P2060 code meaning
Reductant Injection Air Pump Control Circuit Low
Powertrain system Generic code P20xx codes Check engine light
What P2060 means
P2060 means the control line of the injection air pump or air valve is held at too low a level: when the output tries to switch it on, the voltage collapses because the wire or the load is connected to ground. Deutz defines exactly this on its EMR L1 controller as P2060-00, a high-side short to ground on output SPN 5796, which drives the air pump or valve. The driver protects itself, so the valve stays closed and atomizing air never reaches the dosing nozzle. Look for wires rubbed through on the frame or the engine block, a water-filled connector or a coil with a short to its housing. An open circuit of the same output is P2059, a short to battery P2061. DEF dosing is blocked until the short is removed.
P2060 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P2060
- Emission warning lamp on
- DEF dosing blocked
- Possible blown fuse in the air valve supply
Common causes of P2060
- Most likelyControl wire chafed through to ground
- PossibleValve or pump coil shorted to its housing
- Less likelyWater in the connector bridging to ground
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Reductant air pump
What each part of P2060 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 0 | Area: fuel and air metering and auxiliary emission controls. |
| 60 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2060 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 P2060
What does P2060 mean?
P2060 means "Reductant Injection Air Pump Control Circuit Low". P2060 means the control line of the injection air pump or air valve is held at too low a level: when the output tries to switch it on, the voltage collapses because the wire or the load is connected to ground. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2060?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P2060 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P2060 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P2060 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P2060 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P2060 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.