Mid 234

Service Manual
Buses
Group 38
Release 02
MID 234 Instrument control unit (BIC)
Design, function and troubleshooting
20 016140
Foreword
The descriptions and instructions in this manual are based on design and
method studies performed up to and including January 2004.
The products are under continual development. Values and repair methods
may therefore differ on vehicles and for components manufactured after
this date.
This service information employs the following levels of observations

and warnings:
Note! indicates a situation, use or circumstance that should

be emphasised.
Important! indicates a situation, use or circumstance that is

important to be aware of in order to avoid personal injury
or damage to the product.
Caution! indicates a potentially dangerous situation that unless it is

avoided may lead to minor or moderate personal injury or
damage to the product.
Warning! indicates a potentially dangerous situation that unless it is

avoided may lead to lethal injury, serious personal injury
or damage to the product.
Danger! indicates an apparent dangerous situation that unless it is

avoided may lead to lethal injury or server personal injury.
Order number: 20 016140
© 2004 Volvo Bus Corporation, Göteborg, Sweden
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in

retrieval system, or transmitted in any forms by any means, electronic,
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permission of Volvo Bus Corporation.
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Contents
General .................................................................................................... 2
Instrumentation ...................................................................................... 2
Instrumentation, component placement ................................................. 3
Specifications ......................................................................................... 4
Instrumentation ...................................................................................... 4
Tools ........................................................................................................ 6
Special tools .......................................................................................... 6
Design and Function ............................................................................. 7

Instrument, system description .............................................................. 7
Malfunction ........................................................................................... 17
Fault codes, fault tracing ...................................................................... 17
............................................................................................................... 20
MID 234 PID 117 Brake pressure, circuit 1 .......................................... 20
MID 234 PID 118 Brake pressure, circuit 2 .......................................... 21
MID 234 PID 120 Oil temperature, retarder ......................................... 22
MID 234 PID 158 Battery voltage ........................................................ 23
MID 234 PID 175 Oil temperature, engine ........................................... 24
MID 234 PID 177 Oil temperature, gearbox ......................................... 25
MID 234 PPID 91 Brake pressure, circuit 3 ......................................... 26
MID 234 PSID 1 Diode, fuel level ........................................................ 27
MID 234 PSID 2 Alarm, activation ....................................................... 28
MID 234 PSID 3 Buzzer, danger .......................................................... 29
MID 234 PSID 4 Buzzer, warning ........................................................ 30
MID 234 SID 240 Program memory .................................................... 31
MID 234 SID 250 SAE J1708 Information link ..................................... 32
MID 234 SID 253 Calibration memory, EEPROM ................................ 33
MID 234 SID 254 Control unit .............................................................. 34
Feedback
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) General
General
Instrumentation
The new Multiplex electrical system introduced by
Volvo Buses is based on a number of control units for
components and functions communicating with each
other via common data links. This makes the system
flexible and expandable.
The service information is intended to apply in general

for buses with instrument control units in the Multiplex
electrical system. This version is based on the B7L
and any unique information will be indicated. Service
information for other future bus models will be issued as a
supplement to this information. T0009008
Bus Instrument Cluster (BIC)

The instrument comprises three combined modules that
are designed to provide the driver will all the necessary
information concerning the bus as rapidly as possible.
The instrument control unit is located in the left-hand
module together with the display. Information from the
system’s different control units can be read off via the
expanded functionality offered in the instrument’s display.
In addition, there is a general description of the Multiplex

electrical system in Service Information group 30,
“Multiplex electrical system (BEA)”.
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) General
Instrumentation, component placement
T3014426
702 Combined instrument
1. Combination instrument with a tachograph
2. Combination instrument with a speedometer
LX Connector block connection LX1–22 (corresponds to 31–52 on adapter 9998699)
LY Connector block connection LY1–30 (corresponds to 1–30 on adapter 99989699)
RX Connector block connection RX1–30 (corresponds to 1–30 on adapter 9998699)
CX Connector connecting CX1–5
CY Connector connecting CY1 – 30
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) Specifications
Specifications
Instrumentation
Physical data
Marking 1 Volvo part number
2 Supply voltage
3 Supplier part number
4 Supplier’s revision
number
5 Supplier’s identity
6 Date of manufacture,
year/week-serial number T3014307
LxBxH 490 x 210 x 100 mm
Weight 2.6 kg
Material plastic
IP classification 54 (Mounted on board, does

not apply to rear of BIC on
board)
Operating temperature —40 — +85

—30 — +70 (continuous)
Storage temperature —40 — +85 (whole unit)

