OBD Guide

P2604

Intake Air Heater A Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Difficulty starting the engine in cold weather
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable operation at idle

Causes

  • Heating element malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Problems with the heater relay
  • Engine control unit malfunction
  • Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the heater circuit fuse
  2. Diagnose the resistance of the heating element
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  4. Test the operation of the heater relay
  5. If necessary, replace the heating element

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