The service and repair manual for the 1986 Volvo 245 — the 2.3L I4 engine, 2 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Volvo published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.3L I4 — 141 cu in, SOHC |
| Trims | GL Wagon 4-Door · DL Wagon 4-Door |
| Federal record | 1 recall · 0 complaints · 2 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1986 245 manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 67
- General Information 1,388
- Accessories & Equipment 36
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 74
- Brakes 40
- Maintenance 105
- Drivelines & Axles 22
- Steering 48
- Electrical 111
- Suspension 34
- Engine Mechanical 121
- Transmission 74
- Engine Performance 392
- Axle Shaft & Retaining Plate 29
- Front Caliper Mounting Bolts 74
- Rear Caliper Mounting Bolts 43
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1986 245
- Vehicle Speed Control · 88V064000A voltage drop with the cruise control switch in onposition could cause erratic cruise control opera.
Owners have filed 0 complaints and Volvo has issued 2 technical service bulletins for the 1986 245. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1986 245 manual
Is this manual specific to the 1986 245?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1986 model year, covering the 2.3L I4 across the GL Wagon 4-Door, DL Wagon 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for this year.
What 1986 245 problems does it help with?
1 recall is on federal record for the 1986 245, covering vehicle speed control. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Volvo dealers.
Does it include 1986 245 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1986 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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