By iCarsoft Official Store Technical Team, Automotive Diagnostics Editors · Updated September 1, 2026 · OEM technical references checked
Quick Answer
The P060E code means the controller detected an internal control-module performance or coherency problem involving throttle-position information. It does not prove the throttle position sensor alone is defective, a throttle body needs replacement, or the module should be programmed without diagnosis. Save the complete scan and operating conditions, identify the exact architecture, and test accessible mechanical and electrical paths before selecting a repair.
1What Does the P060E Code Mean?
P060E is standardized as Internal Control Module Throttle Position Performance. The description names a monitored result, not a guaranteed failed part. The reporting controller, suffix, current/pending/permanent status and related faults decide which test branch is relevant.
Electronic throttle systems compare pedal requests, redundant throttle-position signals, actuator commands, brake/stop inputs and internal processor results. The exact P060E subfailure can be an internal electronic suffix or a coherency check. Read every companion code and calibration identifier.
Graph redundant throttle-position, pedal, command, battery and brake-switch information only when the exact ECU exposes those PIDs and the procedure permits operation. A displayed value comes from the controller and may be substituted, filtered or unavailable. Confirm units and signal source before comparing it with a physical measurement.
FCA Bulletin 18-035-15 REV. B describes P060E as a level-2 TPS coherency check and adds failure-record capture on specified vehicles. It supports saving evidence and checking calibration but does not authorize universal module replacement or reflashing.
Separate P060E from adjacent fault families
| Code | General description | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|
| P060E | Internal control module throttle position performance | Internal/coherency performance classification. |
| P060D | Internal control module accelerator pedal position performance | Related pedal-position internal monitor. |
| P0120 | Throttle/pedal position sensor A circuit | External sensor-circuit family, not automatically P060E. |
| P2135 | Throttle position sensor A/B correlation | Redundant-signal correlation monitor with its own test tree. |
Record the complete P060E description. Manufacturer suffixes, the module that stored it and companion faults can materially change the diagnostic path.
2P060E Symptoms and Likely Causes
P060E symptoms depend on whether the fault is active and on the vehicle’s fallback strategy. Record what the driver and modules actually reported. A symptom list is not a parts list, and the absence of a symptom does not make the stored evidence irrelevant.
The controller may limit throttle to protect against an implausible state.
Pedal input and actual throttle may not agree, but data must be interpreted with companion codes.
A coherency fault can accompany unstable operation; air, power and wiring faults still need separation.
A weak supply, jump start, module replacement or calibration history can change the diagnostic path.
Practical cause-checking order
- Accessible connection: weak battery support, voltage drop or poor controller grounds affecting self-tests.
- Circuit or shared path: throttle/pedal or brake-input wiring, connectors and redundant signals that fail correlation checks.
- Supporting system: a throttle body or pedal component only when its external test branch fails.
- Named component: incorrect module configuration, outdated applicable calibration or interrupted programming history.
- Controller or software: internal controller failure after supplies, inputs, outputs and current OEM information pass.
Did P060E appear after recent work? Recheck every disturbed connector, ground, bracket, fluid, adjustment, part number and setup step related to the controller throttle-position coherency monitor. Record battery disconnection, jump starting and software history. A post-repair code does not prove that the newly installed component is defective.
3How Serious Is P060E, and Can You Drive?
Arrange diagnosis promptly. When the warning is steady, operation remains normal and the owner’s manual permits it, a short light-load trip to a repair facility may be reasonable. Avoid demanding use until the controller throttle-position coherency monitor is understood. P060E does not provide a universally safe distance.
Tell the repairer exactly when the symptom occurred, including temperature, load, speed, start state and recent service. Do not deliberately reproduce a severe symptom on public roads merely to collect data. Stop sooner when another warning or a safety-related change appears.
Stop and arrange a tow if throttle response is unpredictable, the engine accelerates without command, stalls repeatedly, cannot maintain a safe speed, or a serious brake, charging, temperature, oil-pressure or flashing-MIL warning appears
Electronic throttle plates can move unexpectedly. Keep fingers and tools out of the bore, use stable battery support for programming, and never command the actuator with an object blocking it. Follow high-voltage precautions on hybrid vehicles.
4How to Diagnose P060E in the Right Order
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Save the complete fault record
Scan all accessible modules before clearing anything. Save P060E wording, suffix, reporting module, status, freeze frame and companion codes. Record supply voltage and the relevant available data for the controller throttle-position coherency monitor. Note the failure order, recent repairs and whether a restart changes the behavior. Keep the original report for later comparison.
