What does fault code PSCM-U210100 mean?

Diagnostic fault code details for PSCM-U210100 (Volvo S60 (2011–), Volvo S80 (2007–), Volvo S80 (2007–)). Repair service at OBD Tuning.

VOLVO

PSCM-U210100 - Control Module Configuration Incompatible. General Failure Information. No sub type information

System

Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)

Volvo models this fault code applies to

Applies to the following models:

9 models

S60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)

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What does this fault code mean?

The control module compares the vehicle configuration received from the central electronic module (CEM) with the configuration stored in itself. The fault is stored when they do not match. The cause may be a module taken from a different car, or wrong software in the control module.

Possible causes

A module taken from a different car was installed here
Wrong software has been loaded into the control module
Fault in the central electronic module (CEM)
Software fault in the control module

What you can do

1Check that the control module comes from the same car, for example if it has been replaced or fitted after a repair
2Read the fault codes in the car, clear this one and check whether it returns
3If the fault remains, have a workshop program the control module with the correct software and check the central electronic module (CEM)
4Steering is a safety system: have a workshop check the car if the steering feels abnormal

Symptoms you may notice3

Power steering assistance control does not work
Steering requires extra or uneven effort
Other steering or handling problems can be felt

What the fault can affect1

The control module uses a predefined value instead of the vehicle configuration

General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.