VOLVO
REM-8B11 - Parking lamps left. Signal too low
System
Rear Electronic Module (REM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsS60 (2001–2009), S80 (1999–2006), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
What does this fault code mean?
The rear electronic module (REM) powers the left rear parking lamp directly from one of its outputs. If the module detects too low a signal at that output, the fault code is set.
Possible causes
- Signal cable shorted to ground
What you can do
- 1Read and clear the fault code, then check whether it returns when you switch the parking lamps on
- 2With the ignition off, use a multimeter to check that the signal cable to the left parking lamp has no contact with ground
- 3Check that the left parking lamp bulb works and that its connector is secure
- 4If the fault remains, have a workshop with diagnostic equipment check the wiring and the REM
Symptoms you may notice1
- The left parking lamp does not work
What the fault can affect1
- On cars built from late September 2005, the output is switched off permanently if the fault has been present over many ignition cycles, until the fault code is cleared
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.