PowertrainP0610
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Control Module Vehicle Options Error
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · 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?
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 32
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Chrysler | P0610 | ECU vehicle options mismatch Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0610 | Configuration Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0610 | Styrmodul fordonsalternativ fel Brand | Powertrain |
| Fiat | P0610 | ECU Vehicle options mismatch Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0610 | Electronic Control Unit Hardware Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0610 | ECU Vehicle Options Mismatch Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0610 | ECU coding error Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0610 | ECU coding error Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0610 | Centralina opzioni veicolo scorrette Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0610 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0610 | Configuration Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0610 | Engine control unit incorrectly coded; No signal/communication 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.
5Extended variant codes 12
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0610 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P061000 | ECU (implausible variant coding) Brand | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P061000 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061044 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P061044 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061045 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P061045 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061046 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061056 | Control Module Vehicle Options Error - Invalid / Incompatible Configuration Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061086 | The coding of the control unit is incorrect. Signal Invalid Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P061087 | The coding of the control unit is incorrect. Missing Message Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0610FE | Variant signals are not in the defined range so an invalid variant dataset is received over network Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0610FF | The coding of the control unit is incorrect. Brand | Powertrain |
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