OBD Guide

P2CA1

Charge Air Cooler Coolant Pump Sense Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Engine overheating
  • Check engine light comes on
  • Unstable operation at idle

Causes

  • Intercooler cooling pump sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring
  • Pump relay problems
  • Malfunction of the cooling pump itself
  • Low coolant level

How to Fix

  1. Check coolant level
  2. Inspect wiring and connections for damage
  3. Check the functionality of the cooling pump
  4. Test the pump sensor and relay
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

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