VOLVO
DEM-0013 - Wrong software
System
Differential Electronic Module (DEM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
1 modelXC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (5)
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2009–2010All engines except: B6324S, B8444S · All transmissions except: TF-80SC
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2011All engines except: B6324S5, B8444S · All transmissions except: TF-80SC
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2012All engines except: B6324S5, D5244T5 · All transmissions except: TF-80SC
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2013–2014Engine B5254T9 only · Transmission AW50/51 AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2015
What does this fault code mean?
The code is stored when the four-wheel drive control module (DEM) lacks its production marker. It should have been approved during manufacture by activating a production flag, and that has not happened. The fault lies in the control module, and the four-wheel drive stays blocked while it remains. The remedy is to replace the control module.
Possible causes
- The four-wheel drive control module (DEM) was not approved at manufacture
What you can do
- 1Read and erase the code, then road test to see whether it returns
- 2Check that the fuses are intact and that the battery is well charged
- 3If the code returns, have a workshop with diagnostic equipment check and replace the four-wheel drive control module
Symptoms you may notice2
- Four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive do not work
- Message in the text display
What the fault can affect1
- The four-wheel drive is blocked
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.