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P1490 Subaru - Thermostat - malfunction

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Subaru. All interpretations of P1490

P · PowertrainThermal_managementOBD2

What P1490 means

P1490
Thermostat - malfunction Subaru · thermal_management Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Thermostat. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Thermostat
  • cooling system
  • engine coolant blower motor

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1490

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

490

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1490

What does P1490 mean?

Thermostat - malfunction. The control module detected improper operation of the Thermostat. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Is P1490 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1490 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Subaru. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1490 at file level?

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