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P3488 Powertrain

Cylinder 11 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit High

Cylinder 11 exhaust valve control voltage above expected range — short to power or open ground. The exhaust control valve modulates exhaust backpressure or routing (EGR feed, sound, regen support); a malfunction shifts torque mapping and may trigger limp mode.

Affected components

  • Cyl11 exhaust valve actuator
  • Actuator wiring

Common causes

  • High likelihood: Wiring shorted to battery
  • Low likelihood: Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
  • Low likelihood: Supply wire pinched against B+ source

Diagnostic notes

  • The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
  • This code can affect emissions

Related codes

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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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