When does the XC90 air conditioner go bad?
XC90 air conditioning problems seem to always happen during the time when you need cool air the most: The middle of summer. Which is why I’m writing this post at the very beginning of summer – so that you’re prepared for that unbelievable inconvenience of not having air conditioning in a warm climate.
Where can I get a new Volvo XC90 air conditioner?
If you don’t have a local independent Volvo mechanic, then take it to the dealership. Also, you may be able to find a replacement on a wrecked XC90. If you’re leery about getting a used one, you can always go new by purchasing from FCP Euro or a similar website as I mentioned above.
What does the temperature sensor do on a Volvo XC90?
The XC90 cabin temperature sensor ( known in the manual as the “passenger compartment temperature sensor” …thanks Volvo) does exactly what it sounds like it does – it monitors the temperature in the cabin area to determine that amount of cold air necessary to maintain the set temperature on the temperature controls.
Why is my Volvo XC90 not working?
While there are a variety of reasons your Volvo XC90 air conditioning won’t work, the most common 3 are a refrigerant leak, an electrical climate control issue, or a problem with the air conditioning compressor.
Why is my air conditioner not working on my Volvo?
While there are a variety of reasons your Volvo XC90 air conditioning won’t work, the most common 3 are a refrigerant leak, an electrical climate control issue, or a problem with the air conditioning compressor. Get your Volvo issue diagnosed by a professional.
Can you clean the cabin temperature sensor on a Volvo XC90?
If you like your Volvo XC90 clean, or if you clean it at all, here’s a good chance that you vacuum the dust that can collect in the cabin temperature sensor area. Not sure what the heck a cabin temperature sensor is?
What to do if your Volvo air conditioner is not working?
Most people in this predicament rush their Volvo to the nearest mechanic to have it diagnosed. This can mean anything from testing for leaks, checking the AC clutch, looking for worn parts, broken lines, etc.
Read below for instructions on recharging your Volvo’s AC. When the AC clutch doesn’t meet the belt correctly you’ll have similar symptoms to low refrigerant charge… warm air, revs dropping every 10 or 20 seconds, etc.. Here’s how to shim the AC clutch on an S60.