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PowertrainP1FC5

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

FC Coolant Electric Water Pump Malfunction (System Shut Off)

11 brands affected · Description from Honda data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP1FC5No description available Powertrain
EOBDP1FC5Battericelleytelse BrandPowertrain
GMP1FC5No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1FC5Hybrid/EV Battery Interface Control Module 7 5V Reference Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP1FC5FC Coolant Electric Water Pump Malfunction (System Shut Off) BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1FC5Cell battery performance BrandPowertrain
OpelP1FC5No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1FC5No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1FC5Cell battery performance BrandPowertrain
SaabP1FC5No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1FC5The temperature sensor in onboard charging socket is failure BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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