As I mentioned in my prior posts, I suspected a connection between a low pressure tire warning and my keys not unlocking the car's doors.

When I set proper pressure on all 4 tires and took a short - 1/4 mile ride - the tire pressure warning went off and my keys started unlocking the doors.

I discussed this with my son-in-law, a Subaru tech he told me that in Subies, the same computer runs the door locks and the tire monitoring system.

This makes some sense because both are wireless.

No one at Lovering Volvo or Volvo of North America had any information on this matter.

V of NA does not discuss technical items, but the rep told me to ask the service manager to call their tech line.

If I find out anything, I'll let the Board know.

If this is a "feature" it should at least allow you do unlock the liftgate or trunk in sedans for access to the spare!

This TPS / Door Locks thing does trigger a recollection of something I've read in the owners manual. Or maybe not. It's been a while.

Erwin
2008 V70, 71,000 and loving it. (except for the sunroof drains)

Thanks for the suggestion Erwin. It is probably time for me to read the owner's manual again!

Even though the doors won't unlock with the key, the emergency key works fine.