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2015 VOLVO XC60
3.2L I6•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•B6324S
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P0975moderate severityPowertrain

Shift Solenoid B Control Circuit Range/Performance

on 2015 Volvo XC60 3.2L I6 · AWD

What this code means

The PCM detected that the shift solenoid B control circuit is not responding as expected. This usually points to a wiring or solenoid problem affecting shifting.

Symptoms

  • Harsh or delayed shifts
  • Transmission stuck in gear
  • Check engine light on

Common causes

  • Faulty shift solenoid B
  • Damaged or corroded wiring
  • Poor electrical connection
  • Failed PCM/TCM driver

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan and record freeze frame data
  2. Inspect solenoid connector and wiring
  3. Measure solenoid resistance and compare to spec
  4. Test control circuit for voltage/ground
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