What does fault code ECM-P242F00 mean?

Diagnostic fault code details for ECM-P242F00 (Volvo S60 (2011–), Volvo S80 (2007–), Volvo V40 (2013–)). Repair service at OBD Tuning.

VOLVO

ECM-P242F00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

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:

8 models

S60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)

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What does this fault code mean?

The engine control module (ECM) monitors the soot quantity in the particle filter using the filter's pressure sensor after a service regeneration. The code is set when the differential pressure over the filter exceeds a certain value, and it can only be set after a service regeneration. Several regenerations in a row may be needed to remove all the soot.

Possible causes

Too much ash in the particle filter
Fault in the particle filter pressure sensor
Damaged particle filter

What you can do

1Make sure the pressure sensor hoses are not swapped round, and that the connections are firmly seated
2Inspect the connections to the pressure sensor for contact resistance, looseness and oxidation
3Use a multimeter to check that the signal wire to the pressure sensor has no contact with supply voltage
4If the fault remains after these checks, have a workshop reset the adaptation and carry out a new service regeneration
5If the fault still remains after one more regeneration, have a workshop decide whether the particle filter needs replacing

Symptoms you may notice3

The engine stalls at idle, either now and then or all the time
The engine does not start or does not turn over, either now and then or all the time
The car runs poorly and lacks power

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

VOLVO

ECM-P242F00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

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:

8 models

S60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)

Show models by year and engine (8)

What does this fault code mean?

Possible causes

Too much ash in the particle filter
Fault in the particle filter pressure sensor
Damaged particle filter

What you can do

1Make sure the pressure sensor hoses are not swapped round, and that the connections are firmly seated
2Inspect the connections to the pressure sensor for contact resistance, looseness and oxidation
3Use a multimeter to check that the signal wire to the pressure sensor has no contact with supply voltage
4If the fault remains after these checks, have a workshop reset the adaptation and carry out a new service regeneration
5If the fault still remains after one more regeneration, have a workshop decide whether the particle filter needs replacing

Symptoms you may notice3

The engine stalls at idle, either now and then or all the time
The engine does not start or does not turn over, either now and then or all the time
The car runs poorly and lacks power

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

ECM-P242F00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

Volvo models this fault code applies to

Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation. General Failure Information. No sub type information

Applies to the following models:

What does this fault code mean?

Possible causes

What you can do

Symptoms you may notice3

ECM-P242F00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

Volvo models this fault code applies to

Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation (Bank 1). General Failure Information. No sub type information

Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation. General Failure Information. No sub type information

Applies to the following models:

What does this fault code mean?

Possible causes

What you can do

Symptoms you may notice3