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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P1481 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 8 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainThermal_managementOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1481
Cooling Fan Speed Signal Lost Chevrolet · thermal_management Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Cooling Fan Speed Signal Lost circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1481
EATX RPM Pulse Performance Condition Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the EATX RPM Pulse Performance Condition circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Ford

1 interpretation
P1481
Fan Secondary Low Eith High Fans On Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fan Secondary Low Eith High Fans On circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1481
Leak detection pump - heater circuit Land Rover · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Leak detection pump - heater circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • pump heater

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1481
Cooling fan - circuit malfunction Mazda · thermal_management Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Cooling fan circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • cooling fan relay(s)
  • cooling fan(s)
  • ECM

Mercedes-Benz

1 interpretation
P1481
Glow Plug Failure Mercedes-Benz · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Glow Plug circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mercedes-Benz.

Opel

1 interpretation
P1481
Engine coolant blower motor relay 1 - malfunction Opel · climate_control Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Engine coolant blower motor relay 1. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1481
Engine coolant blower motor relay - signal low Volvo · climate_control Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Engine coolant blower motor relay signal stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • engine coolant blower motor relay

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1481

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

481

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1481

What does P1481 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Cooling Fan Speed Signal Lost circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1481 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1481 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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