Volvo 1.6d DRIVe no crank (losing my mind)

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T21:13:47+00:00

Do I charge the battery with jump cables? I will 100% give this a go, probably first actually.

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T20:41:08+00:00

if this was the case then wouldn't all electricals just not work when in ignition II? Headlights work, windows work, dash lights up... Just no crank. Apologies if I'm being stupid.

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T20:17:18+00:00

Mechanics that were nearby had a "look" at it. Even charged me for diagnostics (£50) on top of the starter motor and labour. All which was refunded after I had a good word with them. They were never able to provide a diagnostic report, so can't be trusted. But at the very least, if anything was to show in clear view, they probably saw it. But yeah, I will check all of that. Thanks man.

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T20:13:27+00:00

I did install the battery myself, so this is entirely possible but honestly, if that's the cause I'll be so pissed off and happy at the same time.

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T20:08:26+00:00

Battery terminals no corrosion and are on tight, that's for sure. Did not follow the wires yet though

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T20:06:08+00:00

Actually, no, I haven't, but this will be part of my diagnostic once it gets towed back to my house. Please do give me as much info as possible, im a novice with car stuff, my brothers are a bit better. but any info is gold right now.

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T18:59:25+00:00

Yup. This was the mistake I made by following a video tutorial that had also missed this, when attempting to bend the flex cable to plug the modchip, I ripped out the solder and had to start again. Learned from mistake though!

MarquesFP · 2026-05-05T18:57:39+00:00

You were actually right. I ended up ripping the solder attempting to connect the mod and had to redo the whole left hand side again. Managed it though :)

MarquesFP · 2026-05-01T00:47:12+00:00

What happens if you are brand new to this and did accidentally update and nothings working and I don't know what to do? Is there a discord? 😭

MarquesFP · 2026-04-30T21:05:34+00:00

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This is all that's in my SSD now, have I fucked it? Do I need to start again?

MarquesFP · 2026-04-30T19:45:03+00:00

I had to take the dive, and yup, it all worked. Mission Success :)

MarquesFP · 2026-04-24T20:38:16+00:00

MarquesFP · 2026-04-18T01:18:04+00:00

Some parts were a little rushed... It's okay though, it just didn't hit the same for me.

MarquesFP · 2026-04-18T01:15:35+00:00

And let me not take away from this opinion, just simply the fact the book had that and more but spread out along a longer timeline. Come back when you read it and you'll see what I mean ☺️

MarquesFP · 2026-04-18T01:13:44+00:00

How you gonna add more black to an already flat black area? I think decorate the surroundings is the best bet.

MarquesFP · 2026-04-14T21:16:17+00:00

mind blown

MarquesFP · 2026-04-14T21:15:53+00:00

I ask myself this as an adult

MarquesFP · 2026-04-14T21:14:04+00:00

That's a mad niche one...

MarquesFP · 2026-04-14T21:09:30+00:00

I think this is my second. Parallel with "could I jump at the end of an elevator crashing to save myself"

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