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PowertrainP060600

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Control Module Processor

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

  1. Engine control module fault
  2. Power or ground connection problem
  3. Low battery or charging voltage
  4. Wiring short or open circuit
  5. 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

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP060600Control Module Processor BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP060600is set when 1) writing/reading error inside of ECM occur. 2) error of APS 2 ground checking which is repeated every 0.2 sec. or 3) the voltage of sensor power supply 1 and 2 (the standard voltage of A/D converter) are below 4.7V or above 5.1V. This code is due to ECM internal failure BrandPowertrain
PorscheP060600No description available Powertrain
SsangYongP060600ECU error: interior circuit error BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP060600Internal control module: processor fault BrandPowertrain

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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