—40 — +115 (front panel
only)
Connector block 5 JAE connectors with VTC

numbers:
978319 (LX)
978321 (LY)
978312 (CX)
3962000 (CY)
978321 (RX)
5 connectors on tachograph
T3014294
Instrument connectors, pin locations Tv: LY, RX and

CY, centre: LX, right: CX.
T3014461
Tachograph connectors, pin locations
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) Specifications
Electrical properties
Supply voltage 24 V (18–30 V )
Data links 1 SAE J1708, 9.6 kbit/s
Inputs Analogue, 19
Digital, 53
Outputs Analogue, 9
Digital, 10
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) Tools
Tools
Special tools
9998699 9998533
Adapter, 62-pin Adapter for wide component:
T3009536 T0010717
9813194 9990130
Adapter between control unit, connector LY or Template for adapter box 9998699. Used with adapter
RX, and adapter box 9998942 cables 9813194 and 9998533.
9812519
Multimeter
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) Design and Function
Design and Function

Instrument, system description
• “Design” page 7
• “Function” page 8
• “Explanation of pins” page 13
Design
The connector pins on the lighting control unit (LCM) have
differing electrical properties. The abbreviations used for
signal types are described below.
HDI High Digital Input
LDI Low Digital Input
GDI General Digital Input (HDI/LDI,

selectable)
HDO High Digital Output

LDO Low Digital Output
HTDI High Digital Input True
LTDI Low Digital Input True
HLDI High Low Digital Input
AI Analogue Input
AO Analogue Output
RES Resistance
The signal types HDI, LDI, HDO and LDO have different
logic levels and structures in the control unit. The signals
have therefore different properties, see table. Note
that the limits for the different signal characteristics are
programmable and can therefore differ slightly between
the different pins. Signal types AO, AI and PWM have
fully individual programmable properties and will therefore
not be covered in detail here.
Limits, % of Ubat HDI LDI HDO LDO HTDI LTDI HLDI

1
U > 75% True Error True False True False
25% < U < 75% False False Error Error Error Error Error
2
U < 25% Error True False True False True
1
True or False, the logic is programmable.
2
False or True, the logic is programmable.
DI H = Digital signal with high activation.

If the voltage is >7.7 V the control unit interprets the
signal as active, and if the voltage is <3.5 V the signal
is interpreted as inactive.
DI L = Digital signal with low activation.

If the voltage is <3.5 V, the control unit interprets the
signal as active, and if the voltage is >7.7 V the signal
is interpreted as inactive.
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Function
Instrument control unit, functions
The following functions are handled by the instrument
control unit.
Display
The display is standard equipment in all versions of the
instrument. The functions can be divided into two groups:
• Preselected information, where the driver via various

menus can choose which parts of the available T3008860 T3008861
information are to be shown on the display.
• Automatically activated information, which is shown

when a fault occurs.
Under the display are two lamps, one yellow (info) and
one red (stop). At the same time as an automatically
activated message is shown on the display, one of the
two lamps lights up. Which of the lamps that lights up
depends on how serious the fault is.
The information that is available for the driver appears

in two different ways, depending on whether the vehicle
is being driven or is stationary. In the menus that are
available while driving, a number of symbols are also
shown in special fields on the display.
Boost pressure gauge

The gauge measures overpressure in the intake manifold.
When driving with constant load, the pointer should
be stationary. Besides showing the level of boost
pressure, the boost pressure gauge is used together with
the speedometer to help the driver maintain an even
speed and constant throttle, thereby minimising fuel
consumption.
T3009977
Coolant temperature gauge, engine

The gauge indicates the temperature of the engine
cooling system. The temperature should normally lie
below the red zone. The gauge gives a reading when
the ignition key is in the drive position and the coolant
temperature exceeds 60 C.
The LED in the bottom right-hand corner will come on

when the engine control unit sends a signal concerning
high coolant temperature, irrespective of the gauge
reading.
T3009973
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Oil pressure gauge, engine

