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P060A Internal Control Module Monitoring Processor Performance

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

Electronic throttle systems use three levels: level 1 runs the engine, level 2 recalculates key values independently on the same processor, and level 3 is a separate monitoring processor that quizzes the main one and can shut down the throttle outputs. P060A means this monitoring processor (level 3) or its cooperation with the main processor is faulty: the question-and-answer game fails, an operating system call ends with an unrecoverable error, or the self-test of the monitoring module fails (Ford diesel: 5 s). Ford sets it with the check engine and wrench lamps since generation 3 throttle systems (older generation 2 without the check engine light); GM Europe's 1.6 L turbo rates it type C with a service lamp and reduced power. GM North America does not use P060A. Nissan (Rogue 2021) and Ford (Explorer 2.3 2025) fixed it by reprogramming – often there are no driving symptoms at all.

Likely causes

Faulty module software (update available)
Unstable supply voltage or poor ground at the module (weak battery, voltage spikes)
Internal hardware defect (monitoring processor, memory)
Moisture or corrosion in the module or connector

Symptoms

  • Check engine light, at Ford also the wrench lamp
  • Reduced power or limp mode
  • Often no driving symptoms
  • Rarely stalling or starting problems

Repair estimate

DifficultyHardWorkshop job
Parts and labour€100–1,500
Time0.5–3 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

engine control modulecontrol module power supplycontrol module ground

Related codes

P060CP060BP0606P0607P0600P061B

References: law.cornell.edu, fordservicecontent.com, newtonnet.co.uk, fordservicecontent.com.