VOLVO
ECM-P007117 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance. General Electrical Failures. Circuit voltage above threshold
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
3 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V70 (2008–)
Show models by year and engine (9)
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2011–2012Engine B5254T5 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2007–2008Engine B5254T6 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2009Engine B5254T6, B5254T8 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2010–2011Engine B5254T10, B5254T11, B5254T8 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2012Engine B5254T10 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2008Engine B5254T6 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2009Engine B5254T6, B5254T8 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2010–2011Engine B5254T10, B5254T11 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2012Engine B5254T10 only
What does this fault code mean?
The code is set when the outside temperature sensor shows a temperature at start that is too high compared with the other sensors. The engine control module then stores the readings from the outside, intake and engine temperature sensors at that moment. Although the code names high voltage, it concerns the mismatch between the sensors.
Possible causes
- Damaged outside temperature sensor
- Oxidised connections with contact resistance
What you can do
- 1Read the fault code with a diagnostic tool with the engine running and note whether it is active
- 2Make sure the fuses are intact. Their location is in the instruction manual
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool, compare the outside temperature in live data with the intake temperature after starting. The readings should be roughly the same
- 4Check the connector to the outside temperature sensor for contact resistance and oxidation
- 5Have a workshop check the sensor if the fault remains after checking the connector and wiring
Symptoms you may notice1
- The outside temperature is displayed as too high
What the fault can affect1
- The outside temperature is calculated from a model
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.