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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
2004 Volvo V70 L5-2.4L VIN 64 B5244S6SECTION Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-250A
Condition
The engine control module (ECM) receives information from the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) about the fuel/air mixture at different loads. The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the engine control module (ECM) registers that the fuel/air mixture deviates too much from target lambda value, leaving the long-term trim in one of its limit positions.
Substitute value
None.
Possible source
Upper limit:
- Damaged mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- Low fuel pressure
- Air leakage.
Lower limit:
- Damaged mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- High fuel pressure
- Leaking injectors
- Leaking evaporative emission system (EVAP)
- Contaminated engine oil
- Oil level too high.
Fault symptom[s]
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit
- Poor performance
- May result in high fuel consumption.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.