Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information KVM-0042

Condition 

Fig 1: Identifying Outer Handle & Bracket With Switch

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

When one of the handles on the side doors is pulled out, the two switches should close in order:

1. Unlocking switch, which indicates that the handle has been pulled out
2. The switch in the quick lock which enables the keyless vehicle module (KVM) to activate the motor in the quick lock.

When the unlocking switch is activated, a timer starts. The counter stops and is reset when the handle is released. The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the keyless vehicle module (KVM) registers that the left rear unlocking switch has been activated for more than 5 minutes.

Substitute Value 

• None.

Possible Source 

• Switch unlocking left rear faulty
• The left rear door handle has been held out for longer than 5 minutes
• Short-circuit to ground in the signal cable.

Fault symptom[s] 

• Delayed unlocking of the door.