VOLVO
ECM-619C - Inlet camshaft control during cold start
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)
What does this fault code mean?
On a cold start, meaning an engine start when the engine control module (ECM) requests heating of the catalytic converter, the control module checks the position of the intake camshaft. If the position does not match the requested one, the code is set.
Possible causes
- Oil pressure is too low
- Engine oil is of poor quality
- The reset valve for the intake camshaft is sticking
- A mechanical fault in the VVT unit
What you can do
- 1Check the fuse that feeds the intake camshaft reset valve
- 2Check the engine oil level and quality
- 3Have a workshop check the engine oil pressure
- 4Have a workshop remove and clean the reset valve and check the oil passages in the cylinder head
- 5If you find no fault, have a workshop replace the reset valve or check the VVT unit
Symptoms you may notice4
- The engine is hard to start or cranks slowly
- Poor performance and lack of power
- The engine hesitates, surges or runs unevenly
- The check engine lamp comes on or behaves abnormally
What the fault can affect1
- Intake camshaft control is switched off
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.