ETM Reload after swap

eeskip · Jul 2nd, 2020, 20:55

How is everyone, hopefully better then me at this present moment. Been really put off with Volvo customer service this week, with their promise to call me back to organise a booking. This carry on is going for a week. Every day I call them to remind and I only get back is we are very busy, someone will call you shortly.

Rights, to the point. I got refurbished ETM of a ACtronics and it’s without or with the wrong software on it. They did include a letter that I will need to get in touch with Volvo or independent Volvo specialist to reload the ETM. The problem is, living in Scottish highlands, Inverness to be precise, the only Volvo place is the main dealer. As above mentioned, I haven’t got far with them.

Is there any other way to reload/pair the ETM with the ECM?

Thank you.

PS
It’s a Volvo C70 2.3T5 2000.

Monty rudge · Jul 2nd, 2020, 21:21

Hi there if the etm is your own and you had it refurbished .If its your own it should be plug and play if its a off the shelf then it may need volvo to reload.Have you tried to start the car. hope this helps.

eeskip · Jul 2nd, 2020, 21:56

Sorry, forgot to mention. They sent me refurbished one back but not mine. Yes the car starts but runs like a bag of ****. Fault code leads to ETM not recognised

Monty rudge · Jul 3rd, 2020, 10:07

Unfortunately it will mean a trip to volvo as they are the only place that can carry out a reload of the etm.

Spawned66 · Jul 3rd, 2020, 15:02

Hi,
I got this procedure from Deathrider/Simon. I haven’t tried it yet. It might work.
Turn the ignition on for 10min but don’t start it. Position 2.
Turn ignition off for 10 min.
Start the car up and leave it to tick over for 20 min. Just let it idle.
Turn car off for 20 min.
Start the car and take it for a Leisurely drive, slowly increasing the throttle. It could take 200 miles for the car to learn the new ETM.

You could try it, but before you do, you probably have to clear your ETM codes, if not disconnect the negative battery terminal for 30mins, might be longer or shorter, maybe someone could weigh in?

Hope this helps.

SteveSarre · Jul 4th, 2020, 12:56

Hi eeskip

As far as I know the software for the ETM comes in two flavours: either for a turbo engine (either T5 2315cc or LPT 2435cc), or for a normally aspirated engine. I dont know about 2 litre engines.

Sounds like they have given you an ETM with software for NA, when you need an ETM with the software for a turbo engine.

(There are old and new versions for each flavour, but that is another matter,. The latest version includes some self testing diagnostics).

Volvo or a Volvo indie could load the right software, and hopefully give you the latest version as well. Try and get a price for doing that. If very expensive I would try to get money back from ACTronics.

I think the procedure that spawned mentions, is so that the ETM can "learn" the new engine. But I don't think that will help if you have the wrong software in.

I have a spare working ETM from a C70 2001 Low pressure Turbo. I could sell you that but I would have to make up my mind about a price.

HTH
Steve

upv5 · Jul 5th, 2020, 11:58

I had an ACtronics refurbished ETM and it worked OK out the box but it did have same part number as the old unit so maybe I was lucky however their website clearly states a software reload will be necessary so I already had a quote from my local Lookers Volvo and they said £70 less 10% discount as a VOC member.
The software has to be purchased and downloaded from Volvo so not many independents have the knowledge and experience needed. If I were you I'd be popping down the dealer and talking directly to the service manager.

Best of luck

John

eeskip · Jul 5th, 2020, 22:14

Thanks guys for all the replies, I got it booked in with Volvo tomorrow for the ETM reload. Will let you know how I get on and what it cost for some references if anyone else will need.

I did try the switch on ignition and leave, but that didn’t work.

Thanks

eeskip · Jul 6th, 2020, 21:28

Got the ETM reloaded, car still doesn’t run properly. An yes Volvo up in highlands charged me £179 for the software reload. Dam. Seems like the VVT solenoid is gone as well. Just topical domino effect.

rudi dudi · Jul 7th, 2020, 22:47

May I ask how much was the Actronics refurb Etm please .I could't see any prices on the web site.

Jul 2nd, 2020, 20:55	#1
eeskip New Member Last Online: Jul 18th, 2020 21:49 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Inverness	ETM Reload after swap How is everyone, hopefully better then me at this present moment. Been really put off with Volvo customer service this week, with their promise to call me back to organise a booking. This carry on is going for a week. Every day I call them to remind and I only get back is we are very busy, someone will call you shortly. Rights, to the point. I got refurbished ETM of a ACtronics and it’s without or with the wrong software on it. They did include a letter that I will need to get in touch with Volvo or independent Volvo specialist to reload the ETM. The problem is, living in Scottish highlands, Inverness to be precise, the only Volvo place is the main dealer. As above mentioned, I haven’t got far with them. Is there any other way to reload/pair the ETM with the ECM? Thank you. PS It’s a Volvo C70 2.3T5 2000.

