Faulty frequency setting. Permanent Fault

2003 Volvo V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SSECTION Faulty frequency setting. Permanent Fault





Faulty frequency setting. Permanent fault

Replacing the audio unit
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored when the head unit / audio control module frequency settings do not correspond to the car market settings.

Caution! A new head unit / audio control module is delivered without software. The head unit / audio control module must be programmed after it has been replaced.

Other information:
- For further information about programming and replacing the audio unit see Radio/telephone, changing Service and Repair.



Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Verification

Hint: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.








- Ignition off.
- Reinstall connectors, components etc.
- Ignition on.
Check that radio reception functions.

Does radio reception function?

Yes - VERIFIED

No - VERIFICATION FAILED

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VERIFIED - Fault Found

VERIFICATION FAILED - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - FAULT-TRACING FAILED

No - Attempt New Test

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FAULT-TRACING FAILED - FAULT-TRACING FAILED

Attempt New Test - Replacing the audio unit

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