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Ambient Temperature Sensor on the fritz. What to do? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be Hugh on  Mon Feb 8 14:42 CST 2021 [RELATED]

Hello All,

I have a 1996 850 GLT Wagon, non-turbo with a 5 speed manual, with 355,000 miles on the odometer. Today, out of the blue, the ambient temperature sensor started giving a temperature reading approximately 20 degrees warmer than the actual outdoor temperature. This car has its original ambient temperature sensor.

The ambient sensor is located in the engine bay, just beneath the radiator. I called my local Volvo dealer, and confirmed the ambient temperature sensor is still available (Part # 1347010, Retail Price : $38.32). Before I go off and purchase a new ambient temperature sensor, could anything else be causing this inaccurate temperature reading? We did experience snow here in CT yesterday, but I only drove on plowed roads, plus I've driven this car through snow storms before without any impact on the ambient temperature sensor. I confess a reluctance to have to crawl on my back to replace this sensor, if it is indeed the cause of the problem. Of course it fails in the winter!

Thank you in advance to all who respond. Your collective knowledge is my greatest treasure!

Hugh






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