Group 30: Electrical system Malfunctions
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Malfunctions
Fault code information
• MID - Message Identification Description:
The MID consists of a number which designates
the control unit that sent the fault code message.
(e.g. the engine control unit).
• PID - Parameter Identification Description:
The PID consists of a number that designates a
parameter (value) to which the fault code relates
(oil pressure, for example).
• PPID - Proprietary PID:
The same as the PID, but this is a Volvo-specific
parameter.
• SID - Subsystem Identification Description:
The SID consists of a number that designates a
component to which the fault code relates
(injector, for example).
• PSID - Proprietary SID:
The same as the SID, but this is a Volvo-specific
component.
• FMI - Failure Mode Identifier:
FMI indicates the type of fault (please refer to the
FMI table below).
• SPN - Suspect Parameter Number