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Does anyone know how to change the in-dash outside temperature display from reading Celsius to Fahrenheit? I've looked all through the owner's manual, but the only thing I can find is the page that identifies what it is, not how to work it. Any ideas?

The driver's side heated seat does not function on my Volvo V90 Estate. A local Volvo dealer diagnosed that the fault was due to a defective electrical component beneath the seat. A green rectangular box 'Valeo Made in France - Volvo 3523890-12V.

I think this might just be a sensor?

The part has been on order for three months during winter and no sign of a...

I have not long bought my car and decided to do an ATF flush 3 week ago as the fluid looked really dark although it was shifting smooth enough. I bought 12 litres which was all i could afford at the time and anyway i thought it would be enough. By the time i had flushed the 12 litres through the fluid was pink with a slight brown tinge. This was ok as i thought mostly new ATF is better than all...

I have a 98 s90. Some of the lights in the temperature control are not working.
How do I replace them. Thanks

I have a 98 S90. Someone stole my turn signal lens from both sides, I need to replace them. Where is the best place to get a pair of these with out breaking my bank. Thank you

I just purchased a 1998 vovlo s90 and i am trying to figure out how you get the front seat headrrests off

Hi,
I am debating whether to buy a 960 / S90 to replace my old warhorse a 240 but I keep hearing alarming stories of blown head gaskets on the DOHC engines, is there any truth in these allegations, or am I being a bit of coward in not taking the plunge.
Regards J.Don.

Driving home last night, put on right turn signal. The Green Signal indicator arrow on the gauge cluster stayed on, illuminated green, not blinking.

Turned off car when I got home, and restarted, Right Arrow was still Illuminated Green and not flashing.

Any idea what this means? Does this mean that one of my right blinker bulbs is burned out on the Passenger side of the...

There are a couple small things I want to fix and I wonder if anyone has any suggestions. I own a 1998 S90 white volvo, tan leather interior, moon roof, cd player, burlwood, etc. The chrome that is around the windows isn't as shiny... Is there a good product I can use on it to shine it up and bring out the shine rather than cloudy it up?

Also, the interior light box in the middle...

So I am the proud owner of a beautiful 1998 s90.

The only problem is that it needs a new transmission according to the dealership.

They said they could replace it for 3200$ I found another place that would install a used transmission from a parts car that only had 60k miles on it. It has a 3 months parts warranty installed for 1800$

The other option is...

I have a 1998 v90 with a trashed remote. I wonder if anyone out there can tell me if I can use any of the remotes for say a 1998,99,00 v70, s70 ? I can find lots of used and aftermarket remotes for these cars but there is rarely on listed for a v90. The only ones I have found that are the right thing are +/- $100, which is redicluos for $2.50 worth of battery, circuit board and...

The A/C compressor stops running while driving when the outside temperature is warm. The signal lead to the compressor has 12 volts. The clutch is controlled by a second lead from the compressor. What sensor is controlling the clutch lead so that the compressor doesn't run when it should?

I'm having the same problem sverigecar wrote about on 12/20/07. After replaceing the battery, the car won't start, but the alarm sounds with the four way flashers flashing. I had to disconnect the battery to shut the thing down. How do you reset the system?
Thanks inadvance, Dan

Here's what the nice guy at Autozone printed out for me:

P0116:

The PCM had determined that the input from the engine coolant temperature sensor changed too little or too much for currtent engine operating conditions.

Definition: ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) Circuit

Explanation: The Engine Coolant Temperature Signal is used for various systems in the...

I have both clear plastic lenses over the reversing lights serviceable but cracked and wanted to get replacements. My local dealership where not too helpful saying that they didn't have any for that model and could not get any in for me. Apparently the V90 was only built for two years so presumably Volvo do not stock many parts for them?
The lenses seem to just clip into place and should...

I guess this may be a dumb question, but my battery died and I bought a new one, brought it back home, installed it and now the car alarm is going off and the emergency blinkers are on and the car will NOT start. I do not know how to reset anything as this is the first time this has happened. I have a 98 S90. Please help soon. Thanks.

Hello I recently bought a 1998 S90 and had a question about my sunroof.
I've seen posts about the plastic tracks in the sunroofs of S90s breaking easily... well I was wondering if this could be my problem.

Is my sunroof just supposed to prop open, Or should it slide back as well? Mine doesn't slide back and my boyfriend doesn't think it is supposed to. But i can tell...

