B0600Body · Doors, windows & seatsGeneric (SAE) code

B0600: Mirror Adjustment Driver Side Circuit

The driver side mirror adjustment circuit is malfunctioning. Mirror motor or position sensor fault.

Typical labor cost
$65–$315 est.
30 min–2.5 h at an assumed $125/hr · parts extra · use your rate
Most common fix
Mirror motor failed
DIY difficulty: Moderate · DIY-friendly
01 —What it means

What B0600 means

B0600 is a generic OBD-II body code in the doors, windows & seats group. In plain English: the computer found an electrical fault in that circuit: an open, short or bad connection, or a failed component.

B
Body
0
Generic (SAE)
6
Subsystem group
00
Specific fault
How to read B0600. We group it under Doors, windows & seats.
Check engine light
Usually off
Emissions-related
No
Limp mode possible
Not typical
Drive cycle to clear
Not required
Code data: OBDex (CC0)

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02 —Symptoms

Symptoms

What drivers typically notice
  • Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
  • Comfort or safety function impaired
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
03 —Causes

Common causes

Ranked from most to least likely
  1. 01Mirror motor failedMost likely
  2. 02Dirty mirror switch contactsPossible
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
04 —Severity

Can I drive with B0600?

Low

Generally yes.

This fault is unlikely to affect how the car drives. Fix it when convenient to restore the affected feature.

Why we rate it low

  • Does not normally turn on the check engine light

Severity is our rule-based rating from the code’s flags in OBDex and the system it affects, not an inspection of your car. If the check engine light is flashing, or you notice overheating, low oil pressure, or brake or steering problems, stop driving and get help.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
05 —Diagnosis

How to diagnose B0600

General procedure — follow the service manual for your vehicle
  1. 1

    Confirm the code and save freeze-frame data

    Read the codes with an OBD-II scan tool and note every code, not just B0600. Save the freeze-frame data (speed, load, temperature when the fault set) before clearing anything; it tells you when the fault happens.

  2. 2

    Fix other faults first

    If other codes are stored, start with power-supply, sensor-circuit and communication codes. They can cause this code as a side effect.

  3. 3

    Test the circuit

    Inspect the wiring and connector at the driver mirror motor and door module for damage, corrosion or chafing. With a multimeter, check supply voltage, ground and signal against the specifications in the service manual for your vehicle.

  4. 4

    Test the likely causes in order

    Start with the most likely cause and work down: Mirror motor failed; dirty mirror switch contacts. Test before replacing parts.

  5. 5

    Check for recalls and service bulletins

    Look up recalls for your exact vehicle with its VIN, and ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs). Manufacturers sometimes issue software updates or extended warranties for known faults.

  6. 6

    Clear the code and verify the repair

    After the repair, clear the code and drive the car under the conditions in the freeze-frame data to confirm it does not return.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
06 —Cost

B0600 repair cost estimate

Labor only — set your local shop rate
Labor estimate for B0600
$65–$315
30 min–2.5 h of labor × $125/hr (assumed rate) · parts extra

Estimate, not a quote. Labor times are typical ranges for this code from OBDex, and $125/hr is an assumed rate. Shop rates and labor times vary by vehicle and region. Diagnosis time may be billed separately.

DIY difficulty
Moderate
Good DIY job?
Yes, with a scan tool

Needs a scan tool and some experience with testing.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
07 —Components

Parts and systems involved

  • Driver mirror motor
  • Door module
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
09 —FAQ

B0600 FAQ

What does B0600 mean?

B0600 means “Mirror Adjustment Driver Side Circuit”. The driver side mirror adjustment circuit is malfunctioning. Mirror motor or position sensor fault.

Is B0600 serious? Can I keep driving?

We rate B0600 as low severity. Generally yes. This fault is unlikely to affect how the car drives. Fix it when convenient to restore the affected feature.

What causes B0600?

The most common causes, from most to least likely: Mirror motor failed; Dirty mirror switch contacts. Test before replacing parts, because several causes can set the same code.

How much does it cost to fix B0600?

Typical labor is about $65–$315 at an assumed $125/hour shop rate, plus parts. That is an estimate, not a quote: labor times and rates vary by vehicle and region, and diagnosis may be billed separately.

Can I fix B0600 myself?

DIY difficulty is moderate. Many owners can handle it with a scan tool, a multimeter and basic hand tools. Always confirm the cause before buying parts.

Will B0600 clear itself?

If the fault was intermittent, the warning may go off once the computer stops seeing it, but the code stays in memory. Fix the cause; clearing the code alone doesn’t repair anything.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)