OBD Guide

P2DEE

Cylinder 5 Intake Valve Lift Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • The engine may go into emergency mode
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Malfunction of the VVT solenoid valve of cylinder 5
  • Contamination or wear of the valve lift mechanism
  • Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
  • Low or contaminated engine oil level
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the engine oil
  2. Diagnose the VVT solenoid valve of cylinder 5
  3. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and contacts
  4. Clean or replace valve lift mechanism
  5. If necessary, replace the engine control unit

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