Why does my Volvo Car keep turning off?
Corrosion on the CEM terminals can develop if you: if your vehicle has been in flood. For example, you may experience an engine turning off on its own or doesn’t start. Random warning lights coming such as ABS, airbag, brake warning.
How to troubleshoot an electrical problem on a Volvo?
To troubleshoot Volvo electrical problem, you can start by reading the fault codes from the CEM module. You will need a Volvo scanner as generic OBD2 scanners can’t read CEM fault codes. This video shows you how to read and clear codes from the Volvo CEM module using iCarsoft for Volvo.
Where is the negative battery terminal on a Volvo?
Open the trunk. Lift the carpet. Remove the metal plate on top of the battery, then disconnect the negative battery terminal. Locate the CEM module under the dashboard on the passenger side for 2003 to 2013 models. In 1999 – 2004 XC90, XC70, V70, S60, S80 CEM is under the driver’s side dashboard.
Where is the Cem on a Volvo XC90?
In 1999 – 2004 XC90, XC70, V70, S60, S80 CEM is under the driver’s side dashboard. Remove the kick panel or fabric cover under the dash. You will need to remove plastic retainers to pull down the cover. Now the CEM module is exposed.
Why does my cruise control turn off when I Touch the brake?
Brake lights? Yup, cruise controls have a switch to toggle them off when you touch the brake pedal, and many use the same switch as the brake lights. If one of the brake lights has failed, the cruise control thinks the brakes are on all the time and won’t come on. Same result if the switch is incorrectly adjusted or broken or jammed.
Why are my wipers not working on my Volvo?
Wipers do not work or come on sporadic. These are some of the most common issues. Keep in mind you may only experience one or two of these symptoms, depending on how and where your CEM has failed. Several of these problems may be due to a defective body control module or Light Control Module (LCM).
What should I do if my Volvo CEM is not working?
Use a small brush to clean the contacts in combination with the contact cleaner. Once you have cleaned all the contact, allow the CEM to dry completely. Apply a light coat of electronic contact protector (dielectric grease) on each terminal to improve conductivity. Reconnect all connectors to the CEM.
Where is the CEM module on a Volvo?
Locate the CEM module under the dashboard on the passenger side for 2003 to 2013 models. In 1999 – 2004 XC90, XC70, V70, S60, S80 CEM is under the driver’s side dashboard. Remove the kick panel or fabric cover under the dash. You will need to remove plastic retainers to pull down the cover.
What to do if your Volvo battery goes bad?
If you cannot repair it yourself, send it to a third party service that fixes the Volvo CEM module. Here are the instructions on how to remove and clean the Volvo CEM module. Disconnect the battery. If your battery is in the engine bay, open the hood by pulling the hood release under the dashboard.