VOLVO
SWM-001E - Volume- button. Activated for long time. Intermittent fault
System
Steering Wheel Module (SWM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
This fault code has different meanings depending on model, model year or engine. Select the meaning that applies to your car.
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?
At some point the steering wheel module (SWM) has registered that the Volume- switch was activated for too long. The fault is intermittent, meaning it has occurred but may not be present now. The volume can then change by itself, and the steering wheel radio and carphone buttons do not work.
Possible causes
- The Volume- switch has been activated for too long
What you can do
- 1Read and note the code, clear it and road test to see whether it returns
- 2Check that the Volume- switch does not stick or stay in the activated position
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool: check in live data whether any volume button shows as active without being pressed
- 4If the code does not return, no further action is needed
Symptoms you may notice3
- The volume changes by itself without the volume buttons being pressed
- The steering wheel radio controls do not work
- The steering wheel carphone controls do not work
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.