Volvo S40 2nd generation (2004–2012) — Key Programming Reference
- Difficulty
- hard
- Lishi / lockout
- HU101
Key fobs & transponder keys (2 variants)
| Key | Years | FCC ID | P/N | Chip | Freq | Battery | Blade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 433 MHz · KR55WK49259 | 2004-2012 EU / RoW / China (Changan Ford Mazda) / Malaysia / South Africa; in the USA and Canada from roughly MY2008 — the 433 MHz grant is dated 2006-11-07 and US suppliers list this fob from 2008, with the 315 MHz LTQVO315TX key (variant 1) covering the earlier NA cars | KR55WK49259 | 31300258 | Megamos ID48 (Crypto) | 433.92 MHz | CR2430 | HU101 |
| 315 MHz · LTQVO315TX | 2004–2012 NA (315 MHz US-spec; Delphi grant Jul 2003) | LTQVO315TX | 30772198 | Megamos ID48 (Crypto) | 315 MHz | CR2032 | HU101 |
Programming procedures
What the job needs
- Add a key: 1 existing working key required.
- All keys lost: no existing working key needed.
- PIN / security code: required — NASTF + Lonsdor + dealer.
- Online / server access: not required (offline programming).
- On-board (no tool) sequence: not available — Volvo S40 Volvo CEM ID48 requires professional tool + bench CEM EEPROM — no self-programming.
- On site: engine off · 12V+ battery support · Clear CEM DTCs.
- Bring: Photo ID + vehicle registration. VIN cross-check before start.
Tool coverage
Documented for this case on: Autel IM608 Pro II · Autel IM508S · Autel KM100 · Xhorse Key Tool Plus · Xhorse Key Tool Max Pro · Lonsdor K518 Pro / K519 · OBDSTAR X300 DP Plus · AutoProPad G2/G3 · Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro · Launch X431 IMMO Elite / IMMO Plus. Step-by-step menu paths for each tool are in the app.
Notes & cautions
- This chassis Volvo S40 uses Volvo CEM ID48 (2004-2012). Covered by Autel IM608 Pro II + IMKPA Volvo + bench CEM module, Lonsdor K518 USA + Volvo adapter, Xhorse VVDI Prog + Volvo CEM module, AVDI Volvo niche tool. CEM bench EEPROM dump common for AKL on older chassis.
- Volvo CEM is fragile — battery support 12V+ MANDATORY; CEM EEPROM corruption risk if voltage drops mid-write.
- Smart proximity or remote head key: ensure existing key fob battery is functional before starting.
- Verify chip before booking (this chassis facelift): Volvo CEM spans Megamos ID48 (pre-2010) → PCF7945 ID46 (2008-2014 CEM era) → HITAG-PRO ID49 (2014-2018) → HITAG-AES 8A (2018+). Mid-cycle Volvo S60/V70 chassis shipped with chip swap — confirm transponder ID from a working key with Lonsdor K518 reader before quoting.
- Tool kit context: Autel G-Box bench EEPROM (G-Box3) is the dominant Volvo CEM accessory. Xhorse VVDI Prog + Volvo CEM module also strong. Lonsdor LKE Smart Key Emulator for K518 simulated-key flow. APB112 simulator NOT applicable to Volvo CEM. XP400 PRO for CEM EEPROM fallback. IMKPA cloud token for newest Volvo VINs.
- All existing keys erased. Bring ALL replacement keys before starting — minimum 2.
- No manual AKL for Volvo S40 Volvo CEM ID48 — professional tool mandatory; CEM bench EEPROM typically needed.
- AKL via OBD rarely works on Volvo — plan bench CEM dump (Autel G-Box / VVDI Prog) and 60-90 min job time.
- Keep all existing/lost key fobs at least 10 metres from vehicle during AKL.
- AKL accessory needs: Autel G-Box bench EEPROM (G-Box3 for CEM) MANDATORY on most Volvo AKL jobs; Xhorse VVDI Prog + Volvo CEM module; Lonsdor LKE Smart Key Emulator. APB112 NOT applicable. XP400 PRO + IMKPA token for newest Volvo CEM with cloud-bound PIN.
Lockout
Door pick / decode: Lishi HU101 (CCW).
43 verified sources · Last verified: 2026-08-09
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