04 Ford Focus SVT p1518 code. What does this mean?

Question

I am getting a p0304 and a p1518 code on my car. I see that the p0304 can be caused by an intake leak. The p1518 is an intake control lever code. I would think these are related some how. Does any one have any experience with this?

Answer 1

Hi there,

P0304 indicates a misfire on cylinder 4. Here is a list of possible causes.

P0304 FORD - Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected

Read more: https://www.autocodes.com/p0304_ford.html

P1518 indicates an issue with the intake manifold runner. Here is a list of possible causes.

P1518 FORD - Intake Manifold Runner Control Fault Stuck Open

Read more: https://www.autocodes.com/p1518_ford.html