VOLVO
SRS-0230 - Switch for the passenger airbag. Signal too low or signal missing
System
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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 voltage on the signal line from the passenger airbag switch is too low, or the signal is missing. This can be caused by a short to ground or an open circuit in the wiring or connectors between the SRS and the switch.
Possible causes
- Short to ground in the signal line or connectors between the SRS control module and the passenger airbag switch
- Open circuit in the signal line or connectors between the SRS control module and the passenger airbag switch
What you can do
- 1Have a workshop visually check the connector to the passenger airbag switch and the connector to the SRS control module for loose, corroded or chafed contacts
- 2Have a workshop follow the wiring between the control module and the switch and look for chafing, crush damage and spots where it may touch the body
- 3Clear the code and see if it comes back
- 4If it comes back, have a workshop check the wiring for shorts to ground and open circuits, and the power supply from the ignition switch
- 5Do not work on the airbag system yourself; have a workshop check it
Symptoms you may notice1
- The SRS warning lamp is on
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.