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Volvo BLIS system service required

BLIS system service required

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeNot yet established by verified evidence.
ServiceService is appropriate when the message is displayed, particularly if BLIS does not work or if the message/DTC occurred after replacement of a Side Obstacle Detection control module.
Confidence90%

Quick answer

For certain 2019–2021 Volvo models in the US, “BLIS system service required” is a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) message addressed by Volvo technical journal TJ35907.1.0-2021 when DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacement of a side obstacle detection (SOD) unit.

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1. What does BLIS system service required mean?

For certain 2019–2021 Volvo models in the US, “BLIS system service required” is a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) message addressed by Volvo technical journal TJ35907.1.0-2021 when DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacement of a side obstacle detection (SOD) unit.

2. Technical explanation

BLIS means Blind Spot Information System. The verified Volvo/NHTSA communication identifies a specific scenario: after either the left or right Side Obstacle Detection (SOD) control module is replaced, DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 may be present and the Driver Information Module (DIM) may display “BLIS system service required.” The supplied evidence does not establish that every occurrence of this message has the same cause.

3. What system is affected?

Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), including the left and right Side Obstacle Detection control modules and the Driver Information Module display.

4. How serious is this code?

Unknown. The supplied verified evidence does not assign a severity level.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • The Driver Information Module may display: “BLIS system service required.”
  • The BLIS may not work; the related customer symptom code is XR: “Blind spot information system (BLIS)/Does not work.”

6. Possible causes

  • Verified specific scenario: SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacement of either Side Obstacle Detection control module.
  • Other causes are not yet established by verified evidence.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

9. What you can safely do

  • Arrange diagnosis by a Volvo service provider or suitably qualified technician.
  • Provide the exact display message and advise whether a left or right Side Obstacle Detection control module was recently replaced.
  • Do not rely on BLIS if it is reported as not working.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Check for DTC SODL-C106057 and SODR-C106057 using appropriate diagnostic equipment.
  2. If either DTC is present after replacement of a Side Obstacle Detection control module, follow Volvo Technical Journal TJ35907.1.0-2021 service instructions.
  3. Further troubleshooting steps are not included in the supplied verified evidence.

11. When to contact service

Service is appropriate when the message is displayed, particularly if BLIS does not work or if the message/DTC occurred after replacement of a Side Obstacle Detection control module.

12. What the service center may check

  • Confirm whether DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 is stored.
  • Confirm whether the left or right Side Obstacle Detection control module was replaced.
  • For the documented condition, follow Volvo Technical Journal TJ35907.1.0-2021.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • The supplied evidence directs technicians to follow the service instructions in Volvo Technical Journal TJ35907.1.0-2021 for the documented post-replacement DTC/message condition.
  • The specific repair procedure and final repair outcome are not included in the supplied evidence.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • Volvo Technical Journal TJ35907.1.0-2021, published March 31, 2021; NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10190815. It addresses SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 occurring after replacement of either Side Obstacle Detection control module together with the “BLIS system service required” message.

16. Recall information

  • No recall is established by the supplied verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Verified source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10190815, Volvo Technical Journal TJ35907.1.0-2021: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2020-2024.zip#nhtsa_id=10190815

19. Frequently asked questions

What does “BLIS system service required” mean?

It is a Driver Information Module message concerning the Blind Spot Information System. In the verified Volvo communication, it appears with DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 after replacement of a Side Obstacle Detection control module.

Which vehicles are covered by the supplied applicability evidence?

US-market 2019–2021 Volvo S60, S90, V60, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles.

Is it safe to drive or charge?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

Does this message mean the BLIS is unavailable?

The related customer symptom code describes BLIS as not working. The supplied evidence does not establish BLIS operating status for every occurrence of the message.

20. Sources & verification

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