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hello i ma experiencing problems with the starting
Sent to Car Experts January 08 06:06 PM

Hello!!! I am experiencing problems with the starting charging/system in a 1991 Volvo 740GL. This is a manual, 5 speed. (I learned that for the best starting behavior, I would have to put the car in gear and hold the clutch petal down.) Initially, the battery was being drained. I have an alarm system in the car. (I am the third owner and did not use the alarm.) The alarm's indicator lights were blinking when the car was off. Also, when the car would be started, the starter would continue to turn even after the key was taken out of the ignition. The alternator was tested, found not working, and was replaced. Also a brand new battery was installed. I drove the car last night- no problem. Today, I went to turn over the motor, got the starter "roll-over and over" again and then burning smell under the hood close to the drivers floor. Upon inspection, the battery positive cable was red hot and melting the plastic covering.... Please help and advise... Thanks so much!Optional Information: 1991 Volvo 740GL Already Tried: cutting the alarm wires, replacing the alternator and battery

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on January 8 2006 at 6:16 PM

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January 8 8:29 PM (2 hours and 22 minutes and 24 seconds later)
         
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January 8 9:00 PM (30 minutes and 47 seconds later)
         
By starter wire, do you mean the positive battery cable? or a wire leading from the ignition or what???? Thanks sooo much!!!!!
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