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'00 S40 - Can bad coolant temp sensor actually prevent starting?

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Old May 29, 2013 | 08:36 AM
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Default '00 S40 - Can bad coolant temp sensor actually prevent starting?

Hi all,

You can browse my longer more detailed post on my issue here:
https://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-...g-steps-71242/

But I was wondering if a faulty coolant temp sensor could actually prevent the car from starting? I ask this because I noticed when I attempted to start the car cold again this morning to no avail, the fans kick right on as soon as I turn the key off. The started turned maybe 4-5 times. After the fan shutoff I just turned the key on and off, no starter attempt, and the fan went right back on.

Seems strange, and I have been having odd temperature issues.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 09:24 AM
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I have heard of a faulty MAF causing the fans to run when they should not. No clue why the MAF would cause this.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2014 | 01:00 PM
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Im having similar problems with erratic hard starting and fan coming on when cold. Did you replace the coolent sensor and did it solve your problem?
 
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