AutoCodes – Generic – P1026

P1026 Code - Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive

Quick Answer

P1026 indicates Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive. Common causes include Faulty intake manifold air control solenoid, Intake manifold air control solenoid harness is open or shorted, Intake manifold air control solenoid circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P1026 indicates Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty intake manifold air control solenoid, Intake manifold air control solenoid harness is open or shorted, Intake manifold air control solenoid circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 15,110

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Apr 05, 2019

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Code P1026 Description

OBDII Code P1026 - Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive - AutoCodes.com — P1026 Code - Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1026?

Faulty intake manifold air control solenoid
Intake manifold air control solenoid harness is open or shorted
Intake manifold air control solenoid circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1026?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1026 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Makes

P1026 Audi — Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive
P1026 Dodge — Power Latch Not Set
P1026 Honda — Valve Pause System Sticking On
P1026 Volkswagen — Intake Manifold Air Control Solenoid Short To Positive
P1026 Volvo — Throttle Body Internal Fault

About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.