VOLVO
ECM-P130F00 - Cylinder to Crankshaft Reference Synchronization. General Failure Information. No sub type information
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
8 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
Show models by year and engine (10)
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2014–2015Engine B4204T10, B4204T11, B4204T12, B4204T15, B4204T9 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2008–2011Engine B4204S3, B4204S4 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2014–2015Engine B4204T11, B4204T12, B4204T15 only
- Volvo V40 (2013–)2015Engine B4204T11 only
- Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013–)2015Engine B4204T11 only
- Volvo V60 (2011–)2014–2015Engine B4204T11, B4204T12, B4204T15, B4204T9 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2008–2011Engine B4204S3, B4204S4 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2014–2015Engine B4204T11 only
- Volvo XC60 (2009–)2014–2015Engine B4204T10, B4204T11, B4204T12, B4204T15, B4204T9 only
- Volvo XC70 (2008–)2014–2015Engine B4204T11 only
What does this fault code mean?
The engine control module (ECM) compares the signals from the camshaft sensor and the pulse sensor to know where the crankshaft is. The code is set when the sync signal is missing, that is when the sensor does not see the gap on the crankshaft pulse wheel where teeth are missing. The code gives no further fault type.
Possible causes
- Contact resistance and oxidation in the connections
- Pulse sensor fitted incorrectly
- Damaged pulse sensor
- Worn teeth on the timing belt
- Damaged camshaft
What you can do
- 1Check that the connectors to the camshaft sensor and the pulse sensor are secure and free from corrosion.
- 2With a diagnostic tool you can read the DTC counter and the freeze frame data. They show how often the fault has occurred and under what conditions.
- 3Check that the fault does not return after you have cleared the code and test-driven the car.
- 4Have a workshop check that the pulse sensor is correctly fitted and undamaged, and that the timing belt teeth are not worn.
- 5If none of this shows a cause, have a workshop check the camshaft.
Symptoms you may notice4
- The Check engine (malfunction) lamp comes on
- Poor performance, the car lacks power, especially when pulling away from a standstill
- The engine hesitates, surges or runs unevenly during acceleration and deceleration
- The engine does not start, and when the fault shows is unclear
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.