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S40 Terminal 30 Electrical Error

I'm having a weird electrical issue with my 2012 Volvo S40 diesel. I'm getting a 'Terminal 30 continuous plus interrupted' error. The car struggles to start, especially in the cold. I've checked the usual suspects – fuses seem okay. Could it be the starter motor on its way out, or perhaps a bad earth somewhere?

A 2012 Volvo S40 diesel was experiencing a 'Terminal 30 continuous plus interrupted' electrical error, leading to starting difficulties, especially in cold conditions. Initial checks of fuses showed no issues, prompting consideration of the starter motor or a bad earth as potential causes. However, it was suggested to perform a load test on the battery, as a defective or heavily discharged battery could cause such errors. After following this advice, it was confirmed that the battery was indeed the issue, and replacing it resolved the problem.

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Terminal 30 issue on a Volvo S40? That's power supply related. Have you load-tested the battery? A heavily discharged or defective battery can cause all sorts of spurious errors. Rule that out first before chasing more complex electrical gremlins. What's the mileage?

Mileage is at 149353 km. I haven't load tested it specifically, but the voltage seems normal. Could it still be the battery even with a decent voltage reading? Is there any way to confirm if the battery is heavily discharged?

Yes, voltage alone isn't a reliable indicator of battery health, especially under load. A load test will show its capacity. However, given the symptoms and the error code, combined with that mileage, I'd strongly suspect a battery issue. Consider taking it to a workshop; they can diagnose it properly.

Thanks for the advice! I took it to a shop as suggested and you were spot on - the battery was heavily discharged and defective. New battery installed and the problem is resolved. Repair cost 290€

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