Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Volvo S60 Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Control Units
CONTROL UNITS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| Accessory Electronic Module (AEM) (4/78) | At right rear corner of trunk. See Figure. |
| Alternator Control Module (ACM) (6/26) | In alternator. See Figure. |
| Brake Control Module (BCM) (4/16) | At left rear of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Central Electronic Module (CEM) (4/56) | Behind left side of dash. See Figure. |
| Cooling Fan Control Module (4/71) | Rear of cooling fan. See Figure. |
| Damper Motor Module (DMM) (Recirculation) (6/48) | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Damper Motor Module (DMM) (6/69) | Behind center of dash. See Figure. |
| Differential Electronic Module (DEM) (4/82) | Under left rear seat. See Figure. |
| Driver Information Module (DIM) (5/1) | In instrument cluster. See Figure. |
| Driver/Passenger Door Module (DDM)/(PDM) (3/126) | In driver's door. See Figure. |
| Electronic Power Steering Control Module (4/99) | Under left side of dash. See Figure. |
| Electronic Throttle Module (ETM) (4/50) | On left side of engine. See Figure. |
| Engine Control Module (ECM) (4/46) | At right side of engine compartment, forward of strut tower. See Figure. |
| Fan Control Module (4/31) | Behind right side of dash, near blower fan. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump Control Module (4/83) | On fuel tank assembly. See Figure. |
| Headlamp Control Module (HCM) (4/118) | Under driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Mobile Phone Handsfree Control Module (16/93) | Under driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Parking Assistance Module (PAM) (4/86) | Left rear of luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Parking Heater, Call Start Control Module (4/107) | At luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Passenger/Driver Door Module (PDM)/(DDM) (3/127) | In passenger's door module. See Figure. |
| Power Seat Module (PSM) (4/52) | Under seat. See Figure. |
| Rear Electronic Module (REM) (4/58) | At left rear corner of trunk. See Figure. |
| Remote Control Unit For Garage Door Opener (4/76) | Front center of headliner, above rear view mirror. See Figure. |
| Remote Parking Heater Start Control Module (4/106) | At luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Seat Heating Module (SHM) (Left) (9/12) | In driver's seat bottom. See Figure. |
| Seat Heating Module (SHM) (Right) (9/13) | In front passenger's seat bottom. See Figure. |
| Siren Control Module (SCM) (16/35) | In right front wheelwell. See Figure. |
| Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Module (SAS) (4/68) | On steering column. See Figure. |
| Steering Wheel Module (SWM) (3/254) | In steering column. See Figure. |
| Sunroof Module (SRM) (4/33) | Forward of sun roof opening. See Figure. |
| Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (4/9) | Below rear of center console. See Figure. |
| Suspension Module (SUM) (4/84) | Under left side of center console. See Figure. |
| Trailer Module (TRM) (4/110) | Left rear of trunk. See Figure. |
| Transmission Control Module (TCM) (AW51) (4/28) | At right side of engine compartment, forward of strut tower. See Figure. |
| Transmission Control Module (TCM) (TF80-SC/AWD) (4/28) | On transmission. See Figure. |
| Upper Electronic Module (UEM) (4/70) | Above center of windshield, on rearview mirror. See Figure. |
Factory Service Tools
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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.