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Identify the VIN-specific monitor and architecture
Use the VIN, engine, transmission and equipment codes to obtain the current wiring diagram, connector views, monitor description and bulletins.
Electronic throttle systems compare pedal requests, redundant throttle-position signals, actuator commands, brake/stop inputs and internal processor results. The exact P060E subfailure can be an internal electronic suffix or a coherency check. Read every companion code and calibration identifier. Confirm software identifiers and service-action eligibility directly; a bulletin for one application does not establish coverage for another.
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Inspect the accessible physical path
Follow the safety procedure, then inspect the connectors, locks, seals, terminals, clips and harness routing for the controller throttle-position coherency monitor. Look for heat, abrasion, fluid entry, corrosion, tension and unsuitable prior repairs. Check the supporting mechanical or fluid path named in the service information. Photograph evidence before correcting it.
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Prove circuits and physical conditions
Use a stable battery maintainer, high-impedance multimeter, scope, breakout leads and manufacturer-approved programming equipment only when an applicable procedure requires it as the procedure requires. Prove feeds and grounds under the specified load, then test signal or control integrity at the correct states. Isolate components before resistance tests. Never bridge a controller pin to battery or ground, and do not substitute a continuity beep for a load or waveform test.
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Compare supported command and response
Graph redundant throttle-position, pedal, command, battery and brake-switch information only when the exact ECU exposes those PIDs and the procedure permits operation. Compare scan evidence with the external measurement and companion faults. A command does not prove physical movement, pressure, current or torque. A missing PID or active test is a coverage limitation, not evidence that the vehicle component failed. Stop any test if operation becomes unsafe.
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Choose the supported repair and setup
Repair the path that failed its test, then correct the reason for damage and restore routing or adjustment. Confirm part application, required fluid or fasteners, programming authority and any relearn before replacement. Treat a controller as a late branch after its powers, grounds, inputs, outputs and current service information have passed.
Specifications are vehicle-specific. There is no universal voltage, resistance, current, pressure, waveform, timing, temperature, percentage or drive cycle for P060E. Test state, connector location and system design change what a valid value means. Use only specifications for the exact VIN and do not transfer the OEM example in this article to another application.
5P060E Repairs and Typical Costs
The correct P060E repair follows the failed test. A terminal repair, restored supply, corrected fluid/mechanical condition, proven component replacement, software action or controller work are different outcomes. Replace neither the named part nor a large assembly from the generic code alone.
After installation, recheck connector seating, harness clearance and every setup step. If an OEM bulletin appears relevant, document the vehicle eligibility, installed calibration and prescribed action. The existence of the bulletin in the references does not promise warranty, free repair or a software cure for other vehicles.
| Possible path | Current US estimate |
|---|---|
| Initial diagnosis and evidence capture | VIN-specific quote |
| Confirmed connector, wiring, supply or ground repair | VIN-specific quote |
| Proven sensor, switch, actuator or mechanical repair | VIN-specific quote |
| Applicable software, setup or controller work | VIN-specific quote |
There is no single national P060E repair price because these rows are alternative outcomes. Ask for an itemized estimate showing diagnostic time, parts, labor, fluids, programming access and verification. Location, taxes, related damage and warranty eligibility change the total. Do not add the rows together or authorize an assembly without the supporting failed test.
6Using iCarsoft CR Ultra P for P060E
On a supported vehicle, iCarsoft CR Ultra P can retrieve accessible module faults, save available freeze frame, display ECU-provided live data and create a diagnostic report. For P060E, preserve the original evidence and compare related modules before clearing an erasable record.
Preserve the controller throttle-position coherency monitor evidence
iCarsoft CR Ultra P
Review supported codes and relevant live data together. Confirm the exact VIN, controller access, PIDs and any requested active test with iCarsoft before purchase; generic product capabilities do not guarantee a P060E-specific function.
Check current CR Ultra P price and availabilityCheck CR Ultra P compatibility by VINThe official product page describes full-system diagnosis and bidirectional functions, but the exact controller throttle-position coherency monitor data or output test depends on vehicle, ECU and software. Follow OEM prerequisites and stop for abnormal operation. A coding or J2534 feature does not itself supply the manufacturer file, subscription, authorization or procedure for an OEM bulletin.
