Code result

P3464

Cylinder 8 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit High

Moderate severity

What it means

The engine control module has detected a high voltage condition in the control circuit of the cylinder 8 exhaust valve deactivation solenoid. A short to voltage or open low-side path causes the driver to read above the expected range, disabling cylinder deactivation requests for cylinder 8.

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

  • Solenoid or wiring shorted to power

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Solenoid coil open

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

  • ECM driver failed

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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