The gauge shows the current oil pressure in the engine.
The pointer must not enter the red zone while driving!
The engine can be seriously damaged if oil pressure is
lost, e.g. due to an oil leak. The gauge gives a reading
when the ignition key is in the drive position.

when the engine control unit sends a signal concerning
low oil pressure, irrespective of the gauge reading.
T3009976
Fuel level gauge

The gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel in the
tank. The red sector indicates that it is time to refuel. The
gauge gives a reading when the ignition key is in the drive
position and the fuel tank is not empty.

when the chassis control unit sends a signal saying the
fuel level is less than 15% of full volume, irrespective of
the gauge reading.
T3006718
Air pressure gauge, front brake circuit

The gauge shows the air pressure in the front brake
circuit. The bus must not be driven when the pointer is in
the red zone, 0 — 5.2 bar.
T3014457
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Air pressure gauge, driving axle brake circuit

The gauge shows the air pressure in the drive axle circuit.
The bus must not be driven when the pointer is in the red
zone, 0 — 5.2 bar.
T3014458
Air pressure gauge, intermediate axle brake circuit

The gauge shows the air pressure in the intermediate
axle brake circuit. The bus must not be driven when the
pointer is in the red zone, 0 — 5.2 bar.
T3014459
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List of parameters
The following table lists all the available customer and
vehicle parameters. A link to Volvo (VDA) is required
in order to program the vehicle parameters. This
is indicated with a connection symbol in the far left
column. Vehicle parameters are either accessories or
functions determined by legal requirements. Customer
parameters, on the other hand, can be programmed
without connecting to VDA.
The list will be updated with service bulletins as new

functions are introduced service bulletins.
Instrument control unit

ID Name Description Limits Unit
9A Tank size (Required if EH is on) 25-4700 l
AMD Door alarm buzzer On/Off
EB Driver-owned vehicle If the EB parameter is set to On/Off
On then the driver has full
access to the information in
the instrument. If the EB
parameter is set to Off then the
password function is activated,
parameters EO and EP.
EC Exterior temperature On/Off
ED Transmission fluid, temperature (For automatic gearbox only) On/Off
EF Ammeter (If set to On then the sensor On/Off

must be fitted)
EH Fuel economy Besides average consumption On/Off
(trip/fleet) and total fuel
consumption (average/100
km), this parameter activates
information on instant fuel
consumption, average
consumption (trip/driver),
total fuel consumption for
current trip and distance on
remaining fuel.
EK Imperial/metric system km/l
EN Display day/night Day/Night
EO Owner password Selection of owner password. 0000 - 9999
The owner can also choose /
change the driver’s password
(EP).
EP Driver password/garage Selection of driver password. 0000 - 9999
The driver can never
select/change the password
QY Data log mode On/Off
RJ Interior temperature On/Off
SI Display distance on remaining fuel (Available only if EH is on) On/Off
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Pin descriptions, connector LX

