Code result

P2C37

Cold Start Engine Coolant Pump Performance

High severity

What it means

During cold start, the engine coolant pump does not produce the expected flow. Pump aging combined with high cold viscosity, or pump-disable strategy malfunction.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Pump output degraded with age

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Cold coolant viscosity too high

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

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