System Description/Design

System description/Design

General
The central locking system with keyless functionality is a distributed system. Those parts which are included in the system are:
- central electronic module (CEM)
- keyless vehicle module (KVM)
- driver door module (DDM)
- passenger door module (PDM)
- right rear door module (RDM)
- left rear door module (LDM)
- power operated tailgate module (POT)
- driver information module (DIM)
- phone module (PHM)
- infotainment control module (ICM)
- switch for valet locking
- switch for opening the fuel tank filler cover (on the light switch module (LSM))
- switch for unlocking tailgate (on the light switch module (LSM))
- lock units in doors
- lock motor at the fuel tank filler cover
- lock motor for the tailgate
- Remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver
- supplemental restraint system control module (SRS).

Central electronic module (CEM)




The central electronic module (CEM) (4/56) controls and monitors the central locking system and its functions. No door which is part of the central locking system can be unlocked without a command from the central electronic module (CEM). Most of the system settings are stored in the central electronic module (CEM). Many of these settings are market dependent. For information about the settings which can be made, see: Diagnostic functions Diagnostic Functions
The central electronic module (CEM) continually checks the system to monitor the status of the doors and lock motors. For further information, see Design and Function, central electronic module (CEM).

Keyless vehicle module (KVM)




The keyless vehicle module (KVM) controls keyless entry to the vehicle. The system allows the vehicle to be opened without inserting a key in the lock or pressing a button on the remote key. The control module is located in front of the right-hand wheel arch in the cargo compartment. The keyless vehicle module (KVM) works together with the central electronic module (CEM) when opening and starting the vehicle. The two control modules communicate via the low speed side of the controller area network (CAN) (LS-CAN).

There are a number of components in the keyless entry system:
- keyless vehicle module (KVM)
- power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) (option)
- antennas in the external door handles and in the tailgate
- antennas in the passenger compartment and cargo compartment
- quick lock motors connected to the standard lock motors
- switches in door handles, locking buttons and additional lock motors
- the remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver for signals from the keyless remote key.
When one of the external door handles is pulled outwards, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) activates the antenna in the handle on the same side. A message is transmitted from the antenna to check whether there is a remote key with keyless entry function near the vehicle. The remote key responds to the Remote Keyless Entry (TRX) which forwards the information to the Keyless vehicle module (KVM).
If a remote key is found, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) checks the remote key's identity. If the remote key is programmed for use in the vehicle, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) activates the quick lock motor to open the door where the handle was pulled outwards. At the same time, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) transmits a signal to the Central electronic module (CEM) stating that the key is approved and that the other doors can be unlocked. This function is controlled by the personal settings made in the Infotainment control module (ICM).

Note! During locking, the keyless vehicle module (KVM) only checks the quick lock motors in the doors. The other lock motors and the other functions in the central locking system are checked by the central electronic module (CEM).

Driver door module (DDM) / passenger door module (PDM)




The driver door module (DDM) (3/126) and passenger door module (PDM) (3/127) are identical in appearance. The only difference between the two units are the software downloaded into them after installation in the vehicle. There are also different control panels connected to the control modules. The side on which each control panel will be positioned is determined by whether the vehicle is left or right-hand drive. The door control modules communicate with the central electronic module (CEM) via the low speed side of the CAN network (LS-CAN).
The control panel on the driver's side has switches for locking and unlocking the central locking, for adjusting the door mirrors, operating the window lift mechanisms and activating the child-proof locks, if installed. The driver's panel can also have switches for activating electric folding mirrors. The switch for locking and unlocking the central locking is directly connected to the driver door module (DDM) while the other switches on the panel are connected in series via LIN.
The control panel for the passenger side has switches for locking and unlocking of the central locking and a control button for the window lift. The switch for locking and unlocking the central locking and the control button for window lift are directly connected to the passenger door module (PDM).
The door control modules are directly connected to the lock unit in each door. The door control modules lock and unlock the door on receipt of a command from the central electronic module (CEM). The door control modules can only unlock the door on receipt of a signal from the central electronic module (CEM).
The driver door module (DDM) and passenger door module (PDM) communicate with the control module in the rear door on the same side of the vehicle via a serial interface (LIN).
The door control modules forwards the received signals from the CAN network to the rear door control module. The signals forwarded are the locking and unlocking commands. The door control modules also forward signals from each rear door control module on the CAN network. The signals that are forwarded indicate the position of the lock motors for child-proof and central locking.
The door control modules have diagnostic functions which monitor the function of the buttons to check that they have not stuck and that the relays are intact.
The control modules are powered via the rear fusebox and grounded in the body.
For further information, see Design and Function, Driver door module (DDM)/passenger door module (PDM).

