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1993-1997 VOLVO 850

2.3L I5 TurboFWDAUTOMATICgasturbo
13 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor595Torque2432Fluid6DTC626Battery0Maintenance0Recalls13
P0181low severityPowertrain

Fuel Temperature Sensor A Range/Performance

on 1993-1997 Volvo 850 2.3L I5 Turbo · FWD

What this code means

The fuel temperature sensor reading is out of expected range.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Incorrect fuel calculations

Common causes

  • Sensor in wrong location
  • Faulty sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Compare reading to expected temp
  2. Test sensor

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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