VOLVO
EPS-U300041 - Control Module. System Internal Failures. General checksum failure
System
Electrical Power Steering (EPS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
4 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), V50 (2004–2013)
Show models by year and engine (5)
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2011–2013Engine D4162T, D5204T, D5204T5 only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2011Engine D5204T, D5204T5 only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2012–2013All engines except: B5254T7
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2011–2012Engine D4162T, D5204T, D5204T5 only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2011–2012Engine D4162T, D5204T, D5204T5 only
What does this fault code mean?
The power steering module has found an internal program memory fault, shown by an incorrect checksum. The cause is a damaged module. The fault lies in the module itself, so it must be replaced if the fault is permanent.
Possible causes
- Damaged electric power steering module (EPS)
What you can do
- 1Start the engine and read the fault code status
- 2Clear the fault code and road test to see whether it returns
- 3If the internal fault is permanent: have a workshop replace the electric power steering module (EPS)
- 4Steering is affected, so have a workshop fix the fault soon
Symptoms you may notice1
- Steering needs extra or uneven effort
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.