OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0482 Cooling Fan 3 Control Circuit Malfunction
Electrical fault detected in the third cooling fan control circuit. With one stage of cooling lost, engine and A/C condenser cooling capacity is reduced, particularly at low vehicle speeds.
Is it safe to drive with P0482?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyFan relay failed
- PossibleFan motor failed
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Cooling Fan, Fan Relay, Fan Wiring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.