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Checking Cable And Component

If the result of the ring break diagnosis is POOR it indicates that the infotainment module (ICM) receives signals on the MOST network but cannot decode them because the light strength is too weak or the signals are distorted.

If the result of the ring break diagnosis is OK it indicates that the fault is intermittent.

Fault tracing with ring break diagnosis presupposes that the fault is permanent or active while the test is running, i. e. when the system is powered up after a period without power.

HINT: If diagnostic trouble code ICM-DC01 is generated intermittently, obtain a ring break diagnosis status reading in Vehicle Communication frozen values. 

Bypass the control modules on the MOST network one at a time to check network communication. Proceed as follows:

If MOST network communication is stable when a control module is disconnected, check the power supply and ground connection of the control module for an intermittent fault. If no fault is found, try changing individual components.

Fig 1: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA (Volvo scan tool)
GLL100564Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION


Select the control module to check according to the list.

  1. Accessory USB unit (AUU).

    Refer to CHECKING LEAD AND ACCESSORY USB UNIT (AUU) 

  2. Phone module (PHM)

    Refer to CHECKING CABLE AND COMPONENT PHM 

  3. Integrated audio module (IAM).

    Refer to CHECKING CABLES AND COMPONENTS, INTEGRATED AUDIO MODULE (IAM) 



Select the control module to check according to the list.

  1. Audio Control Module (AUD).

    Refer to CHECKING CABLE AND COMPONENT AUD 

  2. Remote Digital Audio Receiver (RDAR).

    Refer to CHECKING CABLES AND COMPONENTS, REMOTE DIGITAL AUDIO RECEIVER (RDAR) 

  3. Multimedia module (MMM).

    Refer to CHECKING CABLE AND COMPONENT 

  4. Infotainment Control Module (ICM).

    Refer to CHECKING CABLE AND COMPONENT 



Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON
GLL101053Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION


Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON
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Checking fuses 

Check that the fuse for the function in question is intact.

Replace the fuse if it is damaged.

Checking the cause of the fault 

Check the cause of the fault as follows:

  1. Ignition off
  2. Unplug the MOST connector from the multimedia module (MMM).
  3. Connect the MOST cable to special tool see 9512867 .
  4. Ignition on
  5. Activate the infotainment system.
  6. Check that MOST network communication is in working order. Do this by obtaining a status reading of the MOST locked parameter for at least 30 seconds. This parameter shows whether the MOST network is closed and communication possible. Click on the VCT2000 symbol in VIDA (Volvo scan tool) to obtain a MOST network status reading.
  7. If the parameter shows that the MOST network is not closed, check the receiving control module in the same way as described above.

If menu text is displayed, communication on the MOST network is OK. The cause of the fault then lies in the multimedia module (MMM). Continue fault tracing by checking the component.

If menu text is not displayed, communication on the MOST network is not OK. The cause of the fault then lies in the next control module. Continue fault tracing by checking the fiber optic cable.

Checking the cable 

Checking the component 

Remedy as necessary.

Other information 

Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA (Volvo scan tool)
GLL100564Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION