OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2634 Fuel Pump B Control Circuit High

Voltage on the second fuel pump control line is above the expected window. Typical causes are a short to battery or an open motor winding.

Is it safe to drive with P2634?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyControl wire shorted to B+
  • PossibleOpen motor winding
  • Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Hard start, no start, or stalling under load
  • Power loss especially at high load or rpm
  • Possible long cranking time

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.8–3.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Fuel Pump B, Wiring Harness

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.