Checking the function

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Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Ignition off.
Check whether the fault is due to the ignition switch lighting or the high level stop lamp.

NOTE:
High level stop lamp applies only to S60/S80. For other models this is powered by the rear electronic module (REM).

The ignition switch lighting comes on when the car is unlocked and goes out when the car is locked or the engine is running.

The high level stop lamp must light when the brake pedal is depressed and go out when the pedal is released.

Select the function to be fault-traced.

Select an alternative.

Ignition switch lighting
Refer to Checking the ignition switch lighting
High level stop lamp.
Refer to Checking the high level stop lamps