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PowertrainP06DE

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Engine oil pressure control circuit stuck on

12 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

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

Safety: This code relates to engine oil pressure or oil level. Low oil pressure can destroy the engine within minutes.

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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP06DENo description available Powertrain
DaewooP06DENo description available Powertrain
DFXKP06DEOil pressure signal too high BrandPowertrain
EOBDP06DEMotoroliedruk regelcircuit vast aan BrandPowertrain
GMP06DENo description available Powertrain
HoldenP06DEEngine Oil Pressure Control Solenoid Valve Stuck On BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP06DENo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP06DEEngine Oil Pressure Control Circuit Stuck On BrandPowertrain
OpelP06DENo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP06DENo description available Powertrain
SaabP06DENo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP06DEEngine oil pressure control circuit stuck on 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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