VOLVO
SAS-000A - Steering wheel angle sensor. Internal fault
System
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsS60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (11)
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2005–2009
- Volvo S80 (1999–2006)2005–2006
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2005–2008
- Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2005–2007
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2005–2006All engines except: B8444S
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2007Engine B5254T2, D5244T4 only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2008–2010All engines except: B6324S, B8444S
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2011All engines except: B6324S5, B8444S
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2012All engines except: B6324S5
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2013–2014Engine B5254T9 only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2015
What does this fault code mean?
The steering wheel angle sensor has an internal fault. The sensor reads a code wheel that follows the steering wheel, and its signals should form a set pattern. If the pattern does not match, the code is set and the stability control function stops working. The sensor sits under the contact reel and is replaced together with it.
Possible causes
- Fault inside the steering wheel angle sensor
What you can do
- 1Read and note the code, clear it and road test to see whether it returns
- 2Turn the steering wheel fully to the right, then fully to the left, and read the code again
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool: check the counters for the fault status. Many incorrect driving cycles point to a recurring fault, and few to a temporary one
- 4If the fault returns, have a workshop replace the contact reel with the steering wheel angle sensor; if it still returns after that, have the steering wheel module (SWM) replaced
- 5Stability control stays blocked while the fault is present, so have a workshop repair it promptly
Symptoms you may notice3
- Anti-spin warning lamp is on
- General warning lamp is on
- Stability control function not working
What the fault can affect1
- Stability function blocked
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.