VOLVO
SRS-0258 - Occupant weight sensor (OWS). Calibration fault
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?
This code is set when the supplemental restraint system (SRS) registers a calibration fault in the occupant weight sensor (OWS). The passenger airbag is deactivated, and the SRS and PAD lamps come on. The repair depends on whether the calibration failed or the fault appeared at another time.
Possible causes
- Calibration of the occupant weight sensor (OWS) did not come out right
What you can do
- 1Read and clear the code, and check whether it returns
- 2If the code appeared after a failed calibration: have a workshop recalibrate the occupant weight sensor
- 3If the code appeared at another time: have a workshop replace the pressure sensor and module, configure SRS and calibrate the sensor
- 4Do not work on the airbag system yourself; have a workshop carry out all work on the SRS and airbags
Symptoms you may notice2
- SRS warning lamp on
- Passenger airbag deactivation (PAD) lamp on
What the fault can affect1
- The passenger airbag is deactivated
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.