U0160

Lost Communication With Audible Alert Control Module

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Car horns do not work
Check Engine Light Is On
No sound when opening doors
Disabling the alarm
The error is diagnosed by the scanner

Causes

Open or short circuit in wiring
Sound alarm module malfunction
Bad contacts in connectors
ECU software failure
Module power problems

How to Fix

Check the integrity of wires and connectors
Test the power supply and ground of the module
Carry out diagnostics of the sound alarm module
Reflash or replace the ECU if necessary
Repair only from an authorized dealer

Related codes

U0155 U0164 U0140