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1997 VOLVO 960

2.9L I6FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor469Torque2454Fluid6DTC626Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
B0097low severityBody

Rear Left Door Lock Circuit

on 1997 Volvo 960 2.9L I6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the rear left door lock actuator or circuit.

Symptoms

  • Rear left door lock not responding
  • Lock cycling but not engaging
  • Child lock issues
  • Remote lock not working for this door

Common causes

  • Faulty door lock actuator
  • Wiring damage in door harness
  • Door lock switch failure
  • BCM communication issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test actuator with direct power
  2. Check door harness wiring
  3. Test door lock switch
  4. Check BCM commands with scan tool

Repair notes

Replace door lock actuator or repair wiring in door harness.

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