What does fault code ECM-P013416 mean?

Diagnostic fault code details for ECM-P013416 (Volvo S60 (2011–), Volvo S60 (2011–), Volvo S80 (2007–)). Repair service at OBD Tuning.

VOLVO

ECM-P013416 - O2 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 1 Sensor 1). General Electrical Failures. Circuit voltage below threshold

System

Engine Control Module (ECM)

Volvo models this fault code applies to

Applies to the following models:

5 models

S60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–)

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What does this fault code mean?

Although the code is named for a low voltage, it is set when the signal from the front oxygen sensor in bank 1 is outside its permitted operating range, or when the sensor's pre-heating voltage disturbs the signal. The engine control module (ECM) monitors the sensor signal while driving and only sets the code once the test has started and the conditions are met.

Possible causes

Signal wire shorted to the pre-heating circuit
Ground wire shorted to the pre-heating circuit
Damaged front oxygen sensor

What you can do

1Read the code, clear it and road test the car to see whether it comes back
2Use a multimeter to check that the wires to the oxygen sensor are not shorted to each other, especially the signal wire against the pre-heating wires
3Check that the ground wire to the oxygen sensor is not shorted to the pre-heating circuit
4If you have a diagnostic tool: read the oxygen sensor signal in live data with the engine running and check that it is not stuck outside the normal range
5If the wiring is intact, replace the front oxygen sensor

Symptoms you may notice1

Check engine light (MIL) on

What the fault can affect2

Front oxygen sensor control is switched off
Catalytic converter diagnostics are disabled

General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.