VOLVO
SRS-012D - CAN signal. Signal missing
System
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C30 Electric (2011–2013), C70 (2006–2013), S40 (2004–2013), V50 (2004–2013)
What does this fault code mean?
The restraint system module is continuously supplied with information from the central electronic module (CEM) over the CAN network, including the ignition position. The code indicates that the message about the ignition position is missing or an incorrect value lasts too long. The cause can be an open circuit in the CAN network or a damaged CEM.
Possible causes
- An open circuit in the CAN network
- A damaged central electronic module (CEM)
What you can do
- 1Read off the code and note whether other fault codes are stored, then give that list to the workshop
- 2Have a workshop check the CAN wire between the restraint system module and the CEM
- 3If the wire is intact, the workshop continues fault-tracing in the CEM
- 4Do not work on the restraint system wiring or connectors yourself; this is a workshop job
Symptoms you may notice2
- SRS warning lamp lit
- An SRS warning message appears
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.