Check Engine Code
P0480
Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit
What P0480 means
Cooling fan relay or fan motor control circuit issue. Important to fix — a non-running fan in traffic can overheat the engine.
Symptoms
- Check engine light
- Engine overheating in stop-and-go traffic
- AC performance issues at idle
- Cooling fan never runs (or runs constantly)
Likely causes (most common first)
- Failed cooling fan relay
- Failed fan motor
- Damaged wiring (often near harsh engine bay heat)
- Failed ECM driver
Can I keep driving?
High — risk of damage if ignored
Typical repair cost
DIY fixes can start near $40 (parts only). Shop repairs for P0480 typically run up to $600 depending on the underlying cause and vehicle. Start with the most common cause — Failed cooling fan relay — before throwing parts at it.
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