E006
Siemens Vehicle Detection / Proximity Circuit Fault

Display shows E006; charger does not recognize that a vehicle is connected even though the plug is inserted.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Broken proximity pilot (PP) wire in tethered cable, Faulty PP resistor in Type 2 connector, Loose PP terminal on main control board, Damaged vehicle inlet not pulling PP line correctly

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker before inspecting internal wiring or replacing the cable.

  • Check connector fit: Ensure the Type 2 plug is fully inserted and latched into the vehicle. A partially inserted plug can prevent proper PP detection.
  • Inspect cable strain relief: At the wallbox, check that the cable gland is tight and that the cable has not been pulled or twisted excessively, which can break internal conductors.
  • Continuity test (advanced): With the unit isolated, a technician can test continuity of the PP conductor from the control board terminal to the plug pin using a multimeter.
  • Try another vehicle/cable: If the charger has a socket, test with a different cable. If the error disappears, the original cable’s PP resistor network is likely faulty.

Persistent E006 with known-good cables and vehicles indicates a likely fault on the main control board’s PP detection circuit, requiring professional service.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Tethered Charging Cable Assembly or Type 2 Socket
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