Multi-code OBD2 diagnosis

Enter all the codes your scanner showed, not just the first one. We give you the overall severity, whether you can keep driving, the order in which to check them and how they relate to each other.

Summary

Overall severity
Medium
Can I keep driving?
Yes, but with caution
Estimated cost
$60 to $600
Codes analyzed
1 of 1

The order below is the recommended one: first the codes that can cause the others. After each repair, clear the codes and check which ones come back.

Order of inspection

  1. P0493 Fan Overspeed (Fan Clutch) Medium

    The P0493 code indicates that the fan is spinning faster than expected. On fans with a viscous clutch, it means the clutch is always engaged. It can affect cooling and fuel economy.

    Step-by-step diagnosis for P0493