S90 Outside Temp -188F

[cyberwolf]

I recently picked up a '98 S90 and noticed that the outside temperature display is not working correctly. It displays -188 F all the time. I wasn't planning to bother with it, but I have read some things about other Volvo models reading the outside temp as part of the air conditioning circuit. The A/C is not working in this car and I'm about ready to start troubleshooting that.

Does anyone know if a low reading on the outside temp sensor will disable the A/C on the S90? Apparently will on some other models, but I haven't been able to determine exactly which ones.

[93Regina]

'98 S90...outside temperature display is not working correctly..

S90 1997–1998 Ambient Air Temp Sensor ECT outside air sensor under front bumper $30.11

Volvo 760/940/960/S90 AC system diagnostic - Read notes there

Does your vehicle have this system: ECC climate control temp sensor measurements made easier?

If so, consider downloading this file.

[cyberwolf]

Thanks for the info. I just ran the test and got the same 161 (solar sensor) code as the guy on the video. I'll have to take a look at the outside sensor when I have some daylight.

[93Regina]

I just ran the test ....

Keypoint - Always test a part, before buying a new one....

I'm into redblocks, not this newer equipment. I assume your setup is same/similar as in that cited literature. That PDF file has lots of information...

[93Regina]

Here's two more PDF information

Brief History

This file below might have more details on getting trouble codes...but maybe not...it appears Volvo ECC changed with time, with more codes...

xg14802.pdf

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[93Regina]

See this thread, S90, 1998, Flashing Blue AC Light, there might be a PDF to download.


Volvo ECC Electronic Climate Control Unit Removal, 850, S70, V70, XC70, V70R, S40, etc.


Climate control unit replacement, Volvo 960, S90, V90, etc