P2282 Fault Code

Air Leak Between Throttle Body and Intake Valves

• What does that mean?
• Symptoms
• Causes
• Solutions

The P2282 fault code indicates an air leak between the throttle body and the intake valves. This area is crucial for the proper air-fuel mixture necessary for efficient engine operation. An air leak can lead to increased air intake, causing the engine control unit (ECU) to miscalculate the air-fuel ratio, which may negatively affect performance and emissions.

What are the symptoms of the P2282 code?

Symptoms you may experience with this fault include:

• Rough idling or stalling when the engine is cold
• Decreased engine performance and acceleration
• Increased fuel consumption
• Check Engine Light (CEL) illuminated on the dashboard
• Unusual hissing or whistling noise from the engine bay

What causes the P2282 code?

Common causes of this error include:

• Deteriorated or damaged intake manifold gasket
• Cracked or loose vacuum hoses
• Faulty throttle body gasket
• Improperly seated throttle body
• Carbon buildup in the throttle body or intake manifold

How to fix P2282?

To resolve the P2282 code, you can follow these steps:

• Inspect and replace any damaged or worn gaskets in the intake manifold and throttle body.
• Check for and repair any cracked, loose, or disconnected vacuum hoses.
• Clean the throttle body and manifold to remove carbon buildup.
• If necessary, replace the throttle body entirely if it is found to be faulty.
• Clear the error codes and perform a test drive to ensure the issue is resolved.