P0480
Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit Malfunction
Generic code
Auxiliary Emissions Control
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0480 means
- The fault code P0480 indicates that there is a problem with the control circuit for cooling fan 1. This may result in overheating of the engine or damage to other components.
Possible symptoms
- Overheating of the engine
- Illuminated check engine light
- Air conditioning may not work properly
- Engine may run hotter than normal
Possible causes
- Faulty cooling fan motor
- Failed cooling fan relay
- Damaged or corroded wiring or connections in the cooling fan circuit
- Failed engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Cooling Fan: Radiator fan. Problems lead to engine overheating
Possible solutions
- Replace the cooling fan motor
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections in the cooling fan circuit
- Replace the cooling fan relay
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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