VOLVO
ECM-361B - Ignition coil cylinder 2. Signal missing
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
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:
4 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), V50 (2004–2013)
Show models by year and engine (9)
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2008–2013Engine B5254T7 only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2006–2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2008–2013Engine B5254T7 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2005–2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2008Engine B5254T3, B5254T7 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2009–2012Engine B5254T7 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2005–2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2008–2012Engine B5254T7 only
What does this fault code mean?
According to the engine control module, the ignition coil for cylinder 2 has no signal, so it gets no control. The fault can lie in the connector, in the wire between the control module and the coil, or in the coil itself. Cylinder 2 can misfire for as long as the fault is present.
Possible causes
- Poor contact with raised resistance at the terminals
- Break in the wire between the control module and the coil
- Damaged ignition coil
What you can do
- 1Check that the connector to ignition coil 2 is fully engaged and free from corrosion
- 2Follow the cable between the control module and the coil and look for breaks, chafing or pinch damage
- 3Use a multimeter to check that the cable is not broken, with the connector unplugged
- 4Clear the code and road test the car to see whether it comes back
- 5If the cable is intact: have a workshop with diagnostic equipment check the ignition coil
Symptoms you may notice2
- The malfunction indicator lamp is on
- Not all cylinders are firing
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.