I posted earlier about a similar problem no heat, defrost, etc. The lights are out on the AC and REC buttons as well. My mechanic told me that the ECC unit is dead. But since I've been fishing on the site, it sounds like it is more common for the blower motor resistor to die, rather than the unit. S...

Hi Lee, Thanks for your help. It is electronic, I can choose the temperature for the driver and passenger. I have my car in the shop today, and they are supposed to call me with an estimate, but I am trying to prepare myself. The mechanic said the price would depend on where the box/unit was located...

How much would it cost to have a mechanic repair this? I suspect that is why my 850 GLT doesn't give me any defrost, AC or heat anymore. It starts for a split second when I start the car, then dies and I can't use any knobs to control it. I have little to no technical ability, so I am wondering if t...

Hi Everyone, I am new to the forum and thrilled to find such a site! I purchased my first Volvo (sorta my first car) in September. I only drive occasionally, so I purchased a used 95 850 GLT. It appeared to be in mint condition, and looks absolutely gorgeous. It only had 2 previous owners - first pe...