OBD Guide

P2DEC

Cylinder 3 Intake Valve Lift Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Rough engine idling
  • Dips during acceleration
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Valve lift control solenoid valve malfunction
  • Mechanical damage in the mechanism for changing valve lift
  • Problems with the wiring harness to the control valve
  • Low oil level or incorrect oil used
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the engine oil
  2. Diagnose the operation of the control solenoid valve
  3. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and contacts
  4. Perform a visual inspection of the valve mechanism
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

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