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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO2003V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONMANUFACTURER CODE CHARTSTCM CODES (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE)TCM-012BDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INFORMATION
2003 Volvo V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244S
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
2003 Volvo V70 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SSECTION Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information
Condition
The driving section of the transmission is disengaged when certain conditions are met:
- Stationary
- Engine idling
- Stop pedal depressed
- Gear position D, 3 or 4.
The function decreases fuel consumption and vibration from the transmission when running the engine at idle speed.
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) TCM-012B is stored if the transmission control module (TCM) registers that clutch C1 does not engage.
Substitute value
- None.
Possible source
- Shift solenoid SLS has jammed in the OFF position
- Internal fault in the transmission
- Internal fault in the control module.
Fault symptom[s]
- General orange warning lamp lit
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.