Control modules in the rear doors




The control modules in the rear doors are designated left rear door module (LDM)(3/128) and right rear door module (RDM) (3/129). They are located on the corresponding side as the front door control module. The control modules also have control panels for the window lift mechanisms.
The rear door control modules use serial communication with the front door control module on the same side of the car.
The rear door control modules are directly connected to the lock motor in each door. The door control modules lock and unlock the door on receipt of a command from the front door control module.
The rear door control modules forward the status of the lock motors for child-proof and central locking to the relevant front door control module.
The control modules are powered via the rear fusebox.
For further information, see Design and Function, Driver door module (DDM) (3/126) and passenger door module (PDM).

Driver information module (DIM)

Location Of Components:

The driver information module (DIM) (5/1) displays a text message and lights a warning lamp if any of the side doors or tailgate/trunk lid or hood have been opened whilst driving. A micro-switch indicates that the doors or tailgate/trunk lid are fully closed. Only cars with an alarm have a contact breaker at the engine hood.
A yellow warning lamp lights if the vehicle speed is below 7 km/h (5 mph). The red warning lamp lights if the vehicle speed is above 7 km/h (5 mph).
The tailgate is only indicated by a text message and yellow warning lamp, irrespective of the speed.

The driver information module (DIM) shows the message in its displays if:
- the driver's door is opened and the vehicle is in ignition position I-III. The display shows what needs to be done to switch off the ignition
- if the gear selector is not in position P and an attempt is made to remove the remote key form the starter module
- the electrical child-proof lock is activated or deactivated
- valet locking of the glove compartment and cargo compartment is activated or deactivated
- the remote key transmits a warning to the vehicle about low battery voltage for the remote key.
The driver information module (DIM) also displays a message if a passive remote key is found when a start attempt is made or if a remote key that is used to start the vehicle cannot be found after the driver's door has been opened and closed. For further information about start functions, see Design and Function, Immobilizer/Start inhibition.
For further information, see Design and Function, driver information module (DIM).

Phone module (PHM)




Phone module (PHM) (16/60) is an option. The phone module (PHM) communicates with the central electronic module (CEM) via the low speed side of the CAN network (LS-CAN). If a phone module (PHM) is installed, the unit can be used for remote unlocking via the Volvo On Call service. This means that the vehicle can be unlocked from a Volvo Service Center.
The phone module (PHM) can also automatically transmit an emergency signal if one or more airbags have been triggered. The emergency signal is also transmitted if the "SOS" button is pressed.
For further information about the phone module (PHM), see Design and Function, phone module (PHM).

Infotainment control module (ICM)

Location Of Components:

The customer can personalize some of the central locking settings using the infotainment control module (ICM) (3/281) and the keyless entry system. The infotainment control module (ICM) communicates with the central electronic module (CEM) and keyless vehicle module (KVM) via the low speed side of the CAN network (LS-CAN). The central locking settings are presented via a menu system in the display on the infotainment control module (ICM). For further information about the settings which can be made, see: Diagnostic functions Diagnostic Functions
The settings for the central locking system are stored in the central electronic module (CEM). The settings for the keyless entry system are stored in the keyless vehicle module (KVM). Information from both control modules is transmitted to the infotainment control module (ICM) when the ignition is switched on.
For further information, see Design and Function, infotainment control module (ICM).

Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) (option)




Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) has the task of controlling automatic opening and closing of the boot lid.
The Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) communicates via the CAN network with the Central electronic module (CEM).
For further information, see Design and Function, Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT).

Switch for valet locking (option, market dependent)




The switch for valet locking is at one edge of the glove compartment in the dashboard. The switch is directly connected to the central electronic module (CEM). The switch is affected after the glove compartment has been locked in the normal way using the key blade (turning 0 to 90 degrees) and then continuing to turn (from 90 to 180 degrees). When activating or deactivating the function, a message is displayed in the driver information module (DIM).

