VOLVO
PBM-C200801 - Left motor. General Failure Information. General electrical failure
System
Powertrain (Engine & Gearbox)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
9 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
What does this fault code mean?
The parking brake module (PBM) supplies the left brake caliper directly and monitors the signal from the output. The fault code is stored when the signal is incorrect for a longer time, and The code concerns the motor in the caliper and can be caused by a break in the signal wire or a damaged caliper.
Possible causes
- Break in the signal wire
- Damaged left brake caliper
What you can do
- 1Read the fault code, clear it and test drive the car using the parking brake to see whether it returns
- 2Follow the signal wire from the control module to the left brake caliper and look for breaks or loose connectors
- 3Use a multimeter to check that the signal wire to the left brake caliper has no break
- 4If the fault returns, have a workshop check the left brake caliper and replace it if needed
- 5The parking brake is a safety function: have a workshop check it if it does not work as it should
Symptoms you may notice3
- Information lamp is on
- Message in the text display
- Electric parking brake works with reduced function
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.