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ChassisC0610

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open

13 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: ABS: anti-lock braking, which stops the wheels locking · Stability control: helps stop the car skidding · Wheel speed sensor: measures how fast each wheel turns · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

1What it means in plain English

A chassis system has a fault, usually ABS, traction control or stability control, but some makes use this range for airbags, electric power steering or park brakes.

2Common causes

  1. Faulty wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged sensor ring or wiring
  3. Faulty ABS module
  4. Low brake fluid
  5. Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
DaewooC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
EOBDC0610Steuerstromkreis rechter Parkbremsaktor/offen BrandChassis
GMC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
HoldenC0610Right Rear Acceleration Sensor Circuit BrandChassis
Land RoverC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open - Open Circuit BrandChassis
OpelC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
PeugeotC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
RenaultC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
SaabC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
MG (SAIC)C0610Leakage to GND on squib BrandChassis
SuzukiC0610Right Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit/Open SAEChassis
ToyotaC0610Right park brake actuator control circuit/open BrandChassis

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 11

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C0610 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC061000The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061004The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is an internal fault. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061009The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is a component fault. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC06100AThe actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061011The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is a short circuit to ground. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061012The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is a short circuit to positive. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061013The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is an open circuit. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061014The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. There is a short circuit to ground or an open circuit. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061019The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. The limit value for current has been exceeded. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061071The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. The actuator is blocked. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC061077The actuator motor of the right parking brake has an electrical fault or an open circuit. The commanded position cannot be reached. BrandChassis

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