I have a 2008 hhr 2.2 it quit on me and will not crank over unless I remove the 26 relay pwr/trn it constantly clicks as well had it scanned and came back with 8 codes. Just wondering does anyone know what that relay is for or have any suggestions on how to fix?

 

 

Relay 26 is a 4-pin, and could be installed backwards. On my 09, it looks upside down, so to speak, viewed from the front of the vehicle.

 

 

1. the engine stopped while driving down the road
2. it would not turn over
3. you pulled the #26 relay and it did turn over and start
4. you replaced the relay and now no turn over
5. you pulled 8 codes but didn't think they were important

Correct?

 

What are the codes? No one here are mind readers.

 

Absolutely no noises I was driving when it happened it doesn't start at all. 8 codes came up bcm IPC pps rcdlr sir tdm vcim pscn. Relay 26 is constantly clicking doesn't crank over when in remove and car cranks over but has no spark replaced relay.

 

Code numbers NOT descriptions of those codes.

 

 

It makes sense that those modules would not have power if the pwr trn relay was not connecting. If the relay is clicking then it is either bad or the trigger signal is not right.
Relay #26 feeds Fuses #33, #41 and ignition #45. The signal comes from the ECM, power comes from the large red wire on the side of the fuse box ( that connection has been known to loosen/corrode).

Has the ignition switch recall been done? https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/gm-r...-status-50716/