Jul 2nd, 2020, 21:21	#2
Monty rudge Junior Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 21:36 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Cupar	etm Hi there if the etm is your own and you had it refurbished .If its your own it should be plug and play if its a off the shelf then it may need volvo to reload.Have you tried to start the car. hope this helps.

Jul 3rd, 2020, 10:07	#4
Monty rudge Junior Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 21:36 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Cupar	etm Unfortunately it will mean a trip to volvo as they are the only place that can carry out a reload of the etm.

Jul 4th, 2020, 12:56	#6
SteveSarre Premier Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: London/West Country	Hi eeskip As far as I know the software for the ETM comes in two flavours: either for a turbo engine (either T5 2315cc or LPT 2435cc), or for a normally aspirated engine. I dont know about 2 litre engines. Sounds like they have given you an ETM with software for NA, when you need an ETM with the software for a turbo engine. (There are old and new versions for each flavour, but that is another matter,. The latest version includes some self testing diagnostics). Volvo or a Volvo indie could load the right software, and hopefully give you the latest version as well. Try and get a price for doing that. If very expensive I would try to get money back from ACTronics. I think the procedure that spawned mentions, is so that the ETM can "learn" the new engine. But I don't think that will help if you have the wrong software in. I have a spare working ETM from a C70 2001 Low pressure Turbo. I could sell you that but I would have to make up my mind about a price. HTH Steve __________________ V70 2.5 Turbo AWD Man. 1999 Red V70 2.5 10V Auto 1998 Green C70 T 20V Auto Conv. 2001 Blue, C70 T5 Auto Conv. 2000 Blue V70 2.5 Turbo AWD Auto 1998 Green, V70 2.5 10V Auto BiFuel 1999 Red (scrapped) V70 20v Auto 1999 Green (scrapped)

Jul 5th, 2020, 11:58	#7
upv5 VOC Member Last Online: Apr 10th, 2024 12:33 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Grays	I had an ACtronics refurbished ETM and it worked OK out the box but it did have same part number as the old unit so maybe I was lucky however their website clearly states a software reload will be necessary so I already had a quote from my local Lookers Volvo and they said £70 less 10% discount as a VOC member. The software has to be purchased and downloaded from Volvo so not many independents have the knowledge and experience needed. If I were you I'd be popping down the dealer and talking directly to the service manager. Best of luck John __________________ This is a Bike friendly Volvo-N.A.B.D. member 2000 V70R AWD - SWMBO 2017 XC60 D5 AWD --- Previous - 2009 V50 D5 SE LUX - 2000 V40 SE 2.0 - 1986 760 GLE 2.8

Jul 2nd, 2020, 21:56	#3
eeskip New Member Last Online: Jul 18th, 2020 21:49 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Inverness	Sorry, forgot to mention. They sent me refurbished one back but not mine. Yes the car starts but runs like a bag of ****. Fault code leads to ETM not recognised

Jul 3rd, 2020, 15:02	#5
Spawned66 Member Last Online: Today 08:32 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Winslow, Buckinghamshire	Hi, I got this procedure from Deathrider/Simon. I haven’t tried it yet. It might work. Turn the ignition on for 10min but don’t start it. Position 2. Turn ignition off for 10 min. Start the car up and leave it to tick over for 20 min. Just let it idle. Turn car off for 20 min. Start the car and take it for a Leisurely drive, slowly increasing the throttle. It could take 200 miles for the car to learn the new ETM. You could try it, but before you do, you probably have to clear your ETM codes, if not disconnect the negative battery terminal for 30mins, might be longer or shorter, maybe someone could weigh in? Hope this helps.

Jul 5th, 2020, 22:14	#8
eeskip New Member Last Online: Jul 18th, 2020 21:49 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Inverness	Thanks guys for all the replies, I got it booked in with Volvo tomorrow for the ETM reload. Will let you know how I get on and what it cost for some references if anyone else will need. I did try the switch on ignition and leave, but that didn’t work. Thanks

Jul 6th, 2020, 21:28	#9
eeskip New Member Last Online: Jul 18th, 2020 21:49 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Inverness	Got the ETM reloaded, car still doesn’t run properly. An yes Volvo up in highlands charged me £179 for the software reload. Dam. Seems like the VVT solenoid is gone as well. Just topical domino effect.

Jul 7th, 2020, 22:47	#10
rudi dudi DPF free.FCUK Greta he he Last Online: Mar 28th, 2024 13:38 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Bristol	May I ask how much was the Actronics refurb Etm please .I could't see any prices on the web site.

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