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Guide · Updated October 23, 2026

Volvo keys and the CEM

Volvo puts the key data in the central electronic module. That's why a Volvo key takes longer than most.

Short answer
  • P2 (XC90 2003–2014, S60 2001–2009, V70, XC70 to 2007): CEM read.
  • P3 (S60 2011–2018, XC60 2010–2017, XC70 2008–2016): CEM read.
  • SPA (XC90 2016 on, XC60 2018 on, S90, V90): newer platform, more steps.
  • Start-only or full remote key on older cars.

Start-only vs remote

On older Volvos you can get a key that starts the car and opens with the blade, or a full remote key. We quote both.

Remote buttons stopped

Try a new battery. If the car starts but the buttons don't work, the remote side needs re-pairing.

Written by Key Monkey, European car key specialist in Marietta, GA. Updated October 23, 2026.

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Why do Volvo keys take longer?

The CEM is read first.

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