OBD Guide

P3466

Cylinder 9 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Uneven engine operation
  • Power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Vibrations at idle

Causes

  • Malfunction of the cylinder deactivation solenoid valve
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Mechanical failure of the intake valve
  • Problems with the engine ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the cylinder deactivation solenoid valve
  2. Check the integrity of the control circuit and connections
  3. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  4. Check the mechanical part of the intake valve
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

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