DTC P0606-29: Backup Boost Converter "A" Control CPU Signal Invalid [12/2024 - ]: Description

2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5, 4WDSECTION Description

The engine stop and start ECU can detect open circuits when signals such as the boost, standby request or overheating signal cannot be sent to the backup boost converter control IC from the stop and start control IC in the engine stop and start ECU.

If a CPU duty malfunction is detected, the engine stop and start ECU stores DTC P0606-29.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Warning Indicate DTC Output from Priority Note
P0606-29 Backup Boost Converter "A" Control CPU Signal Invalid The following condition continues for 1 second or more (2 trip detection logic):
  • CPU duty malfunction is detected.
  • Wire harness or connector
  • Engine stop and start ECU
Comes on Does not come on Stop and Start A SAE Code: P0606
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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