VOLVO
SODL-U020000 - Lost Communication With Passenger Door Module (PDM). General Failure Information. No sub type information
System
Side Obstacle Detection Left (SODL)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
6 modelsS60 (2011–), V40 (2013–), V40 Cross Country (2013–), V60 (2011–), V60 Cross Country (2015–), XC60 (2009–)
What does this fault code mean?
The left or right side control module communicates with the passenger door module (PDM) all the time. The code is set when that communication is disturbed or stops. Fault tracing is carried out in the module that sends the information, which may be the passenger door module.
Possible causes
- The fault lies in the module that sends the information, which may be the passenger door module (PDM).
What you can do
- 1Check that the fuses are intact. Their location is shown in the owner's manual or on the fuse box cover.
- 2With a diagnostic tool, read the fault codes in the CEM and check whether the code relates to the MS-CAN or the extended CAN network.
- 3Have a workshop fault-trace the CAN communication between the passenger door module (PDM) and the CEM, since this needs measuring equipment.
Symptoms you may notice3
- Blind-spot monitoring (BLIS) is not working
- Rear cross-traffic alert (CTA) is not working
- A yellow warning symbol and text message show in the display
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.