VOLVO
ECM-P081B00 - Starter Disable Circuit High. General Failure Information. No sub type information
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
6 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–)
Show models by year and engine (11)
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2011Engine B4164T, B4164T3 only
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2012–2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2011, 2015Engine B4164T only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2012–2014Engine B4164T, B4164T2 only
- Volvo V40 (2013–)2013Engine B4164T, B4164T3 only
- Volvo V40 (2013–)2014–2015Engine B4164T, B4164T3, B4164T4 only
- Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013–)2013–2015Engine B4164T only
- Volvo V60 (2011–)2011Engine B4164T, B4164T3 only
- Volvo V60 (2011–)2012–2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2011Engine B4164T only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2012–2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2 only
What does this fault code mean?
The code is a general fault on the signal wire of the starter relay, where the voltage is too high. The engine control module sets it when the voltage stays above a set threshold for a set time. It is checked when the engine is started.
Possible causes
- Signal wire shorted to voltage
- Damaged starter relay
- Damaged control module
What you can do
- 1Check that the fuses are intact. The locations are shown in the instruction manual or on the fuse list
- 2Use a multimeter to check that the signal wire has no break and is not shorted to earth or to the battery positive
- 3Check that the connectors at the starter relay and in the wiring are firmly seated and free from play, oxidation and contact resistance
- 4Check that the starter relay is intact and firmly fitted in its mounting
- 5If the fault remains after these checks, have a workshop investigate the engine control module
Symptoms you may notice1
- The engine does not start, either always or on some occasions
What the fault can affect1
- Only manual starting is possible
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.