VOLVO
PAM-B129D96 - Right Front Side Sensor. Component Failures. Component internal failure
System
Parking Assistance Module (PAM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsS60 (2011–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–)
What does this fault code mean?
The parking assistance module (PAM) has registered that the internal parts of the sensor on the right front side are not working. The fault lies in the sensor itself and not in the wiring, and
Possible causes
- Damaged parking sensor
What you can do
- 1Read and clear the code, then test drive the car to see whether it comes back
- 2Check that the connector to the sensor on the right front side is firmly seated and free from oxidation
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool, read the fault data for the right front side sensor and see whether it shows a fault in the sensor's internal parts
- 4The fault indicates a damaged sensor; replace the parking sensor on the right front side once the other checks are done
- 5After the work, clear the code and function test the parking assistance
Symptoms you may notice3
- Front or rear parking assistance does not work
- Yellow warning symbol and text message in the display
- Text message in the display
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.