Hi, I new to the site and I just bought a S90 after a drunk driver totaled my 240. This was kind of a faster purchase than I would have liked considering but I'm in school and and the whole transportation issue was starting to effect my education. I bought a trade in from a non-volvo new car dealer. I asked if the car was inspected what and how it was inspected and checked things that I...

i need the instruction of how to reset the radio code for S90 1997 after changing the battery.

Hi. I'm new here but need some advice.

I am in the market for a new vehicle, and found what I believe to be the perfect car for me, after shopping at several different dealers.

I'm a first time buyer, and a full time college student so I want something reliable but not too expensive either.

Found a 1998 Volvo S-90 with 112,000 miles for a total (with tax)...

Hello,
my name is James and I live in Queensland Australia. I brought my Volvo S90 from Sydney for $10800 Aus. I have a few little issues with my Volvo S90 1998. I love my Volvo and it drives as if it were new. Although I am puzzeled at why the rear (door) speakers and the dashboard speakers do not work. I do not know if they are connected to the sound system, although I took...

My s90 sat idle for several months. When I took it to get a state inspection, they said they couldn't perform it 'cause the on board diagnostic sensors weren't working. Dealership said to drive it, and they would kick back in. Apparently this happens alot. I'm still waiting.

Anybody had experience with this? Is this only on S90's or do all 1998 and newr Volvos do...

how much power S90's make (97-98model)

I recently purchased a used '97 for my son. The badge on the trunk says "S90", but the VIN search shows a 960. How can I be certain which it is? Are there any telltale signs that one or the other has?

Also... Since the day we bought it, the "Service" light has been on. It's only on for the first minute or two after starting the car. I did a google search on...

Lately my car is getting horriable gas milage I calculated I should be getting about 520km on one tank and I'm actually getting closer to 400km give or take! Anyone got suggestions? Probally will change the plugs that should help a tad.... I'm thinking it's my Cam sensor still even though I took it out and cleaned it up I'm still getting the fault code! The damn thing is...

I just purchased my first Volvo for my 16 year old son. It is a 1997 S90 in excellent shape, everything works great on the car. The only con is that the car has 230K miles on it. I called the original owner and he gave me the scoop on the vehicle. The trans was changed about a year ago, the timing belt was recently done and he has always ran synthetic Mobil One 20W50 in it. I've searched...

Hi
My 98 S90's temp guage is having a fit! Also the AC wont work when it's pegged on hot. The engine isn't overheating.
My Volvo guy, on the phone, says it's a bad sensor.
Is this an easy fix? Could I replace it or should I let my local Volvo guy do his magic? And pay what is basicaly another car payment on a 98 car!

Thanks, watching this space...

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My 1998 V90 Wagon has approx 186k Miles on it. I've been experiencing substantial loss of coolant and reservoir requires topping up every day or two after 50-100 miles driving. I Never smell the telltale antifreeze leak odour. My mechanic replaced water pump last week (it had 100k miles on it), and said it was leaking badly. I expected this would eliminate the problem i've been having, but...

I have a 1997 S90 that has developed an intermittent starting problem.
The dash lights and related electrical systems come on with the key and the starter can be heard to click once each time you turn to the start position, however the starter does not engage.
We have had the battery checked, the starter replaced (twice) and the wiring checked.
When the car is at the shop it...

Hi - Yesterday a purchased a 98 S90, which seems fully loaded except for heated seats; not a problem in Texas.

Two things require attention, the drivers seat mechanism and the power antenna. The drivers seat only moves on the left side, but I think I found the resolution in one of the forums. Any additional thoughts would be appreciated.

The second problem is the...

driver's side window won't go up. I'm looking for a short term fix. Is it possible to raise the window without powring the regulator? Is there like a little crank or something on the motor that I can stick a hex key into or something. I think this is the case with the sun roof. I'm overseas and my pop has the car and I wanna give him some advice. Please help!

Well, I'm looking into putting a towing attachment to my volvo s90, but I don't see any connections for my wiring harness, and there is nothing in the owners manual. Do you guys know where I have to look?

Also, do you know where I can find the cheapest towing hitch?
Thanks,
-Sam

Can someone describe to a novice how to locate the water pump in a Volvo S90, 1998? I know the general area where it is -- but is it covered in the timing belt cover?

I am following up about the coolant leak. I'd like to find my water pump and look at the seal.

The coolant drip is not extending to the bottom of the car .... like where the muffler casing (if there is...

