Checking Air Temperature In the Dashboard Vents

Fig 1: Engine Start Verification

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• The engine runs at 1500-1600 RPM.

  Check temperature of expelled air at central dashboard vents.

  Check that the read off temperature is within the values specified below.

  A is outside temperature, measured in front of the car, and B is the temperature of expelled air in the central dashboard vents:

  • If A is 20°C, B should be 5-8°C.
  • If A is 30°C, B should be 5-8°C.
  • If A is 40°C, B should be 8-12°C.
  Fig 2: Identifying Temperature in Central Dashboard Vents

  Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Is the temperature within the permitted values? 

• YES 

  FAULT NOT FOUND:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

  Refer to Checking Temperature In Expansion Pipe