Code result

C0606

Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Circuit Low

High severity

What it means

Steering wheel angle sensor signal voltage below expected range. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Signal wire shorted to ground

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

  • Harness chafing through insulation

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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