OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2CE4 Intake Air Heater C Circuit High

The control circuit of intake air heater C reports a circuit high condition. Cold-start preheating cannot be commanded as expected.

Is it safe to drive with P2CE4?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyControl wire shorted to B+
  • PossibleOpen heater element
  • Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Easy
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Intake Air Heater C, Wiring Harness, Ecm

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.