P26C7

Exhaust Flow Control Valve A Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine operation at idle
Dips during acceleration

Causes

Short circuit in the control circuit to positive
Exhaust gas flow control valve malfunction
Broken or damaged wiring
Problems with the engine control unit
Corrosion of contacts or connectors

How to Fix

Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
Measure valve resistance
Check control circuit voltage
Replace the exhaust gas flow control valve if necessary
Reset the error and check the system

Related codes

P26C8 P26C6 P26C9