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P2C48: Coolant Pump C Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off

Standardized SAE J2012 code · P2Cxx codes

What does P2C48 mean?

Coolant pump C is commanded on but does not respond as expected. Pump motor stuck, relay weld, or driver fault.

The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.

Common causes

  • High Pump motor mechanically stuck
  • Medium Output driver fault
  • Low Carbon or debris buildup preventing free movement

Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.

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