Switch for opening the fuel tank filler cover




The switch for opening the fuel tank filler cover is on the light switch module (LSM) (3/111). The light switch module (LSM) is serially connected to the central electronic module (CEM) via LIN. The cover can be opened if the vehicle speed is below 7 km/h (5 mph).
Fuel tank filler cover opening is delayed by 1 second from when the switch is pressed. This is because certain markets have an automatic fuel leak check which must be stopped before the fuel tank filler cover can be opened.

Lock units side doors




Lock units (6/36, 6/55-57) are installed in doors and tailgate (3/78) (6/8 on XC60 and from model year 2012 also on V70 (08-) and XC70 (08-)). Lock units in doors are directly connected to door modules in each door.
Lock unit in tailgate is directly connected to Central electronic module (CEM), Keyless vehicle module (KVM) (not XC60 or from structure week 201046 V70/XC70) and Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) (optional equipment).
There are different versions of the lock units, depending on the configuration of the lock motors.
The there are two versions of lock units in the front doors, when the keyless function system is installed, with lock motors for:
- central locking and quick locking
- central locking, deadlocking and quick locking (market dependent).
There are four versions of the lock units in the rear doors with lock motors for:
- central locking and quick locking
- central locking, deadlocking and quick locking (market dependent)
- central locking, child-proof locking and quick locking (market dependent) (option)
- central locking, deadlocking, child-proof locking and quick locking (option).
The central locking lock motor locks the doors and disconnects the external handle.
The deadlock lock motor (BLL) disengages the inner door handle. When the deadlock (BLL) is activated, the central locking switch (located in the driver's door control panel) is deactivated and reactivated when the vehicle is unlocked.
The child-proof lock motor is only for the rear doors and disengages the inner door handle.
The quick lock motor is directly connected to the keyless vehicle module (KVM) and opens the door upon receipt of a command from the keyless vehicle module (KVM).

Note! Quick locking is controlled entirely by the keyless vehicle module (KVM).

The door control modules can only activate the lock motors on receipt of a command from the central electronic module (CEM).
In addition to the lock motors, the lock units contain up to three contract breakers depending on the configuration:
- contact breaker to indicate that the central locking motor is in the locked position
- contact breaker which indicates that the door is not locked
- contact breaker to indicate the child-proof lock motor is locked.
To prevent the lock motors from becoming too hot, there is a protection function in the software in the central electronic module (CEM). The central electronic module (CEM) has a counter that counts a number of steps each time a central locking command is carried out. (The number of steps is determined by several parameters.)
The counter has a maximum value of 240 steps. Normally there are 12-13 activations in a row before the counter reaches the maximum value. The counter counts down by 1 step/second. If the counter has reached the maximum value, the central electronic module (CEM) will not perform commands for locking the central locking. The unlocking command will always be accepted, even if the maximum value has been reached. This means that if the central locking has been activated so many times that the counter has reached its maximum value, it will take about 5 seconds before the next central locking command is performed. The counter is fully restored after 4 minutes.
There is corresponding protection for the power child-proof lock motors

Lock motor tailgate (V70 (08-) / XC70 (08-) MY -2011)




The tailgate is locked and unlocked at the same time as other doors if an unlock command is received from the remote key or if the vehicle is passively unlocked. The tailgate can also be unlocked separately using a specific button on remote key or via switch on the light switch module (LSM).
The handle on the tailgate is directly connected to the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) and Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) (option).
If the vehicle is locked and the switch is pressed in, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) activates the antenna in the tailgate and searches for a valid remote key. If a valid key is found, the Keyless vehicle module (KVM) transmits a signal to the Central electronic module (CEM), which unlocks the lock in the tailgate. The lock unit in the tailgate (3/78) is directly connected to the Central electronic module (CEM), Keyless vehicle module (KVM) and Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT).

Lock motor tailgate/trunk lid (XC60 (09-) and from model year 2012 also V70(08-) and XC70 (08-))




In practice there is no "locked" position for the lock on the tailgate/trunk lid. The difference between locked and unlocked is whether the central electronic module (CEM) will activate the lock motor or not when the switch on the tailgate/trunk lid is pressed.
The tailgate/trunk lid is "locked" and "unlocked" at the same time as other doors if an unlock command is received from the remote key. The tailgate/trunk lid can also be unlocked separately using a specific button on remote key or via switch on the light switch module (LSM).
The switch on the tailgate/trunk lid is directly connected to the central electronic module (CEM), Keyless vehicle module (KVM), and Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) (optional equipment). If the vehicle is locked and the switch pressed in, the keyless vehicle module (KVM) activates the antenna in the bumper and begins checking for an authorized remote key. If an authorized remote key is found, the keyless vehicle module (KVM) transmits a signal to the central electronic module (CEM) to activate the lock motor in the trunk lid or tailgate. The lock motor (6/8) is directly connected to the central electronic module (CEM).