Know the measurement boundary. The scanner reports information supplied by the vehicle. It does not directly prove terminal tension, circuit load capacity or the physical condition of the controller throttle-position coherency monitor. It also cannot replace a stable battery maintainer, high-impedance multimeter, scope, breakout leads and manufacturer-approved programming equipment only when an applicable procedure requires it when the OEM procedure requires them. Interpret commanded and reported values alongside measured evidence.
7Verify the P060E Repair
After repair, verify connector locks, terminal seating, harness clearance, fluid or mechanical setup, and stable controller supply. Save post-repair findings, then clear only erasable records through the approved procedure after retaining the original evidence. Battery disconnection is not a substitute for correcting P060E.
Run the manufacturer’s applicable verification conditions in a safe workshop or route. Compare the original operating state with current data for the controller throttle-position coherency monitor, and check current and pending faults in related modules. One clean start or idle period does not prove that every conditional monitor has completed.
If P060E returns, compare its suffix, status, failure order and operating conditions with the saved baseline before replacing another part. Revisit the failed branch and inspect anything disturbed. Keep mechanical repair, monitor completion, readiness and local inspection eligibility as separate outcomes.
A permanent P060E can remain immediately after a successful repair. If the vehicle stores it as a permanent DTC, a scan tool or battery disconnect cannot erase it. Once current and pending faults are absent, the OBD system removes the permanent record only after the applicable monitor reruns and passes.
8Related Internal Control Module Throttle Position Performance Code Guides
9P060E Frequently Asked Questions
Does P060E mean the controller throttle-position coherency monitor component is bad?
No. P060E describes an internal control-module performance or coherency problem involving throttle-position information, not a confirmed part. Test accessible wiring, supplies, grounds and supporting mechanical conditions, then follow the exact monitor tree. Replace a component only when its branch fails or an applicable OEM action specifically supports it.
What should I check first for P060E?
Save every module’s codes and freeze frame before clearing. Confirm the full definition, suffix and VIN architecture. Then inspect recent work, connectors and shared supplies. Those low-cost facts determine whether the next test needs a stable battery maintainer, high-impedance multimeter, scope, breakout leads and manufacturer-approved programming equipment only when an applicable procedure requires it or a manufacturer-specific functional procedure.
Can I drive with the P060E code?
Only consider a short light-load trip when operation is normal and the owner’s manual permits it. Stop if throttle response is unpredictable, the engine accelerates without command, stalls repeatedly, cannot maintain a safe speed, or a serious brake, charging, temperature, oil-pressure or flashing-MIL warning appears. The code number cannot establish a safe mileage allowance, and another warning can make the situation more urgent.
Why did P060E return after a part was replaced?
The original circuit or supporting-system fault may remain, the part or setup may be wrong, or the first diagnosis may have confused a monitored result with a failed component. Compare the new failure conditions with the saved record and recheck every disturbed connection before buying another part.
How much does a P060E repair cost?
A VIN-specific estimate is required because diagnosis may lead to wiring, a supporting mechanical repair, a verified component, software or a controller. Ask which failed test supports the quote and whether diagnosis, taxes, setup and post-repair verification are included.
Can CR Ultra P diagnose and clear P060E?
On a supported vehicle, CR Ultra P can organize available faults, freeze frame, live data and reports, and can clear erasable records after repair. Confirm exact ECU coverage. It cannot force-clear a permanent DTC or replace physical circuit and controller throttle-position coherency monitor measurements.
The iCarsoft Official Store Technical Team maintains the store's fault-code library. This guide organizes published manufacturer evidence and verified product information; it does not document a hands-on test of a particular vehicle or claim an individual engineer's review.
Technical and cost references
- Snap-on Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) List. Current generic terminology cross-check for P060E; OEM suffix and service information take priority.
- FCA Bulletin 18-035-15 REV. B. Describes P060E as a level-2 throttle-position-sensor coherency check on listed Challenger/Charger applications.
- California Bureau of Automotive Repair — On-Board Diagnostic Test Reference. Permanent DTCs are removed by the vehicle after applicable verification, not by a scan-tool erase command.
Product information: Official iCarsoft CR Ultra P page.
Editorial note: This educational guide supports diagnostic planning and does not replace the current service manual, safety instructions, or professional diagnosis for your VIN. Source information was checked September 1, 2026. Apply only the procedures and specifications for the exact vehicle; product functions depend on vehicle, ECU, software, and access requirements.
