VOLVO
SUB-B1A0813 - Speaker #8. General Electrical Failures. Circuit open
System
Subwoofer Module (SUB)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
3 modelsV70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–), XC70 (2008–)
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What does this fault code mean?
No signal reaches the voice coil in the right bass speaker, which means the signal wire is broken somewhere between the amplifier and the speaker. The right bass speaker can then stop producing sound.
Possible causes
- Open circuit in the signal wire between the amplifier and the voice coil in the right bass speaker
What you can do
- 1Check that the fuses for the audio system are intact
- 2Use a multimeter to check that the signal wire between the amplifier and the right bass speaker is continuous; a break shows up as no continuity
- 3Check the connectors at the amplifier and at the right bass speaker for loose, corroded or chafed wires
- 4If you have a diagnostic tool: activate the right bass speaker and listen for any sound
- 5Read out and clear the code and test-drive to see whether it returns. Have a workshop check the amplifier if the fault remains
Symptoms you may notice2
- No sound from the bass speaker
- Other audio problems in the car's sound system
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.