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Volvo C106057

C106057 appears after replacing a SOD unit, also replace the SOD on opposite side according to VIDA instructions. Warranty claim info: To get warranty claim accepted for a job desc

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ServiceContact a Volvo retailer or qualified Volvo service provider. The verified service communication requires use of VIDA instructions for the specified repair path.
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Quick answer

For applicable Volvo vehicles, if DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacement of a SOD unit, Volvo’s TJ 35907.1.0 directs replacement of the SOD unit on the opposite side according to VIDA instructions.

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1. What does C106057 mean?

For applicable Volvo vehicles, if DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacement of a SOD unit, Volvo’s TJ 35907.1.0 directs replacement of the SOD unit on the opposite side according to VIDA instructions.

2. Technical explanation

Verified evidence identifies this as a Volvo service communication condition involving SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 following replacement of a SOD unit. The communication instructs technicians to also replace the SOD on the opposite side, following VIDA instructions. The supplied evidence does not establish a component-level electrical fault mechanism beyond that service direction.

3. What system is affected?

SOD-related system. The supplied evidence uses the designations SODL and SODR, but does not define the acronym or system function.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • DTC SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 may appear after a SOD unit has been replaced.

6. Possible causes

  • The verified communication specifically addresses the appearance of this DTC after replacement of a SOD unit.
  • Any further root cause is not yet established by verified evidence.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

9. What you can safely do

  • Arrange diagnosis or repair through a Volvo retailer or qualified technician using VIDA instructions.
  • Provide the exact DTC designation, SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057, and disclose whether a SOD unit was recently replaced.
  • Do not attempt component replacement based solely on this page.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm whether the stored code is SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057.
  2. Confirm whether a SOD unit was replaced before the code appeared.
  3. Follow the applicable VIDA instructions. The verified communication directs replacement of the SOD unit on the opposite side when this condition occurs after replacement of a SOD unit.

11. When to contact service

Contact a Volvo retailer or qualified Volvo service provider. The verified service communication requires use of VIDA instructions for the specified repair path.

12. What the service center may check

  • Verify the DTC designation and whether it appeared after replacement of a SOD unit.
  • Use VIDA instructions to determine and perform the required opposite-side SOD replacement.
  • For warranty processing, the communication states that VST data and the applicable CSC must be used. It lists VST operation 36004-2, Software control module downloading, and references operation 36708-2; the supplied evidence does not include the description for 36708-2.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • For SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appearing after replacement of a SOD unit, replace the SOD on the opposite side according to VIDA instructions.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • Volvo Technical Journal TJ 35907.1.0-2021, published March 31, 2021, NHTSA manufacturer communication MC-10190815-9999. It states that if SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 appears after replacing a SOD unit, the SOD on the opposite side is also to be replaced according to VIDA instructions.

16. Recall information

  • No recall is established by the supplied verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Official source: NHTSA manufacturer communication PDF MC-10190815-9999, Volvo TJ 35907.1.0-2021: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10190815-9999.pdf

19. Frequently asked questions

What does Volvo DTC C106057 indicate in this service communication?

The supplied evidence addresses SODL-C106057 or SODR-C106057 that appears after replacement of a SOD unit. It does not provide a further technical definition of the code.

What repair does Volvo direct for this condition?

Replace the SOD unit on the opposite side according to VIDA instructions.

Which vehicles are covered by the supplied applicability evidence?

US-market 2019–2021 Volvo S60, S90, V60, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles.

Is it safe to drive or charge with C106057?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

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