What usually causes it
- A damaged wire or a loose, rusty plug on the network line
- A weak battery or low voltage
- Another computer in the car that failed
- The engine computer itself
P0600Starts at: Get it checked this week
Engine computer cannot talk to other computers
The engine computer found a problem with the communication line it uses to talk to the other computers in the car.
Check this first
Check that the battery cables are tight and clean. A weak battery can upset the computers.
What to watch for
- Many warning lights on at once
- The engine stalls or will not start
- The car goes into a low power mode
Can I keep driving?
We rate P0600 as Get it checked this week. It is not an emergency yet, but it can get worse. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.
Quick answers about P0600
What does P0600 mean?
Engine computer cannot talk to other computers. The engine computer found a problem with the communication line it uses to talk to the other computers in the car.
Can I keep driving with P0600?
We rate P0600 as Get it checked this week. It is not an emergency yet, but it can get worse. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.
What usually causes P0600?
The most common causes, in order: A damaged wire or a loose, rusty plug on the network line; A weak battery or low voltage; Another computer in the car that failed; The engine computer itself.
Estimates only. A mechanic should confirm. The same code can mean slightly different things on different cars; the app explains it for your exact year, make, model and mileage.