What are the common causes of P061E?

A brake pedal position sensor that reads out of spec. Corroded or damaged wiring in the brake signal circuit. A misadjusted or sticking brake switch. A brake signal fault inside the control module.

Scan the brake pedal position sensor on live data. Inspect the brake switch and its connector. Check the brake signal wiring for corrosion or damage. Verify brake pedal adjustment. Reflash the control module if the sensor and wiring test good. Clear the code and retest.

P061E

Internal Control Module Brake Signal Performance

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

What it means

P061E means Internal Control Module Brake Signal Performance.

Where it lives

For P061E, the description names the module as the part involved.

Check these first

A brake pedal position sensor that reads out of spec
Corroded or damaged wiring in the brake signal circuit
A misadjusted or sticking brake switch
A brake signal fault inside the control module

What to do next

Scan the brake pedal position sensor on live data
Inspect the brake switch and its connector
Check the brake signal wiring for corrosion or damage
Verify brake pedal adjustment
Reflash the control module if the sensor and wiring test good
Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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