Service Bulletin

Volvo Trucks North America

Greensboro, NC USA Trucks
Date Group No. Release Page

4.2010 381 05 1(10)

Instrumentation
Symptom-Based Troubleshooting
From build date 1.2010

Instrumentation
Symptom-Based Troubleshooting

Contents
“General”, page 2
“Gauges”, page 3
“Telltale Lamps”, page 4
“Display”, page 6
“Speaker”, page 6
“Tests”, page 7

PV776-88969252 USA41595
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Instrumentation Troubleshooting
General
Note: The manufacturer’s scan tool is the preferred tool for performing diagnostic work. Contact your local dealer for more
information or visit “www.premiumtechtool.com”.

“Gauges”, page 3
“Telltale Lamps”, page 4
“Display”, page 6
“Speaker”, page 6
“Tests”, page 7

Fault Tracing, Data Link Signals

Data link malfunctions may have their source in sensors, switches or wiring from an electronic control unit (ECU). The
instrument cluster’s diagnostic display features may aid in finding these faults. For more information on data link wiring,
refer to “Data Links, Design and Function” in group 371 or to the scan tool.

Fault Tracing, Hard-wired Components

Hard–wired inputs to the instrument cluster include sensors, switches or outputs from various ECUs. The instrument
cluster’s diagnostic display features may aid in finding these faults. For more information , refer to ”Instrument Cluster
Control Module (MID 140) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), Guide” in group 38 or to the scan tool.
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Gauges
Fault Tracing
The checks below are grouped by gauge. Make sure to consider observed symptoms or
fault codes when checking gauges. For pin-outs , see “Connector Pinouts”, page 8 . For
complete circuit information refer to the electrical schematics on the dealer’s portal.

Gauge Check Signal type Service information/Test Reference

Tachometer Check the gauge SAE J1587 Data Instrument cluster self-test Group 381
Link
Check the signal values Gauge checks, instrument VCADS
cluster
Check the sensor Sensor values checks, engine VCADS
running
Speedometer Check the gauge SAE J1587 Data Instrument cluster test Group 381
Link
Check the signal values Sensor values checks, engine VCADS
running
Check the sensor Fault codes MID 144 VECU Group 36
Engine coolant Check the gauge SAE J1587 Data Instrument cluster test Group 381
temperature gauge Link
Check the signal values Gauge checks, instrument VCADS
cluster
Check the sensor Sensor values checks, engine VCADS
running
Oil pressure gauge Check the gauge SAE J1587 Data Instrument cluster test Group 381
Link
Check the signal values Gauge checks, instrument VCADS
cluster
Check the sensor Sensor values checks, engine VCADS
running
Fuel level gauge Check the gauge Directly connected Instrument cluster test Group 381
Check the signal values Gauge checks, instrument VCADS
cluster
Check the sensor Fault-tracing the fuel level Group 386
sensor
Intake manifold Check the gauge SAE J1939 Data Instrument cluster test Group 381
pressure gauge Link
Check the signal values Gauge checks, instrument VCADS
cluster
Check the sensor Sensor values checks, engine VCADS
running
Air pressure gauges Check the LED Directly connected Instrument cluster test Group 381
Pyrometer gauge Check the gauge Directly connected Gauge checks, instrument
cluster
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Telltale Lamps
Fault Tracing
The checks below are grouped by lamp. Make sure to consider observed symptoms or fault
codes when checking lamps. For pin-outs and circuit numbers, see “Connector Pinouts”,
page 8 . For complete circuit information refer to “Electrical Schematics” in Group 37.

Component Check Signal type Service information/Tests Reference

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the fault codes Fault codes MID 216 Lighting control Group 35
module
Check the lamp Internal Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the lamp Internal Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the lamp Internal Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the cable to Fault tracing wiring and the connectors Group 371
alternator D+
Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Preheating test VCADS

Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Instrument Cluster, Signal Descriptions Group 38

Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Instrument Cluster, Signal Descriptions Group 38

Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Fault tracing wiring and connectors Group 371
Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Fault codes MID216 Lighting control Group 35

module
Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381
Check the signal Instrument Cluster, Signal Descriptions Group 38

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Instrument Cluster, Signal Descriptions Group 38

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Component Check Signal type Service information/Tests Reference

Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Fault tracing wiring and connectors Group 371
Check the lamp Directly connected Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal Fault tracing wiring and connectors Group 371
Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

Check the lamp SAE J1939 Data Link Instrument cluster self test Group 381

Check the signal

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Display
Fault Tracing
The checks below are for fault tracing the instrument cluster display. Make sure to consider
observed symptoms or fault codes when checking the display.

Symptoms Check Service information/Tests Reference

Display does not Check the display. Test using VCADS
function / controls "Instrument cluster self test: Display" Note 1
do not function Check all functions of stalk switch, to see if switch
is faulty.
The instrument Restart the instrument cluster. Remove and connect connector A with the Note 1
cluster does not ignition OFF.
function or the
Check that "Black panel" is not Check fuse F24.
display is black
active.
The background Check that the lighting switch is This symptom may not be instrument cluster VCADS
lighting cannot be not in position "Parking lamps." related. Test using "Lamp Switch, Test" to check
controlled the dimmer rheostat.
Check fault codes. Fault codes MID 216 Lighting control module. Group 35

Note 1: If the instrument cluster overheats, it will go offline,

or power will be shut off to the display. No fault will be given
for this condition.

