OBD Guide

P26AE

Engine Coolant Bypass Valve B Control Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Engine overheating
  • Reduced cooling system efficiency

Causes

  • Short circuit to power in the control circuit
  • Coolant Bypass Valve B Malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the ECU
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check control circuit for short circuit
  2. Test Coolant Bypass Valve B
  3. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage
  4. Check the operation of the computer
  5. Replace faulty components

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