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by Orchid Girl
29 Jul 2016, 16:21
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Wanted: Master Technician In The Phoenix, AZ Area
Replies: 2
Views: 901

Wanted: Master Technician In The Phoenix, AZ Area

Does anyone know of a reputable Volvo mechanic in the north Phoenix, AZ area? I am looking for someone who is certified and who has a great reputation with Volvos. I know of a wonderful one in the Lomita/Harbor City/Torrance area of California. His name is Peter (he is Swedish) and he has been in bu...
by Orchid Girl
03 Feb 2016, 11:12
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time
Replies: 6
Views: 1457

Re: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time

Thanks for all of your thoughts Al. I appreciate each one :)
by Orchid Girl
02 Feb 2016, 14:33
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time
Replies: 6
Views: 1457

Re: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time

Yes, only a light that said "Service." Just the one word, not "Service Engine." Drove it around for a couple of hours today, highway and freeway driving, but the temp gauge was fine and I never did have the problem with the heat again. I'm going to reset the Service light and see...
by Orchid Girl
02 Feb 2016, 09:40
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time
Replies: 6
Views: 1457

Re: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time

I'm pretty sure it's the thermostat and/or the ECT Sensor. One thing I didn't think to check yesterday was the temperature gauge. I'll be out driving it this morning and checking that also. After watching this video, it looks like something that I can do by myself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3b...
by Orchid Girl
31 Jan 2016, 17:55
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time
Replies: 6
Views: 1457

Service Light and Heat Inside Car at Same Time

Pulled out into traffic and immediately began feeling high heat as if my heater was on. I looked and found that it was not on, and in fact was in the A/C position, but not turned on at all. I also noticed at the same time that my service light (not the check engine light) was on. After a couple of m...