C060C code meaning
Left Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit Low
What C060C means
C060C indicates that a drive line of the left parking brake motor is pulled toward ground. Typical reasons are a motor lead chafed against the body or axle, water standing in the caliper connector, or a shorted motor. The motor is reversed through an H-bridge, and protected bridge drivers such as TI's DRV8873-Q1 treat a grounded output as overcurrent and cut that half-bridge within microseconds. Both public cases on this hardware point at the wiring: Hyundai's 2023 bulletin for left-side motor short/open (its own code C2416) replaces the Ioniq connector extension, and GM's PIT5662A traces park brake messages to resistance in the rear circuits. No maker publishes C060C. The left motor is not driven, so secure the car in Park or in gear.
C060C at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of C060C
- Park brake warning lamp and service message
- Left rear brake does not apply or release
- Fuse for the park brake motor may blow
Common causes of C060C
- Most likelyMotor lead chafed and shorted to the body or axle
- PossibleWater and corrosion in the left caliper connector
- PossibleInternally shorted actuator motor
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Left epb actuatorEpb control module
What each part of C060C means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 0C | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C060C and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about C060C
What does C060C mean?
C060C means "Left Park Brake Actuator Control Circuit Low". C060C indicates that a drive line of the left parking brake motor is pulled toward ground. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C060C?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C060C the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C060C fail an emissions test?
C060C is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is C060C to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C060C clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.