Speaker
Fault Tracing
The checks below are for fault tracing the speaker integrated in the rear of the instrument
cluster. Make sure to consider observed symptoms or fault codes when checking the
speaker.

Symptoms Check Test Reference

Poor sound from Speaker test "Instrument cluster self test" VCADS
the speaker
Visually check the speaker on the back
of the instrument cluster
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Tests
Instrument Cluster Self Tests
The following 4 tests can be carried out via the display using
the controls on the stalk switch. The tests are available
under the display menu “System diagnostics.” For further
information, refer to the manufacturer’s scan tool.

Gauge Test
This test checks that the gauge pointers are working.

Indicator Lamp Test

This test activates all warning lamps and indicator lamps. In
addition, the warning lamps in the gauges are turned on. If
the lamps do not light up during the test, the cluster lamp
test feature is not working or a signal wire to the cluster is
faulty.

Display Test
This test checks that all pixels can be activated and
deactivated.

Speaker Test
This test checks whether the speaker is working.

Tests with VCADS

Instrument Cluster, Test
With VCADS Pro, you can perform instrument cluster tests.
The tests are similar to the self test in the instrument cluster.
In addition, the status for the switches on the stalk lever
can be checked.

Lamp Switch, Test

This test allows the technician to determine if the signals
from the Light Control Panel (LCP) are being received by
the Lighting Control Module (LCM). If the signals are being
read by the test, the fault is not in the instrument cluster,
but may be in the LCM. Check for a faulty LCM output or
faulty wiring.

Gauge Checks, Instrument Cluster

This test shows those sensor values that are sent via data
link to the gauges and display. It also shows the sensor
values for hard-wired sensors. The signal values can be
compared with the display on each gauge.
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Connector Pinouts
22–pin Green “Connector A”
Note: Refer to the vehicles wiring diagrams for more
information.

W3005151

Pin Description
A1 Power supply (BAT+)
A2 Ground
A3 Ignition supply
A4 Stalk switch, SELECT
A5 Stalk switch, ESCAPE
A6 Stalk switch, ARROW UP
A7 Stalk switch, ARROW DOWN
A8 Not used
A9 Not used
A10 SAE J1939 CAN3 High
A11 Not used
A12 Sensor Reference Ground
A13 EOL Bootstrap
A14 VSP Boot (Active HIGH)
A15 J1939 CAN High
A16 J1939 CAN Low
A17 J1587/1708+
A18 J1587/1708-
A19 Not used
A20 Fan Control
A21 Audible hazard warning (signal from Light
Control Module)
A22 J1939 CAN3 Low
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30–pin Green “Connector B”

W3005152

Pin Description Pin Description

B1 Ref Ground (redundant) B15 Analog Resistive Sensor Input (Spare #1)
B2 Application Air Pressure sensor, analog B16 Analog Resistive Sensor Input (Spare #2)
input
B17 5V power supply output (Rear Air suspension
B3 Fuel level sensor, analog input pressure sensor)
B4 Pyrometer sensor signal, negative analog B18 5V power supply output (Application Air
input pressure sensor)
B5 Pyrometer sensor signal, positive analog B19 5V power supply output (front axle air
input pressure sensor)
B6 Rear air suspension pressure sensor, analog B20 5V power supply output (front brake [tank A]
input air pressure sensor)
B7 Front air suspension pressure sensor, B21 5V power supply output (rear brake [tank B]
analog input air pressure sensor)
B8 Not used B22 Not used
B9 Outside temperature sensor, analog input B23 Spare Digital Input Lo #2
B10 Forward rear axle temperature sensor, B24 Spare Digital Input Lo #3
analog input
B25 Spare Digital Input Hi #1
B11 Rear rear axle temperature sensor, analog
B26 Spare Digital Input Hi #2
input
B27 Spare Digital Input Hi #3
B12 Transmission temperature sensor, analog
input B28 5th Wheel lock telltale sensor, digital input
B13 Front brake (tank A) air pressure gauge B29 Not used
sensor, analog input B30 Not used
B14 Rear brake (tank B) air pressure gauge
sensor, analog input
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30–pin Blue “Connector C”

W3005153

Pin Description
C1 Spare Digital Input Lo #2
C2 ABS Trailer telltale, digital input
C3 ABS Vehicle telltale, digital input
C4 Traction control system telltale, digital input
C5 Air restriction, digital input
C6 Spare Lo 12V #2
C7 Battery charging telltale, digital input
C8 Air dump icon, digital input
C9 Hood Tilt Lock
C10 Interaxle Differential lock telltale, digital input
C11 Interwheel Differential lock telltale, digital
input
C12 Engine Preheat #1
C13 Not used
C14 Message Center Annunciator, CHECK
C15 Message Center Annunciator, STOP
C16 Not used
C17 Transmission malfunction icon, digital input,
without Allison
C18 Digital Input, Spare
C19 Preheat, VENDENG
C20 Digital Input, Spare Telltale #1
C21 Digital Input, Spare Telltale #2
C22 Transmission in Neutral
C23 Digital Input, Spare Telltale #3
C24 Digital Input, Spare Telltale #4
C25 Digital Input, Spare Telltale #5
C26 Parking Brake
C27 Not used
C28 Not used
C29 Washer fluid level icon, digital input
C30 Engine Preheat Input #2