U0606

Lost Communication With Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
The engine goes into emergency mode
Reduced engine power
Unstable operation at idle
Acceleration problems

Causes

Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Malfunction of the throttle/pedal position sensor
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Wiring Harness Problems
ECU malfunction

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation
Check sensor resistance
Replace faulty sensor
Scan the system for other errors

Related codes

U0607 U0121 U0100