OBD Guide

P026E

Charge Air Cooler Coolant Pump A Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Engine overheating
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable operation at idle

Causes

  • Intercooler coolant pump malfunction
  • Broken or damaged pump wiring harness
  • Faulty pump relay or fuse
  • Contamination or blockage of the intercooler cooling system
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses and pump relays
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check the performance of the coolant pump
  4. Clean or replace the pump if necessary
  5. Check the intercooler cooling system for blockages
  6. Scan the ECU for additional errors

Related codes

Error P026E by Vehicle Brand