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P0494 Powertrain

Fan 1 Underspeed

Cooling fan 1 is rotating slower than commanded. The ECU sees the tachometer feedback below the expected window for the requested duty cycle - usually a worn fan motor, a high-resistance harness or feed, or a partially seized impeller.

Affected components

  • Cooling fan 1
  • Fan motor 1
  • Fan speed sensor 1

Common causes

  • High likelihood: Fan 1 motor worn or brushes degraded
  • Medium likelihood: High contact resistance in feed
  • Low likelihood: Fan impeller seized or blocked

Diagnostic notes

  • The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate

Sources

Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.

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