think 'Offgrid' will find the 240 manual useful for his 740, especially if he regards it as a guide in principle for the motor car rather than a specific point of reference. It will be much better than nothing, although clearly a dedicated 740 one would be preferable. I have, when I have been looking in the past, found used manuals in charity shops for a few pounds. Meanwhile, if 'Offgrid' is unsure whether or not a specific component is common to both models, he only has to ask. There is an almost infinite pool of knowledge and wisdom among members of this forum upon which he can draw. Regards, John.
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Jun 20th, 2022, 15:08 | #5 |
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There were several Editions of the Haynes Volvo 740 & 760 Service and Repair Manual 1982-1991 (up to J reg) Petrol.
The Edition to get is the last one dated 2003 on the inside front page bottom left'ish. It took Haynes 13 years from the introduction in the UK of LH2.4 engines to include information on them!! Bob Last edited by bob12; Jun 20th, 2022 at 15:11. |
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Jun 20th, 2022, 18:35 | #7 |
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I have got the Haynes service and repair manual for the 940 but I hardly ever refer to it. The first place I look is the online FAQ and then YouTube videos which very often show the exact procedure needed. Some of my favourite channels are FCP Euro, Robert DIY and Involv’d but there are others.
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I have also got a copies of the old style Haynes manual for both the 240 and 740 which are useful, together with copies downloaded from the internet of Volvo's 740 Green Books covering many specific subjects in great detail. Bob |
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Jun 20th, 2022, 19:22 | #9 |
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I have a 740 & 760 Haynes Workshop manual that covers cars up to 1991
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Jun 20th, 2022, 19:45 | #10 |
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Now you come to mention it Mark, i just double-checked mine and that also goes to 1991
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