VOLVO
ECM-6300 - ETS-lamp output. Signal missing. Intermittent fault
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:
5 modelsC70 Cabriolet (1998–2005), C70 Coupé (1998–2002), S70 (1997–2000), V70 (1997–2000), V70 XC (1998–2000)
Show models by year and engine (10)
- Volvo C70 Cabriolet (1998–2005)1999, 2001–2002
- Volvo C70 Cabriolet (1998–2005)2000All engines except: B5244S
- Volvo C70 Coupé (1998–2002)1999All engines except: B5254S DENSO
- Volvo C70 Coupé (1998–2002)2000All engines except: B5244S
- Volvo C70 Coupé (1998–2002)2001–2002
- Volvo S70 (1997–2000)1999Engine B5204T3, B5204T4, B5234T3, B5234T7, B5254T only
- Volvo S70 (1997–2000)2000Engine B5204T3, B5204T4, B5234T3, B5234T7, B5244T only
- Volvo V70 (1997–2000)1999Engine B5204T3, B5204T4, B5234T3, B5234T7, B5234T8, B5254T only
- Volvo V70 (1997–2000)2000All engines except: B5244S, B5244S2, B5244SG, B5244SG2, D5252T MSA 15.8
- Volvo V70 XC (1998–2000)1999–2000
What does this fault code mean?
There has been a break in the signal cable to the ETS lamp, but it is intermittent and not always present. The engine control module (ECM) then sets the code, and the malfunction indicator lamp takes the place of the ETS lamp.
Possible causes
- Open circuit in the signal cable
What you can do
- 1Check that the cable to the ETS lamp is not broken, particularly at the connectors
- 2With the ignition on, gently flex the cable at the connectors and see whether the lamp is affected
- 3With a diagnostic tool: activate the ETS lamp and check that it lights and goes out
- 4If you find no fault, have a workshop with diagnostic equipment check the cable and the control module
Symptoms you may notice1
- No noticeable symptoms for the driver
What the fault can affect1
- The malfunction indicator lamp is used instead of the ETS lamp
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.