VOLVO
PSCM-U201104 - Motor. General Failure Information. System Internal Failures
System
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
2 modelsS60 (2011–), V60 (2011–)
What does this fault code mean?
The control module drives the electric power steering motor through its own power stage and monitors that stage. The fault is stored when the power stage is shorted to ground or voltage, when the signal is too high or too low, or when the power stage becomes too hot.
Possible causes
- Contact resistance, oxidation or intermittent contact in the connector
- Damaged power steering control module (PSCM)
What you can do
- 1Read the fault code, clear it and road test to see whether it returns
- 2Check that the connector to the power steering control module (PSCM) is secure and free from corrosion
- 3If the fault returns, have a workshop check the control module, as it may need replacing
- 4Steering is a safety system: avoid long drives with reduced steering function and have a workshop check the car
Symptoms you may notice3
- Yellow warning symbol and message in the display
- Steering requires extra or uneven effort
- Other steering or handling problems can be felt
What the fault can affect1
- Steering works with reduced function
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.