OBD Guide

P26E4

Starter Relay B Circuit

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$3–17 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine won't start
  • Clicking sound when trying to start
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Intermittent starting problems

Causes

  • Faulty starter relay B
  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Poor connection in connectors
  • Faulty engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check starter relay B
  2. Check the integrity of the relay circuit
  3. Check connections and connectors
  4. Check power and ground circuit
  5. Engine control unit diagnostics

Related codes

Error P26E4 by Vehicle Brand