Pin no. Type Function Error code
LX1 Bus Information link SAE J1587/1708 SID 250
LX3 AO Fuel level gauge for right-hand module
LX4 HDI Display navigation ESCAPE
LX6 HDI Display navigation - DOWN
LX7 HDI Display navigation SELECT
LX8 AO Ground connection, sensor
LX9 AI (ground) Earth connection electronic system
LX10 AI (supply) Power supply LH module
LX11 Bus Information link SAE J1587/1708 SID 250
LX12 AI (ground) Earth connection LH module
LX13 LDO Fuel level LED RH module PSID 1
LX14 LDO Alarm clock activation PSID 2
LX16 HDI Display navigation + UP
LX17 LDO Buzzer alarm activation PSID 3
LX18 LDO Buzzer warning activation/Centre module wake up PSID 4
LX19 HDI VSP Boot
LX20 AI (supply) Backlight, LH module
LX21 AO Ref.volt. from external display navigation
LX22 AI (supply) Power supply, drive position, LH module PID 158
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Explanation of pins
Connector block LY
LY3 HDO Lamp test, centre and RH modules
LY4 LDO Lamp test, centre and RH modules
LY5 LDI Battery charging
LY6 LDI Stop lamps
LY7 LDI Warning signal activation
LY8 HDI Fire alarm
LY9 AI Ammeter
LY10 LDI Warning lamp
LY11 HDI Engine pre-heat lamp
LY12 AO Power supply current sensor
LY21 AO Brakes 3
LY22 LDI Vehicle lights
LY24 AO Brakes 2
LY25 HDI Remote controlled display and alarm
LY27 AO Brakes 1
LY28 AI Temperature, transmission fluid
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Connector block RX
RX1 AI (supply) Backlight RH module
RX2 LDI Indicator light, bus stop
RX3 AI Brakes 2 pressure gauge
RX4 AI Fuel level
RX6 HDI Indicator light, pram
RX7 LDI Warning diode, fuel level
RX8 LDO Lamp test, door brake
RX9 LDI ABS supply
RX10 HDI Central warning, extra supply
RX11 HDI Indicator light lamp test (+) RH module
RX12 HDI Main beam
RX13 HDI Indicator light for future use
RX14 LDI Indicator light for future use
RX15 AI (ground) Earth connection electronic system
RX16 HDI LH direction indicators
RX18 AI (supply) Power supply RH module
RX20 LDI Central warning activation
RX21 HDI RH direction indicators
RX24 HDO Lamp test parking brake
RX25 HDI Indicator light, main beam
RX26 HDO Indicator light LH direction indicators
RX27 HDO Indicator light RH direction indicators
RX28 LDI Indicator light lamp test (-) RH module
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Connector blocks CX and CY

CX1 Bus Information link SAE J1587 A-line
CX2 Bus Information link SAE J1587 B-line
CX3 LDI Activating odometer
CX4 AI (supply) Power supply centre module
CX5 AI (ground) Earth connection electronic system
CY1 LDI Indicator light safety belts
CY2 LDI Indicator light for future use
CY3 HDI Indicator light, main beam
CY5 HDI Lamp test (+)
CY6 LDI Lamp test (-)
CY7 HDI Indicator light LH direction indicators
CY8 HDI Indicator light parking brake
CY10 LDI Indicator light differential lock
CY11 AI (ground) Earth connection
CY12 LDI Indicator light kneeling
CY13 LDI Indicator light rear fog light
CY14 HDI Indicator light for future use
CY15 LDI Indicator light door brake
CY17 LDI Indicator light ABS
CY18 AI (supply) Instrument lighting centre module
CY19 HDI Lamp test (+)
CY20 LDI Lamp test (-)
CY21 AO Earth connection speed sensor
CY22 AI (supply) Power supply ignition switch
CY24 HDI Indicator light RH direction indicators
CY25 LDI Central warning activation
CY29 AO Power supply speed sensor
CY30 HDI Acoustic signal warning lamp
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Connector block A-E

A1 AI (supply) Power supply tachograph
A2 AI (supply) Instrument lighting dimmer
A3 AI (supply) Power supply ignition switch
A4 AI (supply) Power supply tachograph
A5 AI (ground) Earth connection clock, instrument panel
A6 AI (ground) Earth connection chassis
B1 AO Power supply speed sensor
B2 AO Earth connection speed sensor
1
B3 DI Speed sensor signal
1
B4 DI Inverted (B3) speed sensor signal
B7 DO 1 Speed signal to VECU
1
C6 DO Spacer
C7 DO Speed signal diagnosis to VECU
D1 LDI Indicator light differential lock
D2 HDI Acoustic signal direction indicators
D3 LDI Indicator light for future use
D4 LDI Rear fog light
D5 LDI Indicator light kneeling
D6 HDI Engine speed
D7 LDI Indicator light for future use
D8 HDI Bogie lift warning signal
E1 HDI Alarm clock reminder signal
E2 DO 1 Speed signal
E3 HDI Indicator light parking brake
E4 LDI Indicator light safety belts
E5 LDI Indicator light for future use
E6 LDI Warning signal
E7 HDI Indicator light, main beam
E8 HDI Indicator light LH direction indicators
E9 HDI Indicator light RH direction indicators
E10 LDI Lamp test (-)
E12 LDI Central warning activation acoustic signal and
indicator light
E13 LDI Central warning activation
E14 LDI Indicator light door brake
E15 LDI Indicator light ABS
E16 LDI Indicator light for future use
1
active both high (8V) and low (0V) level
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Group 381 Instrument control unit (BIC) Malfunction
Malfunction
Fault codes, fault tracing
The control units on the information link communicate
according to the SAE J1587 standard. The standard
has been extended with Volvo’s own supplement
(PPID, PSID). The fault codes set by the control units
contain information that is described by the following
abbreviations.
MID Message Identification Description – PSID Proprietary Subsystem Identification
identification of a control unit. Description – Volvo unique identification
of a component.
PID Parameter Identification Description –
identification of a parameter (value). FMI Failure Mode Identifier – identification
of fault types.
PPID Proprietary Parameter Identification
Description – Volvo unique identification
of a parameter (value).
SID Subsystem Identification Description –

