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alfredwilson1

S90 Reduced Engine Power

Having trouble with my 2023 Volvo S90 gasoline. It's got about 209k kilometers on it. Recently, I've been getting a 'Reduced Engine Power' message and a warning light. It's starting pretty rough, and the lights seem a bit weak and flicker sometimes. I scanned it and it shows an error but I don't know what it means. Could it be a misfire? Anyone else experienced this?

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A 2023 Volvo S90 with 209,000 kilometers is experiencing a 'Reduced Engine Power' message, rough starting, and flickering lights. These symptoms suggest a potential issue with the generator (alternator), which may not be charging the battery properly, affecting the car's electronics. The recommended solution is to have the generator checked and possibly replaced, as confirmed by a professional diagnosis.

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evaschulz5

Sounds familiar. I had similar issues with my S90. Check your generator, or as some call it, the alternator. Seems like your charging system might be failing. That could explain the weak lights, poor starting, and the engine power reduction. If the generator isn't charging the battery properly, the car's electronics will act up.

alfredwilson1 (community.author)

Thanks for the quick reply! So, if it's the generator, is there anything I can check myself before taking it to a shop? Like, could it be a fuse or something simple like that? Or maybe the starter motor?

evaschulz5

A fuse is possible, but unlikely given all the symptoms. A faulty starter motor would usually just cause starting problems, not the reduced engine power while driving. Honestly, with those symptoms pointing to the generator, it's probably best to get it checked professionally. A defective generator is most likely your problem.

alfredwilson1 (community.author)

Okay, thanks for the advice! I took it to the shop, and you were right, it was the generator. Cost me 960€ to replace. Appreciate the help!

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