VOLVO
SRS-017D - Seat belt reminder. Signal too low. Intermittent fault
System
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
2 modelsS40 (1996–2004), V40 (1996–2004)
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What does this fault code mean?
The SRS has registered a fault on the seat belt reminder. This can be caused by a short to ground in the signal line between the control module and the seat belt reminder. The fault is intermittent and may not be present right now.
Possible causes
- Short to ground in the signal line between the SRS control module and the seat belt reminder
What you can do
- 1Have a workshop visually check the connector to the SRS control module and the connector to the seat belt reminder for loose, oxidised or corroded contacts
- 2Follow the signal line to the seat belt reminder and look for chafing where it touches the body
- 3Clear the code and see if it comes back
- 4If it comes back, have a workshop measure the resistance to ground in the wiring and check the connectors with diagnostic equipment
- 5Do not work on the airbag system yourself; have a workshop check it
Symptoms you may notice2
- The seat belt reminder does not work
- The SRS warning lamp is on
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.