identification of a component.
FMI table
FMI Display text SAE-text
0 Value too high Data applies but above normal operating range
1 Value too low Data applies but below normal operating range
2 Incorrect data Intermittent or incorrect data
3 Electric fault Abnormally high voltage or short circuit to higher voltage
4 Electric fault Abnormally low voltage or short circuit to lower voltage
5 Electric fault Abnormally low current or break
6 Electric fault Abnormally high current or short circuit to earth
7 Mechanical fault Incorrect response from mechanical system
8 Mechanical or electric fault Abnormal frequency
9 Communication error Abnormal update rate
10 Mechanical or electric fault Abnormal vibration
11 Unknown fault Non-identifiable fault
12 Component fault Defective unit or component
13 Calibration error Calibrated values outside limits
14 Unknown fault Special instructions
15 Unknown fault Reserved for future use
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Test measurements
Control unit measurements are carried out using 2x
9998505 and an adapter box 9998699 connected to the
control unit connectors. This allows direct voltage and
resistance measurements on the control unit pins.
Voltage measurement at the control unit

To measure the signal between a control unit and a
component:
• Connect the adapter box between the control unit and

the cabling.
• Put the start switch in the drive position (II).
Resistance measurement of component

To measure the resistance of a component and the
current path:
• Connect the adapter box to the cabling only.
• Put the start switch in the stop position (0).
Resistance measurement at a component

To measure a component’s resistance:
• Connect the adapter box to the component only.
Voltage measurement at component

To measure the signal between a control unit and a
component:
• Connect the adapter box between the control unit and

the component.
• Put the start switch in the drive position (II).
Resistance measurement of cabling

To measure the resistance in cabling:
• Connect an adapter box to each end of the cable.
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Explanation of fault code table

For each fault code, there are three tables and one
illustration that give general information on the fault code
and describe suitable measurements that should be taken
to localise the source of the fault.
First table, general information

Engine type: Specifies engine type on which the current fault code is implemented.
Component number: Number of the component whose subsystem causes the fault code.
Wiring diagram: Designation of relevant wiring diagrams in the service handbook for
the electrical system of the bus model in question and (in brackets) the
designation of the wiring diagram in service literature for previous electrical
architectures.
General Symptoms which occur for all types of faults (FMI) with that fault code.
fault symptoms:
Appropriate test Test in VCADS Pro that can be used for further investigation of the
in VCADS Pro: component.
Status test Specifies whether there is a relevant status test for the component which can
in BIC: be carried out directly in the instrument control unit display.
Adapter on Instructions on which adapter to use on the component connector while
component: taking measurements.
Adapter on Instructions on which type of adapter to use on the control unit connector
control unit: while taking measurements.
Illustration: Schematic illustration of the component subsystem. Relevant pins on the
control unit and measurement points on the component are shown in the
illustration.
Second table, information on fault types

Type of fault: Specifies the fault types (FMI) that can occur for that fault code.
Symptom: Describes which fault symptoms occur for the various fault types.
Possible cause: Indicates the faults which can be the cause of the fault code for a fault type.
Third table, measurements

Measurement: Indicates the part the measurement is intended to check.
Measurement method: The illustrations specify whether:
• the control unit connector should be connected or disconnected
• the component connector should be connected or disconnected
• the adapter should be connected to the component or to the control unit.

