Overheating and Air Conditioning Issues in 2016 Volvo XC60

Hey there! I caught a similar issue with my 2014 Volvo S60 a while back. Trust me, it drove me bananas. I thought at first it was just a coolant issue, but after checking, that wasn't the case at all. It turned out to be the electric fan control unit, or as some call it, the resistor that went haywire. My engine was overheating, and the air-con felt like a badly placed sauna, just like you described. I took mine to a decent mechanic friend and he had it sorted quick. He explained it's a critical part of the cooling system so yeah, it was a fairly serious problem. Basically, the resistor controls when the fan comes on and off, hence why my engine and air-con were on the fritz. After replacing the resistor and your usual general service, my S60 was back in fine form. So, I'd strongly recommend getting that checked out ASAP, don't ignore it like a simple fix. Hope this helps!

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Hey there! Glad to hear your S60 got back in the game quickly. You've pretty much described what's going on with my XC60. Just curious, do you recall how much your mechanic friend charged you for the fix? Also, did any other issues pop up after the repair? Would really appreciate any extra info!

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Hey! Yeah, I can totally remember! The total whack for the fixing of the electric fan's control unit, or the "resistor" as some might call it, was a solid 480 Euro. It wasn't exactly cheap, but then again, having a car that doesn't act like a mobile heater? Priceless, right? And to answer your second question, after sorting out the resistor issue, my S60's been humming along just fine, no unexpected surprises or hitches since the fix up. In general, it's been smooth sailing and I reckon it's totally worth getting sorted. So, drop by a mechanic dude and get your Volvo a little TLC! It totally deserves it. Cheers!

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Hey! Thanks heaps for your time and advice. It actually makes loads of sense that the resistor could be the culprit, considering the symptoms. Knowing the repair costs for your S60 definitely helps with budgeting thus eliminating the guessing part. It's also comforting to know your ride has been smooth since taking the step to repair it. As much as I'm apprehensive about visiting mechanics, I realize it's justifiable especially when it comes to ensuring I don't end up stranded on the road or worse, with a completely knackered car. So, I think I'll do just that - visit a reputable mechanic sooner rather than later, and hopefully, my XC60 will also get back to its top form like your S60 did. Thanks again for the help and insightful input! Safe driving out there!

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