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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO2007XC90 AWD V8-4.4L VIN 85 B8444SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONMANUFACTURER CODE CHARTSPSM CODES (POWER SEAT MODULE)PSM-0002PERMANENT FAULTFAULTY SIGNAL
2007 Volvo XC90 AWD V8-4.4L VIN 85 B8444S
Faulty Signal
2007 Volvo XC90 AWD V8-4.4L VIN 85 B8444SSECTION Faulty Signal
Faulty signal. Permanent fault
Checking Hall sensor signal
Hint: The motor should be activated when the check is carried out.
- Reconnect components, connectors etc.
- Ignition on.
Read off value.
Check whether the power seat module (PSM) receives the signal from the Hall sensor. Operate the relevant seat motor and check whether the value counts upwards and downwards as the seat is moved in each direction.
The value should count up or down depending on seat operation.
Is the function OK?
Yes - Troubleshooting procedure complete
No - Checking cables and components
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Checking cables and components
Check the cable between the power seat module (PSM) #3D and the Hall sensor, and the cable between the power seat module (PSM) #4D and the Hall sensor for an open-circuit according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault , a short-circuit to ground according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault and a short-circuit to supply voltage according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault.
Check hall sensor and replace if necessary.
Hint: The sensor should generate a pulsed signal.
Remedy as necessary.
Other information
- To connect the breakout box, see Connecting the breakout box, power seat module (PSM) Connecting the Breakout Box, Power Seat Module (PSM).
- For information on signals, refer to Signal specification, Power seat module Signal Specification, Power Seat Module (PSM).
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Continue - Verification
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Verification
Hint: The motor should be activated when the check is carried out.
- Ignition on.
Read off value.
The Hall sensor must generate a pulsed signal and the power seat module (PSM) should count up or down depending on the movement of the seat.
Is the function OK?
Yes - Troubleshooting procedure complete
No - 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 - Exit Fault-tracing
No - Attempt New Test
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Attempt New Test - Checking Hall sensor signal
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.