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PowertrainP261F

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Coolant pump 'A' control circuit stuck on

12 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP261FAlternative Fuel. Vaporizer. (B Component.) Output Temperature Sensor BrandPowertrain
DaewooP261FNo description available Powertrain
DaihatsuP261FInverter water pump idling error BrandPowertrain
EOBDP261FCoolant pump 'A' control circuit stuck on BrandPowertrain
GMP261FNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP261FAuxiliary Coolant Pump Stuck On BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP261FCoolant Pump 'A' Control Circuit Stuck On BrandPowertrain
OpelP261FNo description available Powertrain
PeroduaP261FInverter water pump idling error BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP261FNo description available Powertrain
SaabP261FNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP261FCoolant pump 'A' control circuit stuck on 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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