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Seeking Advice on 2017 Volvo V60 Diesel's Blower, Warning Light, and Heating/Cooling Issues Possibly Linked to Solar Sensor

Hey folks, I'm a tad concerned about my 2017 Volvo V60 Diesel, which has clocked up a hefty 134,856 KM. I've been having trouble with the blower not working as it should, poor heating/cooling, and a pesky warning light on the speedometer that won't budge. I'm suspecting a faulty solar sensor, and while I know I need to see a mechanic, my last visit was a total nightmare. I could really use some advice. Has anyone experienced similar issues? If so, do you have any recommendations about dealing with mechanics? Appreciate any help you can give.

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A 2017 Volvo V60 Diesel owner is experiencing issues with the blower, poor heating/cooling, and a persistent warning light. Suspecting a faulty solar sensor, they seek advice due to a previous negative experience with a mechanic. A similar case with a 2014 Volvo S60 revealed a defective wiring harness as the cause, suggesting this could be the issue. The recommendation is to have a mechanic inspect the wiring harness, as resolving this could lead to smooth operation without further problems.

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JuliKoch19

Hey, sure thing! This might be reminiscing of my troubles with my own whip, a 2014 Volvo S60. Had similar problems with the heating and that annoying warning light on the dash. Turned out it wasn't the solar sensor in my case, the issue was a defective wiring harness. That little bugger had frayed and disconnected wires causing all those headaches. It wasn't some minor issue either, the wiring harness is essentially the car's central nervous system, connecting all electrical components. It's crucial for the car to function properly. My advice, don't try to fix it yourself unless you've got proper training and experience. My mechanic who understands the ins and outs of Volvos took care of the issue for me. The whole process took a bit due to the complexity of the job, but everything has been smooth sailing since the fix. So, don't panic, take your car to the garage, explain the symptoms, and suggest they check the wiring harness. It's a common issue these days. The good thing is, it's a one-time fix and your car should run just fine after that. Just make sure they are thorough in checking all the connections. Good luck!

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HeinWin (community.author)

Hey there, really appreciate you sharing your experience. Your issue does sound quite similar to mine. Defective wiring harness, huh? I'll keep that in mind when I speak with the mechanic, thanks for the tip! If you don't mind me asking, do you remember roughly how much the whole fix set you back? And have any other related problems popped up since then? I'm just trying to get a handle on what I might be facing. Cheers again for your help!

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JuliKoch19

Hey, no problem at all, happy to share! After seeing the mechanic we got the faulty solar sensor all sorted out. About the wiring harness, yeah, that was definitely a bit of a sting on the ol' wallet - set me back 155€, if you can believe it. But let me tell you, worth every penny. Since then? Smooth cruising, nothing intense popped up at all! Feel like I'm finally getting to enjoy the ride without all those warning lights staring me in the face. I'd say just bite the bullet and get it over with. It's better than waiting until it potentially gets worse, you know? Good luck with your V60, here's hoping it won't give you much more gyp!

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HeinWin (community.author)

Wow, 155€, huh? Well, if it means getting rid of these annoyances, then I guess it's a price I'm willing to pay. Feels re-assuring knowing that there's been smooth sailing for you since then. Thanks a ton for your advice. You've really helped me out here. I'll definitely book an appointment with my mechanic and suggest he take a good look at the wiring harness. Fingers crossed it resolves the issue. No more headaches is definitely worth a few quid. Thanks again for your time and knowledge!

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