Code result
P26F8
Coolant Pump C Stuck/Stalled
Moderate severity
What it means
The third coolant pump is commanded on but the rotor does not turn. Sediment, frozen coolant, or a foreign object jams the impeller.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Impeller jammed by sediment or debris
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Pump motor seized by bearing failure
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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