Having some radiator overflow tank problems. Like some other people, the radiator canister is empty after sitting. It leaves a trail down the driveway when I pull out. I can't figure out what is up.

Some background: the coolant overflow cap is tight, and flushed out the radiator. See no bubblers in the oil, or the color of chocolate milke there either. Exhaust pipe seems not to be...

hello and thanks in advance.

I had a loose hood release cable. I thought I could tighten it
by tightening the wire on the passenger hood release. I closed
the hood...Big mistake.

Now I have a v90 1998 with a hood release cable that opens the passenger side release latch but will not open the driver's side release latch.

Is there a way to...

I recently purchased a 1998 V90 wagon with 76k miles for $6k. There are a couple problems. Clicking rattle coming from front end- sounds like drivers side wheel. Sound stops when brakes are applied. Car also pulls to the left (at any speed). Tire wear looks uniform although it could use new tires. Both power seats are stuck. Passenger does nothing, driver's clicks and tries to move...

Can anyone tell me how to do a heater core replacement on a 1998 S90....Also can I clamp the input & return hoses together until I get the new heater core?

Seeking advice on the best way to open my trunk. It is stuck shut. When I use the remote control lock, I can hear the lock mechanism sounds but I hear an extra "whining" noise... making me think that it is already locked. The release latch on the outside acts like it is locked. I have tried unlocking with remote, the key, and the interior unlock button to no avail. I opened the ski hatch...

Hi,
I'm a newbie here and hope that someone can help me.

My 97 V90 Wagon is having a leaking problem when it rains. The right side rear passenger foot well is filling with water. There is NO visible leak around the door or at the sunroof for that matter....

I was not driving it during the rain storm, the car was merely sitting on the driveway, so I'm certain that...

The dash lighting on the right half of my 1998 V90's SC-816 audio system are out. How do I access the bulbs and replace one or more? (I looked -- the owner's manual doesn't go into that level of detail.) Is there an online lookup site for info like this (hopefully, free)?

Recently bought a 1998 V90. Love the car, just curious about one odd detail in the driving experience: I occasionally hear a sharp, single click/snap from the upper interior area adjacent to the headliner, near the driver's head (mine!). Timing seems totally random, maybe roughly 5-10 minutes apart, happens whether moving or not (but only when engine is running). Is it part of the...

My 98 S90's battery has let me down three times now. Dead when I try to start. I'm pretty sure the battery is good. I want to start with the cheaper fixes. How easy is changing out the brushes in the alternator? Can I do it with the alternator still on the car? Also, anyone know the part number for the brushes?

Thanks....

Well, I put in Engine Coolant, and then the next day, its' gone. Like, gone. God knows where it went. The volvo just drinks it. I don't suspect that the volvo is burning off engine coolant, for obvious reasons, but I also don't seem to notice an leaks. And, my engine temp. guage is right smack in the middle.

So yeah, what should I check for?

Thanks,
-Sam

I am looking for a 1998 S90 passenger sun visor. Are there any other names that they might be called, so that I can fond one, using the words "sun visor" is not working very well?

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My car will not blow any air for about 15 mins after starting on hot days. The dealer thought that this was a problem with the bellows. They replaced those & returned my car. This did not fix my problem.

I took my car back and...

I recently bought my 1998 Volvo S90 in search of a car that I could buy for my wife and be paid off from the start. I paid $4000. It has 164,000 miles and the car is in mint condition inside and out. The engine runs smooth and looks clean as well. The A/C is ice cold and the car came fully loaded with all the options. I see that they listed for $34,000 in 1998 on my model and options....

Hey everyone,
I have a 1998 Volvo S90 thats great,
BUT when i start the car the stereo is great as it usually is,
but while driving the back speakers will cut out and then the front passenger's speaker follows suit. The bass also dissappears somewhere in that time frame too.
Does anyone know how to access the rear of that radio and check out the wiring? It seems to me like...

97 V90 WAGON SUSPENSION SAGS ESPECIALLY WHEN LEFT SITTING. DOES NOT BY ID CODE OR CRAWL UNDER INSPECTION HAVE THE NIVOMAT SHOCKS. SEEMS TO LEVEL OUT AFTER DRIVING. SHOCKS SEEM FINE WITH CORRECT BOUNCE. SIDE TO SIDE FIBERGLASS LEAF SEEMS OK. OPEN FOR SUGGESTIONS.