PowertrainP060500

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

ECU AURIX DFLASH internal failure (ROM failure)

5 brands affected · Description from Mercedes-Benz data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine computer or one of its output circuits has a fault.

2Common causes

Engine control module fault
Power or ground connection problem
Low battery or charging voltage
Wiring short or open circuit
Software or memory fault

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

If the engine runs normally, drive carefully to a workshop for diagnosis. If it runs badly, stalls, or will not restart, have the car towed.

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 5

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P060500	ECU AURIX DFLASH internal failure (ROM failure) Brand	Powertrain
Hyundai	P060500	is set when data writing on EEPROM inside of ECM is impossible.This code is due to the failure of ECM Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P060500	No description available	Powertrain
SsangYong	P060500	Internal control module read only memory(ROM) error Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P060500	Internal control module: ROM error; Short to plus Brand	Powertrain

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.

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