The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Pump for 4WD Motor Wire circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.
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P1821 Hyundai - Pump for 4WD Motor Wire Short to Battery
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Hyundai. All interpretations of P1821
What P1821 means
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How to read P1821
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1821
What does P1821 mean?
Pump for 4WD Motor Wire Short to Battery. The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Pump for 4WD Motor Wire circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.
Is P1821 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1821 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Hyundai. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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