OBD Guide

P26D5

Engine Coolant Pump Supply Voltage Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Engine overheating
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Reduced engine performance
  • Coolant pump noise

Causes

  • Short circuit in coolant pump circuit
  • Faulty pump relay
  • Problems with wiring or harness
  • Coolant pump malfunction
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check the voltage in the coolant pump circuit
  2. Inspect the wiring and wiring harness for damage
  3. Check coolant pump relay
  4. Replace the coolant pump if necessary
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the engine control unit (ECU)

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