The control module detected that the signal in the Cylinder 12 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control circuit stayed below the expected operating range.
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P3491 Cylinder 12 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit Low
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What P3491 means
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How to read P3491
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P3491
What does P3491 mean?
Cylinder 12 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit Low. The control module detected that the signal in the Cylinder 12 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control circuit stayed below the expected operating range.
Is P3491 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P3491 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P3491 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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