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Signals For Control Modules With DSTC
The table below summarizes the input signals to and output signals from the brake control module (BCM). The signal types are divided into directly connected signals, serial communication and controller area network (CAN) communication. The illustration below displays the same information with the Volvo component designations.
| Input signals | Output signals |
| Directly connected: | Directly connected: |
| Four Wheel sensors
(7/31, 7/32, 7/56, 7/57) Pedal position sensor (7/124) Brake pressure sensor , integrated into the ABS hydraulic modulator |
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| Via internal Controller Area Network (CAN) communication: | Via internal Controller Area Network (CAN) communication: |
| Body sensor cluster stability sensor (BSC) (7/164). Provides information about the yaw angle speed, lateral acceleration and, on cars with All-wheel drive (AWD), also forward acceleration. | - |
| Via Controller Area Network (CAN) communication: | Via Controller Area Network (CAN) communication: |
Central electronic module (CEM)
(4/56):
Transmission control module (TCM) (4/28):
Steering wheel module (SWM) (3/254). Provides information:
Engine control module (ECM) (4/46):
Differential electronic module (DEM) (4/82). Provides information about the torque distribution to the rear wheels and the function status (AWD only). Driver information module (DIM) (5/1) (2007-). Provides information about activating/deactivating the dynamic stability and traction control (DSTC) via the control for Steering wheel module (SWM). |
Driver information module (DIM)
(5/1):
Transmission control module (TCM) (4/28):
Engine control module (ECM) (4/46):
Infotainment control module (ICM) (16/1):
Differential electronic module (DEM) (4/82). Receives information about the brake function (AWD only). |
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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.