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C0616 Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Performance

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

C · ChassisSoftwareOBD2

What C0616 means

C0616
Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Performance Generic · software Data confidence 65%

The control module judged the Park Brake Control Module Control behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Symptoms

  • MIL illuminated
  • Symptoms depend on the affected internal function

Possible causes

  • Internal control module hardware fault
  • Control module supply voltage or ground fault
  • Software/coding fault after programming
  • In rare cases, interference from wiring faults

Recommended checks

  • Check control module power supplies and grounds first
  • Check battery condition and charging voltage
  • Verify software version and check OEM bulletins
  • Clear the code and retest under the original conditions
  • Only after supply-side checks, consider module assessment

Related and nearby codes

C06 range
C0600C0601C0602C0603C0604C0605C0606C0607C0608C0609C060AC060BC060CC060DC060EC060FC0610C0611

How to read C0616

C

Chassis: brakes, steering and suspension.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

616

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about C0616

What does C0616 mean?

Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Performance. The control module judged the Park Brake Control Module Control behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Is C0616 generic or manufacturer-specific?

C0616 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove C0616 at file level?

Not guaranteed. Powertrain (P) codes can be reliably disabled in the ECU calibration, but body, chassis and network codes depend on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether C0616 is removable in your case.

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