Key position: Shows whether the starter switch/power supply switch should be in the stop
position (0) or drive position (II).
Measurement points: Describes which pins on the control unit (socket in the adapter box) or
measurement points on the component, where the measurement should be
carried out.
Expected value: Indicates with 20 % accuracy the values the measurement should give if
the part (component) is functioning normally. Also shows whether voltage
or resistance should be measured.
Miscellaneous: Special conditions or prerequisites for correct measurements.
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MID 234 PID 117 Brake pressure, circuit 1

Component number: 754A
Wiring diagram: 21
General fault symptom: Yellow information
lamp
Fault code
Appropriate test in VCADS “38118–6
Pro: Gauge checks,
instruments”
Adapter on control unit: 9998533, 9813194
T3017572
Type of Symptom: Possible cause:

fault:
FMI 9
• Gauge shows min-value • Open circuit or interference on information link
• Yellow information lamp
• Display test “No data”
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MID 234 PID 118 Brake pressure, circuit 2

Component number: 754B
Wiring diagram: 21
lamp
Fault code
Appropriate test in VCADS 38116–6 Gauge
Pro: checks, instruments
T3017572

fault:
FMI 9
• Gauge shows min-value • Open circuit or interference on information link
• Yellow information lamp comes on
• Display text “No data”
FMI 13
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Error in data set
• Defective memory circuit
FMI 14
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Fault in oscillator
21
MID 234 PID 120 Oil temperature, retarder

Applies to buses with ZF automatic transmission only
Component number: 702

Wiring diagram: 13A
lamp
Fault code
Appropriate test in VCADS “40024–2 Oil sensor
Pro: signals, test”
T3017573

fault:
FMI 9
• Yellow information lamp comes on • Open circuit or interference on information link
• Display text “No data”
Test measurements
Measurements Measuring method Key Meas- Nominal Re- Other
position urement value corded
points value
Signal lead II LX1 — U=0—
LX9 5V

LX9 5V

LX11 5V
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MID 234 PID 158 Battery voltage

Component number: 30, 660
Wiring diagram: 1, 2
lamp
Fault code
Pro: Gauge checks,
instruments”
T3017574

fault:
FMI 0
• Yellow information lamp comes on
• The display shows a symbol and the text “Too
high”
Test measurements
points value
Supply lead generator II LX22 — U ≈ Ubat
LX9
Supply lead generator II LX22 — U ≈ Ubat Engine

LX9 running,
suitable
engine
speed
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MID 234 PID 175 Oil temperature, engine

Wiring diagram: 3
lamp
Fault code
Appropriate test in VCADS “28407–2 Sensor
Pro: value checks,
engine running”
T3017575

fault:
FMI 9
• The display shows a symbol and the text “Data
missing”
Test measurements
points value
LX9 5V

LX9 5V

LX11 5V
24
MID 234 PID 177 Oil temperature, gearbox

Applies to buses with Voith automatic transmission only.

Wiring diagram: 13B
lamp
Fault code
T3017576

fault:
FMI 9
missing”
Test measurements
points value
LX9 5V

LX9 5V

LX11 5V
25
MID 234 PPID 91 Brake pressure, circuit 3

Component number: 754C
Wiring diagram: 21
lamp
Fault code
Pro: Gauge checks,
instruments”
T3017572

fault:
FMI 9
missing”
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MID 234 PSID 1 Diode, fuel level

Wiring diagram: 7
lamp
Fault code
Pro: Instrument test”
T3017578

fault:
FMI 6
• Diode does not light when activated • Signal lead short-circuited to battery voltage
Test measurements
points value
Signal lead centre II LX13 — U = 18 —
module LX9 Ubat
U<2V Perform
lamp test
27
MID 234 PSID 2 Alarm, activation

Applies to buses with tachograph only.

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code
T3017579

fault:
FMI 6
• Yellow information lamp • Signal lead short-circuited to battery voltage
• The alarm sounds continuously, or not at all.
Test measurements
points value
module LX9 Ubat
U<2V Perform
lamp test
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MID 234 PSID 3 Buzzer, danger

Applies to buses with tachograph only.

