What are the common causes of P061B?

A failed throttle position, engine speed or load sensor. A wiring fault between the PCM and these sensors. Corrupted PCM software. An engine mechanical fault. A faulty PCM.

Scan for sensor and misfire codes. Compare the throttle, speed and load sensor readings on a scan tool. Inspect the sensor wiring and connectors. Check for an engine mechanical fault. Reflash or replace the PCM if the calculation stays wrong. Clear the code and retest.

P061B

Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance

System: Computer output circuits (P code)
Lamp: Check Engine Light
Category: Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls

What it means

P061B means Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance.

Where it lives

For P061B, the description names the module as the part involved.

Check these first

A failed throttle position, engine speed or load sensor
A wiring fault between the PCM and these sensors
Corrupted PCM software
An engine mechanical fault
A faulty PCM

What to do next

Scan for sensor and misfire codes
Compare the throttle, speed and load sensor readings on a scan tool
Inspect the sensor wiring and connectors
Check for an engine mechanical fault
Reflash or replace the PCM if the calculation stays wrong
Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.