What does code P26B6 mean?

Q: What does code P26B6 mean?

Fuel Shutoff Valve B Control Circuit Stuck On. P26B6 indicates that the powertrain control module has detected a fault in the control circuit for fuel shutoff valve B, specifically that the circuit is stuck in the energized or 'on' state when it should be off. The computer monitors the circuit and sets this code when the commanded state does not match the actual state, often due to a short to voltage or a failed valve.

DTC codes / P26xx · Computer and output circuits / P26B6

P26B6Fuel Shutoff Valve B Control Circuit Stuck On

P26B6 indicates that the powertrain control module has detected a fault in the control circuit for fuel shutoff valve B, specifically that the circuit is stuck in the energized or 'on' state when it should be off. The computer monitors the circuit and sets this code when the commanded state does not match the actual state, often due to a short to voltage or a failed valve.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaComputer and output circuits

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.