2009 Ford Escape P0204 Code: Circuit Open in Cylinder 4 - No Persistent Check Engine Light
I own a 2009 Ford Escape with a 3.0L engine and recently received the P0204 diagnostic trouble code, indicating an open circuit in cylinder 4's fuel injector. The check engine light comes on intermittently and does not stay lit continuously. I've already taken my vehicle to two auto repair shops, but neither was able to reproduce or confirm the P0204 code during diagnosis. I have provided screenshots and video evidence of the issue, yet I'm concerned about overpaying for unnecessary repairs. What steps should I take next? Can this code be reliably detected without advanced diagnostic tools?
I have a 2009 Ford Escape with the same 3.0L engine and intermittent check engine light. I successfully retrieved the P02004 code via OBDII scanner, but haven't cleared it or pulled additional data such as live readings or freeze frame records. My vehicle has reached 97,455 km. A mechanic contacted me over the phone recommended replacing all fuel injectors and electrical components as a solution. However, after they attempted diagnosis and couldn't reproduce the code or retrieve any data, I'm unsure if this was a valid recommendation. I apologize for not including this detail earlier.