Powertrain
generic / SAE
P06A1
Variable A/C Compressor Control Circuit Low
Same as P06A0 with the control line shorted to ground. 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.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number6 / A1
Possible causes
- Control line shorted to ground high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Harness chafing through insulation low
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Possible limp mode or no-start
- Multiple follow-up faults across modules
- Reset/relearn may be needed after repair
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 120–600 €
- Estimated time: 0.6–2.5 h
- Component: variable ac compressor
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012