Code result
P26DB
Engine Sound Control A Circuit / Open
Moderate severity
What it means
The active engine sound generator A (Active Sound Design or AVAS — Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System for EV/hybrid) cannot be driven. EV pedestrian warning sound or sport-mode engine sound is missing.
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
Open output stage in the sound amplifier
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Broken control wire to amplifier
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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