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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO2003V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONMANUFACTURER CODE CHARTSSAS CODES (STEERING WHEEL ANGLE SENSOR MODULE)SAS-0046INTERMITTENT FAULTDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INFORMATION
2003 Volvo V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244S
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
2003 Volvo V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SSECTION Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
Diagnostic trouble code information
Condition
- The steering wheel angle sensor has two circuits each with 4 LEDs and 4 receptors which read off the position of their individual code wheel. One circuit measures the steering wheel angle and the other measures steering wheel revolutions. If the steering wheel angle sensor (SAS) control unit registers that steering wheel angle signal B is missing, diagnostic trouble code SAS-0046 will be stored.
Substitute value
- Stabilising function disconnected.
- Anti-spin function blocked.
Possible source
- Contact resistance or oxidation in the connector of the steering wheel angle sensor control unit or the steering wheel control unit (SWM).
- Open circuit in the signal wires.
- Internal fault in control unit.
Fault symptom[s]
- Anti-spin warning lamp is on.
- Stabilising function not working.
- Anti-spin does not work.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.