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    ECM-U300194
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    ECM-U300194 - Control Module Improper Shutdown. Component Failures. Unexpected operation

    System

    Engine Control Module (ECM)

    Volvo models this fault code applies to

    Applies to the following models:

    7 models

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

    Show models by year and engine (20)
    • Volvo S60 (2011–)2011Engine B4164T, B4164T3, B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo S60 (2011–)2012–2014Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo S60 (2011–)2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3 only
    • Volvo S80 (2007–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
    • Volvo S80 (2007–)2011Engine B4164T, B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo S80 (2007–)2012–2014Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo S80 (2007–)2015Engine B4164T 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, B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo V60 (2011–)2012–2014Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo V60 (2011–)2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4164T3 only
    • Volvo V70 (2008–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
    • Volvo V70 (2008–)2011Engine B4164T, B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo V70 (2008–)2012–2014Engine B4164T, B4164T2, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo V70 (2008–)2015Engine B4164T, B4164T2 only
    • Volvo XC60 (2009–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
    • Volvo XC60 (2009–)2011–2012Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
    • Volvo XC60 (2009–)2013–2015Engine B4204T7 only

    What does this fault code mean?

    The engine control module (ECM) monitors the signals from the control modules it communicates with. The code is set when an internal fault has occurred, and the ECM then restarts. Although the fault is named unexpected operation, the code concerns an internal fault in the engine control module. It may make the cabin light flicker and the instrument lighting go off briefly.

    Possible causes

    • Internal fault in the ECM

    What you can do

    1. 1Check that the wiring and connectors to the engine control module are secure and clean. The fault is remedied by replacing the engine control module.
    2. 2If the fault remains, have a workshop replace the engine control module, then check on a test drive that the code does not return.

    Symptoms you may notice3

    • Instrument lighting or the dimmer does not work
    • Lighting for the instruments and buttons does not work
    • Passenger compartment lighting does not work

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

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