VOLVO
CEM-B106D11 - Side Marker Light. General Electrical Failures. Circuit short to ground
System
Central Electronic Module (CEM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
7 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
What does this fault code mean?
The central electronic module (CEM) supplies the side marker lights and monitors the current in the circuit. The fault shows that the circuit to the side marker lights is shorted to ground, so the lights do not work. The fault is checked when the side marker lights are switched on.
Possible causes
- The circuit to the side marker lights is shorted to ground
What you can do
- 1Read off and note the code, clear it and switch the side marker lights on to see whether the fault returns
- 2Check that the fuses for the side marker lights are intact
- 3Check that the lamp connectors are fully engaged and not corroded, and that the cable is not chafed
- 4Use a multimeter (ignition off, connector unplugged) to check that the wire to the side marker lights has no connection to ground (car body)
- 5If you have a diagnostic tool, activate the side marker lights with the tool and check that they come on
- 6If the fault remains, have a workshop check the wiring and the lights
Symptoms you may notice1
- Side marker lights or position lights do not work
What the fault can affect1
- The side marker light output is switched off during the operating cycle in which the fault is detected
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.