Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information

2004 Volvo S80 L6-2.9L Turbo VIN 91 B6294TSECTION Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information





Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-406C

Condition
If the engine control module (ECM) registers that fuel filling has been carried out through the fuel level being changed, the position and installation of the fuel tank filler cap is checked. This is carried out by quicker leak diagnostics.
The check is carried out a few minutes after start if the vehicle speed is constant and exceeds 30 km/h and only if no fault is detected on the leak diagnostic unit.
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the engine control module (ECM) detects a leak after filling. This is interpreted as fuel tank filler cap missing or loosely installed.

Substitute value
None.

Possible source
- The fuel tank filler cap is missing or not properly tightened.

Fault symptom[s]
- None.

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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