P26F2

Starter Relay B Stuck On

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$6–22 (est.)

Symptoms

The starter continues to operate after the engine starts
Clicking sound from engine compartment
Battery drains quickly
Difficulty starting the engine
Hot starter after a trip

Causes

Stuck starter relay B
Short circuit in relay control circuit
Engine control unit malfunction
Damaged wiring or corroded contacts
Mechanical damage to the relay

How to Fix

Check the condition of starter relay B
Check relay control circuit for short circuit
Check the voltage at the relay terminals
Replace faulty relay
Check the operation of the engine control unit

Related codes

P26F0 P26F1 P26F3