Final check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch In ON Position And Connecting Negative Cable To Battery

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

WARNING:

Ensure that nobody is in the car when the battery is being connected.

When all components have been installed:

switch the ignition to position II.
reconnect the battery negative lead.

NOTE:

Check that the SRS warning lamp is not defective by turning the key to position II. The SRS warning lamp should light and go out after approximately 3 seconds.

Check that the SRS indicator lamp in the combined instrument panel is not lit constantly.

If the lamp is lit constantly, use the Vehicle Information & Diagnostics for Aftersales (VIDA) symptom input or the Volvo Scan Tool (ST) to find the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).