262 / 264 / 265

1974-1981 / Coupe / Sedan / Estate / Sweden

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Common Electrical

Corroded fuse and relay box

Symptoms

Intermittent electrical faults, accessories not working, strange behaviour.

Cause

Water ingress, corrosion, decades of heat cycling. The fuse box is under the bonnet on the inner wing and exposed to the elements.

Fix

Remove the fuse box cover and inspect.

Clean all fuses and contacts with electrical contact cleaner.

Replace any corroded fuse holders.

Check relays, common failure point.

Consider relocating critical relays to a drier location or fitting a waterproof relay box.

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Other known issues

Critical Electrical

Intermittent or total electrical failures

Lights dim, instruments stop working, car won't start, battery goes flat. Random electrical gremlins.

Common Electrical

Alternator failure

Battery warning light comes on, battery goes flat, dim lights.

Common Engine

Cooling system leaks and overheating

You'll notice the temp gauge creeping up, puddles of coolant under the car, or the heater not working properly. The engine may consume coolant without obvious external leaks.

Common Engine

Poor starting, especially when cold (B27/B28 with K-Jetronic)

The V6 is reluctant to start when cold, runs rough for a few minutes, or won't start at all. Once warm it's usually better.

Common Engine

Oil leaks from everywhere

Oil spots on the driveway, oily residue on the underside of the engine, falling oil level.

Common Engine

Engine runs rough, misfires, lacks power

Uneven idle, hesitation under acceleration, flat spots, check engine light (if fitted).

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