OBD Guide

U0262

Lost Communication With Audio Amplifier B

Severity
Low
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • No sound from the audio system
  • Incorrect operation of the audio amplifier
  • Error message on display
  • Intermittent audio system operation
  • Lack of communication with the amplifier during diagnostics

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the CAN bus wiring
  • Poor contact in audio amplifier connectors
  • Audio amplifier unit B malfunction
  • Amplifier power problems
  • Contact corrosion in electrical connections

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus wiring to the amplifier
  2. Inspect and clean the contacts of the amplifier connectors
  3. Check the supply voltage at the amplifier terminals
  4. Test the operation of the audio amplifier
  5. Replace the faulty amplifier unit if necessary

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