OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2CAF Charge Air Cooler Coolant Pump B Control Circuit High

Charge air cooler coolant pump B reports a control circuit high condition. CAC coolant loop circulation is impaired.

Is it safe to drive with P2CAF?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

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

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1–5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Cac Coolant Pump B, Wiring Harness, Ecm

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