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DTC P2279: Intake Air System Leak

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P2279 - INTAKE AIR SYSTEM LEAK

Description:  This DTC indicates the engine was overproducing torque and overcharging the traction battery when its operating temperature was within normal range. To protect the traction battery the PCM disabled the fuel injectors.
Possible Causes: 
  • Intake air system leak.
  • Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
Diagnostic Aids:  This DTC is informational only. Check for any unmetered air leaks. Diagnose any air intake system related DTCs.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - GO to Pinpoint Test HU . GO to Pinpoint Test HU .