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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO2004V70 L5-2.5L TURBO VIN 59 B5254T2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONMANUFACTURER CODE CHARTSECM CODES (ENGINE CONTROL MODULE)ECM-3420SIGNAL TOO LOW - INTERMITTENT FAULT
2004 Volvo V70 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 59 B5254T2
Signal Too Low - Intermittent Fault
2004 Volvo V70 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 59 B5254T2SECTION Signal Too Low - Intermittent Fault
Signal too low. Intermittent fault
Checking wiring and connectors
Check the knock sensor (KS) connector. Check for contact resistance and oxidation. Check for loose connections.
Check the signal cable between knock sensor (KS) terminal #3 and control module terminal #A45 (#A45). Check the ground lead between knock sensor (KS) terminal #4 and control module terminal #A67 (#B7). Check for an intermittent open-circuit. Check for an intermittent short-circuit to ground.
Check that the knock sensor (KS) is tightened to the correct torque.
Other information
- To connect the breakout box / access the control module, see Connecting the breakout box, B5244T5, B5254T2 Connecting the Breakout Box
- To access or replace the knock sensor (KS), see Knock sensor (KS), replacing Service and Repair
- For information about signals on 5 cylinder engines, see Signal specification Signal Description / Specification
- For information about signals on 6 cylinder engines, see Signal specification Signal Description / Specification
- Checking wiring and terminals Checking Wiring And Terminals.
Continue - Fault-tracing information
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Fault-tracing information
Information
Fault-tracing information
If the fault is intermittent, do not verify fault-tracing if the fault does not recur.
It is possible to view the information again, or leave fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Do you want to view the information again?
Yes - Attempt New Test
No - Fault Found
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Attempt New Test - Checking wiring and connectors
FAULT FOUND - DONE
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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.