P3448

Cylinder 6 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine idling
The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

VVT solenoid valve malfunction
Open or short circuit in control circuit
Wiring Harness Problems
Engine control unit malfunction
Mechanical problems with the VVT system

How to Fix

Check the condition of the VVT solenoid valve
Check the integrity of the control circuit and wiring harness
Check connections and contacts in the circuit
Scan the control unit for other errors
If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

P3446 P3447 P3449