VOLVO
ECM-6220 - Engine cooling fan (FC). Faulty signal
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:
9 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), S60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V50 (2004–2013), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (14)
- 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)2006–2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2008Engine B5254T3, B5254T7 only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2009–2012Engine B5254T7 only
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2006Engine B5204T5, B5244T4, B5244T5, B5254T2, B5254T4 only
- Volvo S80 (1999–2006)2006Engine B5204T5, B5254T2 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2006–2007Engine B5254T3 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2008–2012Engine B5254T7 only
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2006Engine B5204T5, B5244T5, B5254T2, B5254T4 only
- Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2006Engine B5244T4, B5254T2 only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2006Engine B5254T2 only
What does this fault code mean?
The ECM keeps track of the engine temperature. When the signal from the engine temperature sensor shows a temperature above a set limit despite low load and low speed, the control module treats it as a fault. The cooling system should be checked first, because poor cooling can give the same picture.
Possible causes
- Too little coolant in the cooling system
- Clogged radiator
- Damaged cooling fan control module
- Contact resistance or oxidation in the connectors
- Damaged engine temperature sensor
What you can do
- 1Check the coolant level in the expansion tank when the engine is cold
- 2See whether the radiator is clogged by dirt, leaves or damage
- 3With a diagnostic tool: activate the cooling fan at different speeds and check that it starts and runs normally
- 4Check the engine temperature sensor connector for looseness, oxidation and contact resistance
- 5If the fault remains once the cooling system is in order, have a workshop check the engine temperature sensor
Symptoms you may notice2
- Malfunction indicator lamp lit
- The engine is hard to start
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.