VOLVO
PAM-U300317 - Battery Voltage. General Electrical Failures. Circuit voltage above threshold
System
Parking Assistance Module (PAM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
6 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
What does this fault code mean?
The parking assistance module (PAM) checks the voltage in its own system. The fault code is stored when the voltage is too high for a longer period, and A damaged generator can cause too high a voltage to the control module.
Possible causes
- Damaged generator
What you can do
- 1Check the fuses for the parking assistance and make sure none is blown; the location is shown in the owner's manual
- 2Check that the battery is in good condition and that its terminals are firmly fitted
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool: compare the voltage the parking assistance reports with the battery voltage with the engine running
- 4If the fault returns, have a workshop check the generator and the charging system
Symptoms you may notice3
- Parking assistance does not work
- Information lamp is on
- Message in the text display
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.