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P1491 Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations)

6 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 5 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainClimate_controlOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1491
Engine coolant blower motor relay - circuit malfunction Chrysler · climate_control Data confidence 62%

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

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit/short circuit
  • engine coolant blower motor relay

Honda

1 interpretation
P1491
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system - valve lift insufficient Honda · emissions Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system - valve lift insufficient circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • EGR valve/position sensor
  • EGR solenoid
  • hose leak/blockage
  • ECM programming
  • ECM

Mercedes-Benz

1 interpretation
P1491
AIC system - pressure too high Mercedes-Benz · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the AIC system - pressure value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mercedes-Benz.

Possible causes

AIC control module trouble code(s) stored

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1491
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) - malfunction Subaru · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • hose blocked/leaking

VAG

2 interpretations
P1491
EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve 2 Open Circuit VAG · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve 2 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • EVAP canister purge valve
  • ECM
Applies to Audi
P1491
EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve 2 Open Circuit VAG · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve 2 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1491

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

491

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1491

What does P1491 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Engine coolant blower motor relay. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1491 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1491 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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