Code result
P260E
Particulate Filter Regeneration Lamp Control Circuit
Moderate severity
What it means
The DPF regeneration warning lamp circuit is faulty. The driver may not be alerted to a required highway run that supports passive regeneration.
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
Burnt-out indicator bulb
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Open or shorted wire to the cluster
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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