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P0970 fault code: what it means

P0970: AWD transfer (duty) solenoid circuit low in the CVT. AWD torque split control is affected; drivability gets worse.

Engine and gearbox (powertrain) · Costly if missed

Usual causes, most likely first

  1. transfer solenoid
  2. wiring short to ground
  3. valve body

P0970 by make

Subaru

AWD transfer (duty) solenoid circuit low in the CVT. AWD torque split control is affected; drivability gets worse.

Usual causes: transfer solenoid; wiring short to ground; valve body

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Before you clear it

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