Remote key




The remote key is used to activate functions in the system remotely. The remote key has buttons for activating the following functions:
- unlocking and locking the side doors
- unlocking the tailgate
- activating the local lighting
- activating alarm functions
- status check of lock status and activation of heart beat sensor.

The remote key, regarding internal design, consists of three sections:
- transponder
- function for remote control
- function for the keyless entry system, if applicable.
The transponder is a communication circuit in the head of the key. The transponder has a unique identification code which connects the remote key to the vehicle. The transponder is coded. This code must be learned by the central electronic module (CEM) before the remote key can be used to start the vehicle. Once the transponder has been programmed for one vehicle, it cannot be programmed for another.
The remote key has a built-in communication circuit and a memory. A coded signal is sent when a button on the remote key is pressed. This signal is received by a remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver and is forwarded on to the keyless vehicle module (KVM). For the remote key to work with the system, a unique code in the remote key must be learned by the keyless vehicle module (KVM). This takes place during installation at the factory.

The keyless entry system is used for:
- unlocking
- locking
- passive starting
- passive key warning.
Normally two remote keys are programmed for the vehicle on delivery. Additional remote keys can be added afterwards.
The remote key has a key blade which is normally retracted inside the remote key. The key blade can be used in emergency situations to unlock the driver's door. This does not disarm alarm functions however, so should only be used as a last resort to open the car.
The remote key has an integrated battery which is used when commands are sent to the system. This battery must be replaced regularly. The remote key contains an internal voltmeter that measures the voltage on the internal battery. If the battery voltage becomes too low, information about this is transmitted in the messages to remote keyless entry (TRX). The Keyless vehicle module (KVM) receives this information and transmits a message via the CAN network to the Driver information module (DIM), which shows a message that the voltage for the remote key battery is too low. Reduced remote key range is also an indication that the battery charge is low.

Note! In certain cases malfunctions may occur in the system when communication between the keyless vehicle module (KVM) and the remote key is interrupted for different reasons. These malfunctions are not due to any electrical faults and do not generate any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

1. If a button on the remote key is depressed when the keyless vehicle module (KVM) attempts to read the identity of the remote key, read off will fail. This means that the remote key cannot transmit and receive data at the same time (when a button is pressed on the remote key, the remote key is busy sending "normal" remote control commands). This fault may occur if the remote key is in a pocket or bag and a button has been pressed by mistake.
2. Due to increased ambient radiation, for example, from TV/radio transmitters and mobile phones and meters with remote reading, the signal from the remote key can, in some cases, be interrupted. In many cases this occurs in certain locations, where different outside signals make transmission and reception conditions unfavorable. This affects not only keyless vehicle systems but all types of wireless communication.

Remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver




Remote keyless entry (TRX) is mounted in the middle of the headlining above the rear seat. The receiver receives signals from the remote key and forwards them to the keyless vehicle module (KVM).
The remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver has a logic which enables it to check that a correct message is received. All communication is decrypted in the keyless vehicle module (KVM).

The remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver has three different modes:
- normal mode
- passive mode.
- TPMS mode (for vehicles equipped with tire pressure monitoring (TPMS))
In normal mode, the receiver waits for a signal from the remote key when a button is pressed.
If the keyless vehicle module (KVM) receives an indication from the door handle that someone is trying to open the vehicle using keyless entry, the keyless vehicle module (KVM) transmits a signal to the receiver to switch to passive mode for a pre-determined period of time. After this time, the receiver reverts to normal mode. The difference between these two modes is the way in which the receiver communicates with the remote key.
When a remote control key has been approved and is used to start the vehicle, or if there is a key in the starter module, the central electronic module (CEM) ignores all messages from the remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver. This prevents the central locking system from unlocking if a button on the remote control key is unintentionally pressed in.
The remote keyless entry (TRX) receiver is powered by the central electronic module (CEM) and grounded in the body.