VOLVO
TCM-006C - Gear 5. Incorrect apply
System
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
4 modelsS60 (2001–2009), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (9)
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2006–2007Engine B5254T4, D5244T4, D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC, TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2008–2009Engine D5244T4, D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC only
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2006–2007Engine B5254T4, D5244T4, D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC, TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2008Engine D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC only
- Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2006–2007Engine D5244T4 only · Transmission TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2006–2007Engine D5244T4 only · Transmission TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2008–2010Engine D5244T4, D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2011Engine D5244T18, D5244T4, D5244T5 only · Transmission TF-80SC, TF-80SC AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2012All engines except: B5254T2, B6324S5 · All transmissions except: AW50/51 AWD
What does this fault code mean?
The transmission control module has checked the gear ratio against the speeds going into and out of the transmission. The ratio does not match gear 5, which the control module has selected, and is close to another gear instead. This means gear 5 has not engaged correctly.
Possible causes
- Poor contact, or a solenoid jammed in the OFF or ON position
- Mechanical faults in the transmission
What you can do
- 1Read off the fault code, clear it and make a short test drive to see whether it comes back
- 2Check the transmission oil quality and level; if it is low, look for leaks and top up with the correct oil. If the oil smells burnt, have a workshop change it
- 3Have a diagnostic tool? Compare the current gear in live data with what the car does in fifth; if they do not agree, that is where the fault shows
- 4Have a workshop check the solenoids and connectors; if no fault is found the transmission control system may need replacing
Symptoms you may notice4
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on
- General warning lamp on
- Abnormally slipping gear changes
- No gear changes
What the fault can affect1
- The transmission switches over to an auxiliary program
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.