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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2013EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) - DTC P164A - P2A04, DTC U0046- U300CDTC P2279: INTAKE AIR SYSTEM LEAK
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, AWD
DTC P2279: Intake Air System Leak
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, AWDSECTION DTC P2279: Intake Air System Leak
DTC P2279: INTAKE AIR SYSTEM LEAK
| Description: | This DTC sets when the PCM detects an air leak that exceeds a calibrated limit for greater than 5 seconds. If the airflow entering the engine exceeds the airflow through the throttle, a leak is detected and this diagnostic fails. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Verify the integrity of the PCV system. Refer to POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM for system information. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to PINPOINT TEST HG . | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.