P06A1 OBD-II: Variable A/C Compressor Control Circuit Low

P06A1 Severity

Moderate

Will P06A1 go away on its own?

Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.

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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P06A1?

The engine control module (PCM) controls the a/c compressor. When the PCM cannot control voltage to the a/c compressor, it will set code P06A1.

OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P06A1

OBD-II Code A/C may not operate is defined as a Variable A/C Compressor Control Circuit Low

The engine control module (PCM) controls the a/c compressor. When the PCM cannot control voltage to the a/c compressor, it will set code P06A1.

A/C may not operate Symptoms

A/C may not operate

Common Problems That Trigger the P06A1 Code

A/C compressor failure
A/C compressor relay failure
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
Wiring issue

Common Repairs Needed for the P06A1 Code

AC Compressor Replacement

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OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P06A1

OBD-II Code A/C may not operate is defined as a Variable A/C Compressor Control Circuit Low

The engine control module (PCM) controls the a/c compressor. When the PCM cannot control voltage to the a/c compressor, it will set code P06A1.

A/C may not operate Symptoms

A/C may not operate

Common Problems That Trigger the P06A1 Code

A/C compressor failure
A/C compressor relay failure
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
Wiring issue

Common Repairs Needed for the P06A1 Code

AC Compressor Replacement

P06A1 OBD-II: Variable A/C Compressor Control Circuit Low

Will P06A1 go away on its own?

What causes OBD-II fault code P06A1?

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A/C may not operate Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P06A1 Code

Common Repairs Needed for the P06A1 Code

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A/C may not operate Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P06A1 Code

Common Repairs Needed for the P06A1 Code