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code
T3017580

fault:
FMI 6
• Acoustic warning absent while engine running • Signal lead short-circuited to battery voltage
Test measurements
points value
module LX9 Ubat
U<2V Perform
lamp test
29
MID 234 PSID 4 Buzzer, warning

Applies to buses with tachograph only

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code
T3017581

fault:
FMI 6
• Buzzer not sounding when activated • Signal lead short-circuited to battery voltage
Test measurements
points value
module LX9 Ubat
U<2V Perform
lamp test
30
MID 234 SID 240 Program memory

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code

fault:
FMI 13
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Software fault
31
MID 234 SID 250 SAE J1708 Information link

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code
T3017582

fault:
FMI 2
• Yellow information lamp comes on • Interruption on link
• The display shows the text “Check data link • Fault in control unit communication circuits
interruption”
• No reading on gauges for coolant temperature,
oil pressure, turbo pressure and primary tank
pressure
• No control units respond in the “System
diagnostic” menu
• The display menu “Gauge” shows the text
“NO DATA” for transmission fluid temperature
(for Geartronic/Powertronic) and engine oil
temperature
FMI 9
• Yellow information lamp comes on • Current control unit defective
• The display indicates which control unit should • The control unit is being programmed and is
be checked therefore not transmitting any signals on the
information link.
FMI 12
• Yellow information lamp comes on • All control units (except instrument control unit)
• The display shows the text “Check data link defective
interruption” • One of the control units is being programmed and
has ordered the others to stop sending signals on
the information link in the meantime
Test measurements
points value
LX9 5V

LX9 5V

LX11 5V
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MID 234 SID 253 Calibration memory, EEPROM

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code

fault:
FMI 12
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Programming fault
FMI 13
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MID 234 SID 254 Control unit

Wiring diagram: 5
lamp
Fault code

fault:
FMI 12
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Programming fault
FMI 13
FMI 14
• The control unit reply’s or acts in a faulty manner • Fault in oscillator
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Service Manual

This service information employs the following levels of observations

Note! indicates a situation, use or circumstance that should

Important! indicates a situation, use or circumstance that is

Caution! indicates a potentially dangerous situation that unless it is

Warning! indicates a potentially dangerous situation that unless it is

Danger! indicates an apparent dangerous situation that unless it is

Order number: 20 016140

© 2004 Volvo Bus Corporation, Göteborg, Sweden

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in

Design and Function ............................................................................. 7

The service information is intended to apply in general

Bus Instrument Cluster (BIC)

In addition, there is a general description of the Multiplex

Instrumentation, component placement

702 Combined instrument

1. Combination instrument with a tachograph

2. Combination instrument with a speedometer

LX Connector block connection LX1–22 (corresponds to 31–52 on adapter 9998699)

LY Connector block connection LY1–30 (corresponds to 1–30 on adapter 99989699)

RX Connector block connection RX1–30 (corresponds to 1–30 on adapter 9998699)

CX Connector connecting CX1–5

CY Connector connecting CY1 – 30

LxBxH 490 x 210 x 100 mm

IP classification 54 (Mounted on board, does

Operating temperature —40 — +85

Storage temperature —40 — +85 (whole unit)

Connector block 5 JAE connectors with VTC

Instrument connectors, pin locations Tv: LY, RX and

Tachograph connectors, pin locations

Data links 1 SAE J1708, 9.6 kbit/s

Design and Function

HDI High Digital Input

LDI Low Digital Input

GDI General Digital Input (HDI/LDI,

HDO High Digital Output

HTDI High Digital Input True

LTDI Low Digital Input True

HLDI High Low Digital Input

Limits, % of Ubat HDI LDI HDO LDO HTDI LTDI HLDI

DI H = Digital signal with high activation.

DI L = Digital signal with low activation.

• Preselected information, where the driver via various

• Automatically activated information, which is shown

The information that is available for the driver appears

Boost pressure gauge

Coolant temperature gauge, engine

The LED in the bottom right-hand corner will come on

Oil pressure gauge, engine

The LED in the bottom right-hand corner will come on

Fuel level gauge

The LED in the bottom right-hand corner will come on

Air pressure gauge, front brake circuit

Air pressure gauge, driving axle brake circuit

Air pressure gauge, intermediate axle brake circuit

The list will be updated with service bulletins as new

Instrument control unit

ED Transmission fluid, temperature (For automatic gearbox only) On/Off