PowertrainP261C
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
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 27
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Daihatsu | P261C | Engine electric water pump system Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P261C | Kylvattenpump 'B' styrkrets låg Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P261C | Engine Coolant Pump Control Circuit Low Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Opel | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Perodua | P261C | Engine electric water pump system Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P261C | Coolant Pump B Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Saab | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P261C | Coolant Pump 'B' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P261C | Coolant pump 'B' control circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P261C | Coolant pump 2: short to GND; Defective Brand | Powertrain |
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.
5Extended variant codes 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P261C and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P261C00 | Die Ansteuerung der Kühlmittelpumpe 2 hat Kurzschluss nach Masse. Brand | Powertrain |
| SsangYong | P261C00 | Electric Water Pump (EWP) Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) control circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
6Related codes
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