Steering angle sensor

LiamM · May 8th, 2021, 20:07

As the title says ..... mine needs replaced, there is an intermittent fault coming up.

Can the be picked up 2nd hand and is it a possible home fix, or would I need access to computer hookup to calibrate?

Many thanks

john langrick · May 9th, 2021, 08:44

Hi again

I had sand problem and I suggest really not worth looking for pre used.

Firstly make sure you order the correct unit by ordering from a genuine Volvo expert, such as frf Swansea. Tell them you are a forum user and you will get a discount, expect to pay about £240 but check around. There are genuine Volvo solc on eBay but again order the correct part for your m/y.

It does need setting up by (I suggest) at least a Volvo indie garage. Mine cost £60 from my usual indie.

I do have vida, but left this one to experts as delicate parts (airbag) need removing.

Again, hope this helps.

John l

dambat · May 9th, 2021, 10:26

It's possible to repair/clean them. It's normally dust in the optical sensors, but you need to understand what you are doing.

Mine came to me 180 degrees out (i.e., someone had a go at cleaning and put it back wrongly). I put it back together correctly and it's been fine for 5 years.

Vida is not essential to replace, but it is pretty much essential to repair, particularly if you get something wrong, as you need to check angle readings.

May 8th, 2021, 20:07	#1
LiamM Junior Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2022 18:43 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Holywood	Steering angle sensor As the title says ..... mine needs replaced, there is an intermittent fault coming up. Can the be picked up 2nd hand and is it a possible home fix, or would I need access to computer hookup to calibrate? Many thanks

May 9th, 2021, 08:44	#2
john langrick Master Member Last Online: Today 13:07 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southend on sea	Hi again I had sand problem and I suggest really not worth looking for pre used. Firstly make sure you order the correct unit by ordering from a genuine Volvo expert, such as frf Swansea. Tell them you are a forum user and you will get a discount, expect to pay about £240 but check around. There are genuine Volvo solc on eBay but again order the correct part for your m/y. It does need setting up by (I suggest) at least a Volvo indie garage. Mine cost £60 from my usual indie. I do have vida, but left this one to experts as delicate parts (airbag) need removing. Again, hope this helps. John l Last edited by john langrick; May 9th, 2021 at 08:47.

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May 9th, 2021, 10:26	#3
dambat Junior Member Last Online: Today 03:06 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Brisbane	It's possible to repair/clean them. It's normally dust in the optical sensors, but you need to understand what you are doing. Mine came to me 180 degrees out (i.e., someone had a go at cleaning and put it back wrongly). I put it back together correctly and it's been fine for 5 years. Vida is not essential to replace, but it is pretty much essential to repair, particularly if you get something wrong, as you need to check angle readings.

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