Greetings all,

I am now a single female who has a Volvo S60 that my ex swore he would help me fix and after having to leave due to domestic abuse, I am left with a beautiful paperweight. I likely can not afford to fix my only asset but know that I have to at least ask around and hope that maybe I can find a place to fit in and figure out this S60. I would love to fix this and be able to show everyone, I did it on my own (or with some help from ya'll ).

This is what I know as far as notes I made and conversation tidbits I observed when the car was being discussed.

CAR: 2002 VOLVO S60 AWD.

1) When I bought the car for $1000 three years ago, it was in the middle of winter and the "ANTI-SKID SERVICE REQUIRED" message was on. The car drove fine so I bought it thinking it would be a relatively simple fix. I was never able to get anyone who could tell me how to fix it or what was wrong. I did take it to the local Volvo dealer and they wanted $110/hr to even look at it and would not answer any questions or help me troubleshoot. they were really cold.
2) When it broke for good I was pulling into my driveway and the "pulley" broke and the car was out of commission. I think he fixed that with a belt?

These are word on my note pad that may mean something to you but I am clueless of:
- Throttle body.
- Fuel injector
- Traction control
Please ask me any questions and I will hunt down the answer the best I can in this jungle of dread. I have cancer and only get $450/month from my policy. So if you are willing to tell me the most logical and least expensive way to fix and if you have a network connection for reasonable parts, I would be grateful.
I would love to show the world that cancer doesn't make me disposable. Thank you for any help. I will try to add details here as we go.

 

I have been reading like it is going out of stock and I came across this link to an article about troubleshooting the Anti-Skid message on the dashboard.

How to Diagnose & Repair Volvo "Anti-Skid Service Required" Message
https://blog.fcpeuro.com/how-to-diag...quired-message


According to my research the STEERING ANGLE SENSOR can run from $320(new) - $130 (used) and I am not finding many suppliers of a used piece.

This article mentions having the steering angle software UPDATED, then the sensor re-calibrated, and then if the warning on the dash does not clear then to replace the steering angle sensor, but not before having the software update.
So who updates the software? A Volvo dealer? Does anyone know what this would cost? Siggghhh...

I see the article offers this info for replacing the sensor if the codes do not clear.
How would I know if I would be seeking a "dynamic" or "without dynamic" for my S60?

 

So I just found a note that says to fix Volvo I need a throttle position sensor. So where do I begin with this?

 

What is the actual problem you are trying to fix? The anti skid light?

 

My throttle position sensor also went bad. It required the electronic throttle module (ETM) to be replaced. These folks sell them preprogrammed so you don't need the dealer to do strange things with the software.

https://xemodex.com/us/electronic-th...olvo-services/

Anti-skid? I wouldn't worry about it. I live in snowy country and I think my anti-skid has kicked in twice.

The thing about older cars is that they can require some maintenance. Some will say, "It will nickle and dime you to death." Meh. I bought my 2002 S60 for $2000 about two years ago. I had to replace my ETM, front shocks, and the rear sway bar (other than routine stuff like oil and brakes) for a total of about $1100. So that $3k in two years, $250 a month which is far cheaper than a new car. Also my insurance is only $40 a month.

I do much of my own work, so routine things like spark plugs and brakes I'll do with the able assistance of my millennial daughter. Crawling under a car to work on it is no longer fun so I pay for that type of stuff now.

 

THANK YOU soo much. Going to contact them and order the part. I will let you know how it goes.

 

Yes. Not sure if that will fix the throttle body, fuel injector, and engine torch rod too?

 

before you invest in costly parts by guessing at what 's scribbled on your note pad, I'd take the car into a trusted Volvo friendly shop and have them read the fault codes and get a proper diagnostic done. I wouldn't be investing $300 in a new sensor or ETM without being certain about the diagnosis. The Anti-skid system uses input from the steering wheel as well as the wheel speed sensors - but you'd need to know the underlying fault codes. In terms of finding the correct part number for a part that may or may not be at fault, I'd reach out to a dealer parts store (I use Tasca Parts as they are here in New England) and provide them with your car's VIN to verify whether you have dynamic stability control or not.