Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2017 Ford C-Max Energi TitaniumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Cooling System DTCS
DTC INDEX
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P0125 | Insufficient Coolant Temp For Closed Loop Fuel Control | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| P0217 | Engine Coolant Overtemperature Condition | Diagnose all other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) first. If no other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| P0128 | Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| P0480 | Fan 1 Control Circuit | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (HYBRID) . |
| P0481 | Fan 2 Control Circuit | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (HYBRID) . |
| P1285 | Cylinder Head Overtemperature Condition | Diagnose all other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) first. If no other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| P1299 | Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active | Diagnose all other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) first. If no other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| P2600 | Coolant Pump "A" Control Circuit/Open | REFER to: Auxiliary Climate Control . |
| P2601 | Coolant Pump "A" Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off | REFER to: Auxiliary Climate Control . |
| P2602 | Coolant Pump "A" Control Circuit Low | REFER to: Auxiliary Climate Control . |
| P2603 | Coolant Pump "A" Control Circuit High | REFER to: Auxiliary Climate Control . |
| P2682 | Engine Coolant Bypass Valve "A" Control Circuit Low | REFER to: Climate Control System . |
| P2683 | Engine Coolant Bypass Valve "A" Control Circuit High | REFER to: Climate Control System . |
| P26AB | Engine Coolant Bypass Valve "A" Stuck/Open | REFER to: Climate Control System . |
| P26CA | Engine Coolant Pump Control Circuit Open | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| P26CB | Engine Coolant Pump Performance/Stuck Off | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT the PCM self-test. If DTC P26CB is retrieved again, INSTALL a new electric coolant pump. REFER to: Coolant Pump . |
| P26CE | Engine Coolant Pump Overspeed | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). CHECK for low coolant level in degas bottle. If coolant is low, GO to Pinpoint Test A If the coolant is not low, there may be an air bubble in the system. Perform cooling system filling and bleeding. REFER to: Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding . CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT the PCM self-test. If DTC P26CE is retrieved again, INSTALL a new electric coolant pump. REFER to: Coolant Pump . |
| P26D0 | Engine Coolant Pump Control Module System Voltage Low | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| P26D1 | Engine Coolant Pump Control Module System Voltage High | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| P26D2 | Engine Coolant Pump Control Module Overtemperature | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT the PCM self-test. If DTC P26D2 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new electric coolant pump. REFER to: Coolant Pump . |
| P26D3 | Engine Coolant Pump Supply Voltage Circuit | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| U019F | Lost Communication With Engine Coolant Pump Control Module | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| All Other PCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) | - | REFER to: ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE (PHEV) . |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
