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31341542 A new parking brake control unit might require a software download (using a VIDA subscription) to make it actually work. That's going to be difficult for a diyer in your part of the world.
Thanks, I’m just buying the part to give to a garage for them to update the software and fit it.
Though a Volvo dealer parts dept said that 31341542 wasn’t the right part ?
I found that for sale on the internet and checked.
He wouldn’t tell me the right on though !
Last edited by V70Questions; Jan 21, 2026 at 01:29 PM.
The handbrake stuck on about a week ago for a bit, with a warning light saying “Handbrake service needed”.
I tried it and could drive off; I parked it on the flat and didn’t put the handbrake on - in case it stuck on again.
The garage couldn’t fix it so disconnected the handbrake and there’s a loud beep when I drive.
The garage says a new handbrake control module is needed but didn’t give me a code.
A Volvo main dealer quoted me £330 for a new module; I’ve seen a 31341542 unit on eBay for £18 !
I can see a unit on the left hand side but can’t see a code.