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P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle Code - Cooling Fan 3 Control Circuit Malfunction

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- Repair Importance Level: 3/3
- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty fan control relay
  • Faulty cooling fan 3
  • Fan control relay harness is open or shorted
  • Fan control relay circuit poor electrical connection
  • Fan cooling fan harness is open or shorted
  • Fan cooling fan circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

When is the Code Detected?

The P0482 code is detected when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Engine overheating

Code P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle Description

Monitors the Medium Fan Control (MFC) primary circuit output from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The test fails, when the MFC output is commanded on (grounded) and excessive current draw is detected on the MFC circuit; or when the MFC circuit is commanded off and voltage is not detected on the MFC circuit (the PCM expects to detect IGN START/RUN voltage through the medium speed FC relay coil to the MFC circuit).

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P0482 2007 Ford Freestyle Code - Cooling Fan 3 Control Circuit Malfunction

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