Chevrolet P148A: Cooling Fan Signal Circuit Performance

Is your scanner showing Chevrolet P148A?
No worries. We'll show you what it means and how to deal with it.

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Chevrolet P148A: Cooling Fan Signal Circuit Performance

OVERVIEW
Severity
:
Medium
DIY Difficulty Level
:
Intermediate
Repair Cost
:
$100-$300
Can I Still Drive?
:
Yes (Short-term only)

What Does The Chevrolet P148A Code Mean?

This DTC indicates that the PWM fan duty cycle request from engine control module (Hardwire) is not within 30% of the requested engine cooling fan speed sent to the hybrid/EV powertrain control module 2 via serial data.

Conditions for setting the DTC:

  • The 12 V battery voltage is greater than or equal to 9 V.
  • The propulsion system is active. T
  • he cooling fans are enabled for more than 10 seconds.
  • None of the following DTCs are set: P148B, or P148C.

OR

  • The 12 V battery voltage is greater than or equal to 9 V.
  • The propulsion system is inactive.
  • The energy storage system thermal condition request is ActiveCool.
  • The cooling fans are enabled for more than 10 seconds.
  • None of the following DTCs are set: P148B, or P148C.

Recommended Parts

Below are some recommended auto parts to help you address the trouble code affecting your vehicle and get it running smoothly again:

>>> WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit
>>> KAIWEETS Digital Multimeter

Note: During the purchasing process, please check carefully whether the part you want to buy fits your car!

Reference Sources

Chevrolet Volt Hybrid DTC – OBDG01 HYBRID Diagnostics Document, page 437.

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