OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic or reserved

P3464

Cylinder 8 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit High

The engine control module has detected a high voltage condition in the control circuit of the cylinder 8 exhaust valve deactivation solenoid. A short to voltage or open low-side path causes the driver to read above the expected range, disabling cylinder deactivation requests for cylinder 8.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric or reserved
GroupP3
Range / number4 / 64

Possible causes

  • Solenoid or wiring shorted to power high
  • Solenoid coil open medium
  • ECM driver failed low

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: hard
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • Estimated cost: 150–1200 €
  • Estimated time: 1–6 h
  • Component: cylinder deactivation solenoid
  • Component: engine wiring harness
  • Component: ecm
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • drive cycle required

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication