VOLVO
PHM-0090 - Control module. Incorrect software
System
Phone Module (PHM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), V50 (2004–2013), XC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (5)
What does this fault code mean?
The carphone control module (PHM) has an internal flash memory that, among other things, stores the VIN. The VIN is incorrect and cannot be rebuilt from other places in the memory, which can cause problems with the mobile phone.
Possible causes
- Incorrect VIN number
What you can do
- 1Read and note the code before clearing it, so the workshop can see it
- 2Have a workshop check that the VIN is correctly stored in the telephone control module and reload the software if needed
- 3Road test the car and check whether the mobile phone works after the work
Symptoms you may notice1
- Other mobile phone problems
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.