P2AF5

Starter Relay C Stuck On

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

The starter continues to operate after the engine starts
Relay clicks after turning off the engine
Low battery
Difficulty starting the engine
Starter overheating

Causes

Faulty starter relay
Short circuit in relay control circuit
Mechanical sticking of relay contacts
Wiring harness damage
Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction

How to Fix

Check the condition of the starter relay
Check relay control circuit for short circuit
Measure the resistance of the relay contacts
Check the condition of the wiring harness
If necessary, replace the starter relay

Related codes

P2AF4 P2AF6 P0615