Kia P0606 ECM Processor Failure

Description

OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0606 Kia

ECM/PCM Processor

What does this mean?

OBD2 Code P0606 Kia definition:
This code is a fairly simple one. It basically means that the PCM/ECM (powertrain/engine control module) has detected an internal integrity fault in the PCM. When this code is activated it should store freeze-frame data that helps someone with an advanced code scanning tool to get information on exactly what was going on with the vehicle when the P0606 Kia code was triggered.

Symptoms

Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0606 Kia
Most likely the only symptom of a P0606 Kia DTC code is the illumination of the “Check Engine Light” a.k.a. MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp).

Causes

Possible causes of OBD code P0606 Kia
In all likelyhood the PCM / ECM has failed.

Possible Solutions

As a vehicle owner there is little you can do to fix this code. The most common fix for a P0606 Kia code is to replace the PCM, although in some cases re-flashing the PCM with updated software could possibly fix this. Be sure to check for TSB’s on your vehicle (Technical Service Bulletins). In all likelyhood the fix is to replace the PCM. This is generally not a “do-it-yourself” task, although in some cases it may be. We strongly recommend you have a qualified repair shop / technician do the work, one that has the capability to reprogram the new PCM. Installing the new PCM may involve using special tools to program the vehicle’s VIN (vehicle identification number) and/or anti-theft information (PATS, etc.). NOTE: This repair may be covered under the emissions warranty so be sure to check with your dealer as this may be covered beyond the bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranty period.

Related Codes

P0600 Kia P0601 Kia P0602 Kia P0603 Kia P0604 Kia P0605 Kia P0607 Kia P0608 Kia P0609 Kia P0610 Kia.

The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Kia:

2013 Kia Sorento,2013 Kia Provo Concept,2013 Kia Niro Concept,2013 Kia K9,2013 Kia Cross GT Concept,2013 Kia Ceed SW,2013 Kia Ceed,2013 Kia Carens,2013 Kia CUB Concept,2012 Kia Soul,2012 Kia Rio,2012 Kia Ray,2012 Kia Picanto,2012 Kia K2,2012 Kia Grand VQ-R,2011 Kia Sportage,2011 Kia Sorento,2011 Kia Pro Ceed,2011 Kia Optima Hybrid,2011 Kia Optima,2011 Kia Naimo Concept,2011 Kia KV7 Concept,2011 Kia GT Concept,2011 Kia Cadenza,2010 Kia Venga,2010 Kia Soul,2010 Kia Sorento,2010 Kia POP Concept,2010 Kia Forte Koup,2010 Kia Forte,2010 Kia Ceed SW,2010 Kia Ceed,2009 Kia VG Concept,2009 Kia Soul,2009 Kia Optima,2009 Kia No3 Concept,2009 Kia Magentis,2009 Kia Borrego,2008 Kia eco ceed Concept,2008 Kia Pro-cee-d,2008 Kia Picanto,2008 Kia KOUP Concept,2007 Kia cee-d,2007 Kia Rondo,2007 Kia Kue Concept,2007 Kia Carens,2006 Kia Sportage,2006 Kia Spectra

 

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