P2676 code meaning
Air Cleaner Inlet Control Circuit Low
What P2676 means
P2676 means the control line of the air cleaner inlet flap sits at too low a voltage for the state the controller has commanded. On a low-side driven solenoid this typically appears when the line is shorted to ground and the actuator is energised permanently; on other designs a shorted coil pulls the voltage down. Ford lists P2676 in its 2014 gasoline OBD code list as a continuous test with no MIL entry, so on those cars the code may sit in memory without a warning lamp. No public Ford text names the vehicles or the flap's job. CARB requires outputs that can change emissions to be checked for such faults. Expect the flap to stay in one position; drivability rarely changes. P2677 covers the opposite case.
P2676 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyEasy, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.3 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P2676
- Code stored, often without warning lamp
- Inlet flap stuck in one position
- Possibly changed intake noise
Common causes of P2676
- Most likelyControl wire chafed through and shorted to ground
- PossibleShorted coil in the inlet flap actuator
- Less likelyWater in the actuator connector
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Air cleaner inlet valveSolenoidWiring harness
What each part of P2676 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 6 | Area: computer (engine control module) and output circuits. |
| 76 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2676 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P2676
What does P2676 mean?
P2676 means "Air Cleaner Inlet Control Circuit Low". P2676 means the control line of the air cleaner inlet flap sits at too low a voltage for the state the controller has commanded. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2676?
P2676 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will P2676 fail an emissions test?
P2676 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P2676 to fix?
Difficulty: easy. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 1.5 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will P2676 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.