The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
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C0620 Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control Circuit/Open
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What C0620 means
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How to read C0620
Chassis: brakes, steering and suspension.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about C0620
What does C0620 mean?
Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control Circuit/Open. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Variable Effort Steering Lock/Safety Actuator Control circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
Is C0620 generic or manufacturer-specific?
C0620 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove C0620 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 C0620 is removable in your case.
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