Powertrain
generic or reserved
P3418
Cylinder 3 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Performance
The engine control module has detected a performance fault on the cylinder 3 deactivation or intake valve control system — the response of the actuator does not match the commanded state.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric or reserved
GroupP3
Range / number4 / 18
Possible causes
- Lifter stuck collapsed high
- Engine oil pressure too low medium
- Oil passage blocked or contaminated medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 400–2000 €
- Estimated time: 3–8 h
- Component: cylinder deactivation solenoid
- Component: lifter
- Component: oil control valve
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
- drive cycle required
Sources
References
sae:J2012