OBD Guide

P1489

High Speed Radiator Fan Control Relay Condition

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–28 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine overheating under load
  • Radiator fan does not turn on at high speed
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced cooling efficiency

Causes

  • Faulty fan relay
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Blown fuse
  • Problems with the engine control unit
  • Oxidation of contacts in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the fan circuit fuse
  2. Test the fan relay
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and contacts
  4. Diagnose the operation of the control unit
  5. Replace faulty components

Related codes

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