OBD Guide

P2B9C

Coolant Pump A Stuck/Stalled

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine overheating
  • Increase in coolant temperature
  • Insufficient interior heating
  • Check engine light is on
  • Reduced engine performance

Causes

  • Coolant pump stuck
  • Pump motor malfunction
  • Problems with wiring or connectors
  • Faulty relay or fuse
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses and pump relays
  2. Inspect the pump wiring and connectors
  3. Check the operation of the coolant pump
  4. Replace faulty coolant pump
  5. Check and update ECU software if necessary

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