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Diagnostic Trouble Code Routines: 60000

Diagnostic trouble code 60000


Fault symptom

Violent jerkiness may occur.


Cause of fault

- Watchdog malfunction.

- The diagnostic trouble code usually indicates a consequential fault and rarely an internal control module fault.


Diagnostic procedure




1 Check components

The diagnostic trouble code could be caused by defective spark plugs, a detective ignition discharge module or a defective crankshaft position sensor.

- Check the spark plugs and change them if necessary.

- Try fitting a replacement ignition discharge module.

Is the jerkiness still present?
YES Rectify the crankshaft position sensor, see "Diagnostic trouble codes 44360/24360". Then continue with point 2.
NO Continue with point 2.

2 Final check

- Clear the diagnostic trouble code.

- Implementation of driving cycle:
Drive the car at varying engine loads and rpm for 5 minutes.

- Evaluation of driving cycle:
Check whether the diagnostic trouble code recurs.

Does the diagnostic trouble code recur?
YES Continue with "Before Control Module Replacement". Service and Repair
NO The steps taken to rectify the fault were correct.