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    CEM-3A08
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    CEM-3A08 - Relay, leak diagnostic pump heating. Signal too low

    System

    Central Electronic Module (CEM)

    Volvo models this fault code applies to

    This fault code has different meanings depending on model, model year or engine. Select the meaning that applies to your car.

    Applies to the following models:

    5 models

    S60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)

    Show models by year and engine (5)
    • Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2002–2004
    • Volvo S80 (1999–2006)2002–2004
    • Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2002–2004
    • Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2002–2004
    • Volvo XC90 (2003–)2003–2004

    What does this fault code mean?

    The CEM monitors the coil of the leak test pump heater relay. The code is set when the signal is missing or too low. The fault may be caused by a missing relay, a defective relay, or a contact fault in the relay socket.

    Possible causes

    • Relay missing
    • A defective relay
    • Contact resistance in the relay socket

    What you can do

    1. 1Remove the leak diagnostic pump heating relay and check that the socket contacts are clean and not corroded. Refit the relay
    2. 2With the ignition on, activate the relay. It should click
    3. 3If it does not click, replace the relay with an identical one and check again
    4. 4After the work, clear the code and check that it does not return

    Symptoms you may notice1

    • No noticeable symptoms for the driver

    General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.

    Common Combinations

    CEM-3A00
    CEM-3A02
    CEM-3A08

    CEM-3A00, CEM-3A02, CEM-3A08 Volvo V50 / S40 / C30 – CEM Dual-Processor ECU Cloning

    VOLVO • 254 analyses

    CEM-3A08
    CEM-3A09
    CEM-3A02

    CEM-3A08, CEM-3A09, CEM-3A02 Volvo – CEM Immobilizer Timeout Diagnostic Guide

    VOLVO • 144 analyses

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