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Dreaded Flashing Arrow!! PNP switch?

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srnkanator
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Dreaded Flashing Arrow!! PNP switch?

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I started my 95 850 turbo this morning. It was cold last night and cold this morning. As I drove the transmission got stuck in 2nd or 3rd gear and I got the flashing arrow and check engine light, the car then ran really slowly. I pulled in to a parking lot and turned off the engine and then waited for awhile. I started it back up and drove fine after I let it warm up but the flashing arrow and check engine light remain. Does this sound like the PNP switch? Should I take it to my trusted dealer and pay a higher price but be assured of quality or take it to a volvos only repair shop for cheaper service. i guess I can expect to pay 200-400 dollars right? I say the OEM part for $125 on line. Could the transmission by going out so soon? I only have 63,000 miles on the car. Thanks for your help!

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Post by MadeInJapan »

PNP switch....YES. Read the post above about these. Replace, or they can be disassembled and cleaned if you're mechanically inclined. Here is a link to how the guy did it: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.ph ... =45221&hl=
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