Gearbox jolt

Tineca · Apr 14th, 2022, 19:09

Hi. I have a 2012 xc60 d5 r design with 93k. It drives perfect but occasionally it jolts when you select drive. It's fine in the gears when driving and also no jolt in reverse. It doesn't do it all the time just occasionally. I was wondering if it needed a software download. Thanks all

Phil Croxley · Apr 14th, 2022, 19:21

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Originally Posted by jed dunne

Hi. I have a 2012 xc60 d5 r design with 93k. It drives perfect but occasionally it jolts when you select drive. It's fine in the gears when driving and also no jolt in reverse. It doesn't do it all the time just occasionally. I was wondering if it needed a software download. Thanks all

I'd be interested to hear what others may say as mine does it as well, but not often, mine is just coming up to 38k

The Thong · Apr 14th, 2022, 19:33

Have your motors got the latest software versions from Volvo?

Have a read of this

https://hortoncars.co.uk/volvo-news/...and-solutions/

TT

Tineca · Apr 14th, 2022, 19:46

Hi not sure, do you book it in at main dealer? Any idea of cost? Thanks

The Thong · Apr 14th, 2022, 21:34

If you’ve had your car dealer serviced the software updates will have already been done. If not, call em up and ask them. Harsh shifting can be caused by several issues like software, oil, valve body but generally a reset and software upgrade is usually the opening gambit.

TT

Tannaton · Apr 15th, 2022, 07:46

I had this issue on a 2015 car and there is a software update specifically for this issue - in my case it worked 100%.

Whilst the software of key systems is updated at every main dealer full service, when checked the TCM (transmission control module) had never been updated on my car despite having 5 such services.

Some members on here have overcome a intermittent issue by forcing the gearbox to re-adapt by selecting drive, moving forward a few feet, select N then R, move back a few feet, repeat 30 odd times. This sounds fanciful I know but there is logic to say it’s worth a try and it costs nothing.

If the car has more than 70k on it, or you do a lot of towing, I would get the transmission oil changed as well.

Bonefishblues · Apr 15th, 2022, 08:42

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Originally Posted by Tannaton

If the car has more than 70k on it, or you do a lot of towing, I would get the transmission oil changed as well.

Absolutely.

Phil Croxley · Apr 21st, 2022, 18:43

[QUOTE=The Thong;2819024]Have your motors got the latest software versions from Volvo?

Have a read of this

https://hortoncars.co.uk/volvo-news/...and-solutions/

An interesting read, thanks. I've only experienced it a couple of times so I'll keep an eye on it, although I've driven a lot lately and not noticed anything unusual.

Easington · Apr 22nd, 2022, 07:37

My V40 CC used to do it if you changed from N into D when it was hot.

A software update and multiple oil drop / refills almost cured it to the point it was barely noticeable

Pointer7 · Apr 22nd, 2022, 16:10

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Originally Posted by Bonefishblues

Absolutely.

Second this, had mine done at 60k, made a massive difference

Apr 14th, 2022, 19:09	#1
Tineca Member Last Online: May 1st, 2024 19:53 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Appleby	Gearbox jolt Hi. I have a 2012 xc60 d5 r design with 93k. It drives perfect but occasionally it jolts when you select drive. It's fine in the gears when driving and also no jolt in reverse. It doesn't do it all the time just occasionally. I was wondering if it needed a software download. Thanks all

Apr 14th, 2022, 19:33	#3
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:00 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	Have your motors got the latest software versions from Volvo? Have a read of this https://hortoncars.co.uk/volvo-news/...and-solutions/ TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

Apr 14th, 2022, 21:34	#5
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:00 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	If you’ve had your car dealer serviced the software updates will have already been done. If not, call em up and ask them. Harsh shifting can be caused by several issues like software, oil, valve body but generally a reset and software upgrade is usually the opening gambit. TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

Apr 15th, 2022, 07:46	#6
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Yesterday 14:59 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	I had this issue on a 2015 car and there is a software update specifically for this issue - in my case it worked 100%. Whilst the software of key systems is updated at every main dealer full service, when checked the TCM (transmission control module) had never been updated on my car despite having 5 such services. Some members on here have overcome a intermittent issue by forcing the gearbox to re-adapt by selecting drive, moving forward a few feet, select N then R, move back a few feet, repeat 30 odd times. This sounds fanciful I know but there is logic to say it’s worth a try and it costs nothing. If the car has more than 70k on it, or you do a lot of towing, I would get the transmission oil changed as well. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135 Last edited by Tannaton; Apr 15th, 2022 at 07:48.

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Phil Croxley Senior Member Last Online: Today 07:27 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Worthing	[QUOTE=The Thong;2819024]Have your motors got the latest software versions from Volvo? Have a read of this https://hortoncars.co.uk/volvo-news/...and-solutions/ An interesting read, thanks. I've only experienced it a couple of times so I'll keep an eye on it, although I've driven a lot lately and not noticed anything unusual. __________________ 2011 XC60 SE Lux premium

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Tineca Member Last Online: May 1st, 2024 19:53 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Appleby	Hi not sure, do you book it in at main dealer? Any idea of cost? Thanks

Apr 22nd, 2022, 07:37	#9
Easington Master Member Last Online: Jul 28th, 2023 12:45 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lincolnshire	My V40 CC used to do it if you changed from N into D when it was hot. A software update and multiple oil drop / refills almost cured it to the point it was barely noticeable __________________ V60 Cross Country D4 (2.4 5 cylinder) AWD Lux Nav Geartronic 2016 - Electric Silver, Polestar Optimisation and Police Spec Dipstick

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