Checking The Wiring

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• Ignition off.

  Check the cable between the keyless vehicle module (KVM) and the door handle switch. Check for an open-circuit. Check for a short-circuit to ground.

  Check the ground lead between the door handle and the door control module. Check for an open-circuit. Check for a short-circuit to ground.

  Check the ground terminal for the door control module. Check for loose connections and oxidation.

  Other information 

  • see CONNECTING THE BREAKOUT BOX (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)
  • see SIGNAL SPECIFICATION, KEYLESS VEHICLE MODULE (KVM) (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)
  • To access the front door control module, see: DRIVER DOOR MODULE (DDM)
  • see CHECKING WIRING AND TERMINALS

Was a fault detected? 

• YES 

  Refer to VERIFY 

• NO 

  Refer to REPLACING THE COMPONENT