TCM-010B - Shift solenoid S5. Signal missing
System
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
15 modelsC30 (2007–2013), C70 (2006–2013), C70 Cabriolet (1998–2005), C70 Coupé (1998–2002), S40 (1996–2004), S40 (2004–2013), S60 (2001–2009), S70 (1997–2000), S80 (1999–2006), V40 (1996–2004), V50 (2004–2013), V70 (1997–2000), V70 (2000–2008), V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007), XC90 (2003–)
Show models by year and engine (27)
- Volvo C30 (2007–2013)2007–2013Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo C70 (2006–2013)2006–2013Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo C70 Cabriolet (1998–2005)2000–2005Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo C70 Coupé (1998–2002)2000–2002Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S40 (1996–2004)2001–2004
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2004, 2011–2012Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S40 (2004–2013)2005–2010Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2001–2002
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2003All transmissions except: M58
- Volvo S60 (2001–2009)2004–2009Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S70 (1997–2000)2000Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S80 (1999–2006)1999–2000Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo S80 (1999–2006)2001–2006Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V40 (1996–2004)2001–2004
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2004, 2011–2012Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V50 (2004–2013)2005–2010Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V70 (1997–2000)2000Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2000–2002
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2003All transmissions except: M58
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2004–2007Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V70 (2000–2008)2008Transmission AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2001–2002
- Volvo V70 XC / XC70 (2001–2007)2003–2007Transmission AW50/51 AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2003All transmissions except: 4T65 AWD
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2004–2007Transmission AW50/51 AWD, AW55-50/51SN only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2008–2014Transmission AW50/51 AWD only
- Volvo XC90 (2003–)2015
What does this fault code mean?
The transmission control module (TCM) has registered that the signal in the circuit to shift solenoid S5 is missing. The solenoid is one of those that control gear changes in the automatic gearbox, and when the signal is interrupted the control module cannot operate it correctly. The control module tests the circuit by applying a small control current, so the fault can be set even when the solenoid is not active.
Possible causes
- Contact resistance in the connectors to the solenoid or the control module
- Open circuit in the signal wiring to the solenoid
- Signal wiring short-circuited to supply voltage
- Defective solenoid
- Internal fault inside the TCM
What you can do
- 1Read and note the code, clear it and road test the car to see whether it returns
- 2Check that the wiring and connectors from the gearbox are not loose, corroded or chafed
- 3If you have a diagnostic tool: activate solenoid S5 and check that its status changes between off and on
- 4If the status does not change, the fault is permanent and a workshop should check the connectors on the gearbox and the solenoid
- 5If the status changes, the fault has been present before but is not active at the moment; clear the code and road test to follow up
- 6With a diagnostic tool, read the transmission fluid temperature on a road test; odd readings may point to a faulty oil temperature sensor
Symptoms you may notice5
- The orange general warning lamp is lit
- The malfunction indicator lamp is lit
- Gear changes are harsh or do not occur at all
- The lock-up function does not work
- The automatic transmission warning lamp flashes
What the fault can affect1
- The control module emergency program Emergency mode I is activated
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.