VOLVO
ECM-061E - Internal Control Module Brake Signal Performance
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
4 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), V50 (2004–2013)
Show models by year and engine (10)
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2007Engine D4204T only
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2008–2010Engine D4204T only · Transmission MMT6, MPS6 only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2008Engine D4204T only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2009–2010Engine D4204T only · Transmission MMT6, MPS6 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2004–2006Engine D4204T, D4204T2 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2007Engine D4204T only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2008–2010Engine D4204T only · Transmission MMT6, MPS6 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2004–2006Engine D4204T, D4204T2 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2007Engine D4204T only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2008–2010Engine D4204T only · Transmission MMT6, MPS6 only
What does this fault code mean?
The control modules send and receive information continuously over the car's CAN network. Although the code is named brake signal, the fault concerns communication: serious interference on the high-speed side of the CAN network, or disturbed or absent communication with the brake control module (BCM), sets the code. Cruise control cannot be engaged while the fault is active.
Possible causes
- Loose connection, contact resistance or oxidation at the terminals
- Break in one of the CAN wires or a short between them
- A fault in another module sharing the same part of the CAN network
- The fault may originate in the brake control module (BCM)
What you can do
- 1Check that the relevant fuses are intact
- 2Try the cruise control with the switches on the steering wheel during a road test and see whether it can be engaged
- 3Check the connectors at the engine control module and the brake control module (BCM) for looseness, contact resistance and oxidation
- 4If you have a diagnostic tool, read out the fault codes in the brake control module (BCM) and remedy them first, since communication with it is disturbed
- 5If the fault remains after these checks, have a workshop read the CAN communication and reload the engine control module software if needed
Symptoms you may notice1
- Cruise control cannot be engaged
What the fault can affect1
- Cruise control is switched off while the fault is active
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.