Code result
P0DEF
Pedestrian Alert Control Module Circuit High
Moderate severity
What it means
The pedestrian alert (AVAS - Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System) control module reports a circuit high condition. Acoustic warning at low speed for pedestrians may be impaired.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Wire shorted to B+
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Open module input
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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