OBD Guide

P2AF2

Starter Relay C Control Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine won't start
  • Clicking sound when trying to start
  • Uneven starter operation
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Open starter relay control circuit
  • Faulty starter relay
  • Problems with the engine control unit
  • Short circuit in the circuit
  • Oxidized relay contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the starter relay control circuit
  2. Check the functionality of the starter relay
  3. Inspect relay contacts and connectors
  4. Check fuses associated with the starting system
  5. Scan the engine control module for other errors

Related codes

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