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P2282 Air leak between throttle body and intake valves

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation + 1 manufacturer-specific in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:Ford

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation

P2282
Air leak between throttle body and intake valves Generic · engine Data confidence 78%

The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the Air.

Possible causes

Mechanical fault

Manufacturer-specific interpretations

Ford

1 interpretation
P2282:00
Air Leak Between Throttle Body and Intake Valve Ford · engine Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P2282:00 (no sub type information) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as air leak between throttle body and intake valve. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years

Related and nearby codes

How to read P2282

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Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

282

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2282

What does P2282 mean?

Air leak between throttle body and intake valves. The control module detected a condition consistent with a leak affecting the Air.

Is P2282 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2282 exists both as a generic OBD-II code (same meaning on every make) and with 1 manufacturer-specific interpretation(s): Ford. Always read it in the context of your vehicle.

Can TuningBot remove P2282 at file level?

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