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2004 Saturn VUE - AWD

DTC P2282
Description

The DTC P2282 Intake Manifold Air Leak diagnostic monitors the volume of air consumed at idle
speed. The powertrain control module (PCM) controls the throttle actuator control (TAC) motor in order
to regulate the air flow through the throttle body. The amount of air flowing through the throttle body
will normally determine the engine speed. If there is an intake air leak or a malfunction in the positive
crankcase ventilation (PCV) system excess air can enter the intake manifold affecting engine speed. The
PCM uses sensor input in order to determine an estimated volume of air that is used during normal idle
conditions. If there is any excess air, the estimated volume of air will be more than the expected value
and DTC P2282 will set.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic supports the following DTC.

DTC P2282 Intake Manifold Air Leak.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTCs P0107, P0108, P0112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175,
P0222, P0223, P0300-P0306, P0401, P0404, P1128, P2100, P2101, P2108, P2122, P2123, P2127,
P2128, P2135, P2138, P2176, P2227, P2228, P2229, P2413, and U0107 are not set..

Battery voltage is at least 10.5 volts.

Intake air temperature (IAT) is at least 69°C (156°F).

Engine coolant temperature (ECT) is at least 0°C (32°F).

The engine has been running at least 15 seconds.

Engine is running in Closed Loop at idle.

The throttle position sensor is less than 1.74 volts.

The vehicle is in PARK with all engine accessories turned OFF.

DTC P2282 runs once per drive cycle when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Either of the conditions below are present:

The estimated volume of air is 150 L/min (39.65 gal/min) or more when the manifold absolute
pressure (MAP) is 47 kPa.

The estimated volume of air is 120 L/min (31.69 gal/min) or more when the manifold absolute
pressure (MAP) is 65 kPa.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 2 consecutive ignition cycles in

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which the diagnostic runs with the fault active.

The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information is
stored in the Freeze Frame buffer.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The MIL turns OFF after 3 consecutively passing trips without a fault present.

A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a fault.

Perform the scan tool Clear DTC Information function.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic table.

1. The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls prompts the technician to complete some basic
checks and store the Freeze Frame data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic
copy of the data taken when the fault occurred. The information is then stored in the scan tool for
later reference.

2. This step prompts the technician to check for any condition that can allow air to enter the engine.
Any condition that can affect the idle speed of the engine must be repaired first, in order to enable
proper diagnosis of the DTC P2282.

3. A dirty throttle valve can affect the air flow through the throttle body and into the engine. Clean
the throttle valve is necessary before performing the Idle Learn Procedure.

Step Action Yes No

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Go to Diagnostic
1 Controls? System Check -
Go to Step 2 Engine Controls
1. Inspect the engine for any of the following
conditions:
 A stuck or damaged throttle valve or
throttle body
 A vacuum or intake air leak
 An evaporative emission (EVAP) system
malfunction
2
 Faulty PCV system operation Refer to
Crankcase Ventilation System
Inspection/Diagnosis in Engine Mechanical
- 3.5L.
2. Repair the condition as necessary.

Did you find and correct a condition? Go to Step 5 Go to Step 3

Inspect the throttle valve for excessive deposits. Clean
as necessary. Refer to Throttle Body Service .
3
Did you find and correct a condition? Go to Step 5 Go to Step 4
1. Inspect the camshaft timing. Refer to Timing Belt

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Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.

2. Repair the condition as necessary.
4
Go to Intermittent
Did you find and correct a condition? Go to Step 5 Conditions
1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
2. Turn the ignition OFF for 30 seconds.
3. Start the engine.
4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for
5 Running the DTC or until the DTC P2282
diagnostic has passed.

Does the DTC run and pass? Go to Step 6 Go to Step 2

With a scan tool, observe the stored information,
Capture Info.
6 Go to Diagnostic
Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not Trouble Code
diagnosed? (DTC) List System OK

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