C0096

4WD/AWD Rear Differential Unit Actuator A Data

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine Light Is On
Unstable operation of the all-wheel drive system
Reduced torque transmission efficiency

Causes

Open or shorted wiring harness
Actuator solenoid malfunction
Mechanical wear of the differential drive
Problems with the 4WD/AWD control unit

How to Fix

Check wiring harness for damage
Test actuator solenoid resistance
Check the mechanical condition of the differential drive
Scan 4WD/AWD control unit for additional errors

Related codes

C0097 C0098 C0099