P2282: An inferred intake leak needs a nearly closed throttle and healthy inputs

P2282 is the air-leak-between-throttle-and-intake-valve classification in Ford’s PCV monitoring section. The published criterion is a calculated leak of at least 1 lbm/min persisting for five seconds. It is an inferred airflow result, not a measurement that locates a specific opening in the intake system.

The throttle and sensor conditions are essential

The typical entry window limits throttle angle to 4 degrees after that condition has persisted for at least 300 milliseconds. Intake-air and coolant temperature minima are −20°F, with barometric pressure at least 20 inHg. A wide-open-throttle observation is not an equivalent opportunity to apply this check.

Ford also requires no faults in sensors or systems affecting the PCV monitor, including the listed pressure and charge-temperature inputs and VCT. A leak estimate formed with unreliable supporting inputs cannot be interpreted as though those prerequisites were satisfied.

Preserve the model context before searching for hardware

Record the throttle state, relevant pressure/temperature information and sensor-fault status around the event. The source headings distinguish engine/sensing architectures, so the generic code does not establish one universal PCV layout.

The monitor does not identify a failed hose, valve, seal or manifold from the calculated mass-flow value alone. Verification must use the vehicle’s intake and PCV diagnostic procedure to establish whether the inferred leak is credible and where any actual leakage occurs.

Source and applicability

Ford 2024–2025 gasoline OBD summary, July 16, 2024 revision; only the described monitor and architecture. Model, engine and calibration fitment are not inferred. The monitor explanation does not identify a failed part or replace the applicable service procedure. Ford PDF, page 70.