Code result
P0484
Cooling Fan Circuit Over Current
Moderate severity
What it means
The current draw of the cooling fan exceeds the permitted maximum. Caused by a seized or worn fan motor or wiring shorted to ground at high load.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Fan motor seized
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Wiring short under load
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Fan module fault
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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