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PowertrainP0C6D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Generator position sensor circuit 'B' intermittent/erratic

19 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 the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0C6DA/C System (Air Conditioning). Pressure. Value Too High BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
BYDP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
CheryP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0C6DGeneratorlägesgivarkrets 'B' intermittent/oregelbunden BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
GMP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0C6DNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0C6DNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0C6DNo description available Powertrain
SaabP0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0C6DGenerator Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0C6DGenerator position sensor circuit 'B' intermittent/erratic 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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