Fuel and air

P2007 — Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed (Bank 2)

Severity: medium Drive with care, to a shop

What P2007 means

Many engines use flaps in the intake manifold, called runner controls, to change the length or size of the intake passages with engine speed and load. The ECM commands an actuator and checks the flap position with a sensor. P2007 sets when the bank 2 flaps stay closed instead of moving to the open position as commanded.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light on
  • Loss of power, especially at high rpm
  • Sluggish acceleration
  • Rough idle
  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Limp mode in some cases

Possible causes

  1. Flaps seized by carbon and oil deposits
  2. Failed actuator motor or vacuum actuator
  3. Broken linkage or lever in the actuator
  4. Wiring or connector fault: open, corroded or shorted
  5. Faulty flap position sensor
  6. Bad control solenoid on vacuum-operated systems
  7. Mechanical damage to the flaps or shafts inside the manifold

How to diagnose

  1. Read all codes and freeze frame data, and note any other intake-related codes
  2. Inspect the actuator connector and harness for corrosion, damage and chafing
  3. Test power, ground and the position sensor signal with a multimeter
  4. Check vacuum supply and solenoid operation if the system is vacuum-driven
  5. Command the actuator with a scan tool and watch whether the linkage moves and the position changes
  6. Remove the actuator and check by hand that the flaps move freely
  7. If needed, remove the manifold and inspect the flaps, shafts and bushings
  8. Clear the code after repair and run a relearn if the vehicle requires it

Common fixes

  • Clean carbon from the manifold and flaps
  • Replace the actuator or motor
  • Replace the linkage or lever, or repair its mount
  • Repair the wiring and connector
  • Replace the intake manifold if flaps or shafts are broken

Questions and answers

What does P2007 mean?

The bank 2 intake manifold runner flaps are stuck closed. The ECM told them to open, but the position did not change.

Can I drive with a P2007 code?

Briefly, yes, but power is reduced. Don't wait long, because a broken flap can fall into a cylinder and damage the engine.

Will cleaning fix P2007?

If carbon is the cause, cleaning the manifold and flaps often helps. First confirm the actuator and wiring are working properly.

This is general information about the code. The meaning can differ between makes and models: a scan tool and the repair manual for your car will show the exact cause.