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P2279
Intake air leak
Generic · engine
Data confidence
78%
The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the Intake air.
Possible causes
Mechanical fault
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15
P2279 Intake air leak
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What P2279 means
Related and nearby codes
How to read P2279
P
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
2
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
279
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P2279
What does P2279 mean?
Intake air leak. The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the Intake air.
Is P2279 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P2279 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P2279 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
Other file services
Understand the system behind this code: Diagnostic Strategy and DTC Logic