DTC code
P0481
Fan 2 Control Circuit
Technical guide
Symptoms
- Second fan not working properly
- check engine light
Probable causes
- Cooling fan 2 relay control circuit fault
- relay or wiring fault
Diagnostic steps
- Test relay.
- Check wiring.
- Replace relay.
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