{"id":64854,"date":"2022-01-19T01:50:20","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T09:50:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=64854"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:57:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T01:57:27","slug":"p2016-code-intake-manifold-runner-position-sensor-switch-circuit-low-bank-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p2016-code-intake-manifold-runner-position-sensor-switch-circuit-low-bank-1\/","title":{"rendered":"P2016 Code: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor \/ Switch Circuit Low Bank 1"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column64854_94efe3-6d inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-8e2490  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-332347\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64854_cfa8b8-4d\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Code P2016&nbsp; stands for &ldquo;Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor\/Switch Circuit Low Bank 1.&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This code may be logged when the PCM detects a problem with Bank 1 of your engine&rsquo;s cylinders or when the value provided by the intake manifold runner control valve\/position sensor (also known as the IMRC valve\/sensor) might be incorrect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A malfunctioning IMRC actuator relay, a bad IMRC actuator\/sensor, or a faulty PCM can cause this error code to be set.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced engine power and poor fuel economy are some of the symptoms associated with this trouble code.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)\">diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)<\/a> you might encounter is P2016. In this article, you&rsquo;ll learn all about the P2016 code, its common symptoms, possible causes, and recommended fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P2016 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Code P2016&nbsp; stands for &ldquo;Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor\/Switch Circuit Low Bank 1.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s a generic powertrain code that applies to many newer vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A P2016 code might mean that your powertrain control module (PCM) has detected a problem with Bank 1 of your engine&rsquo;s cylinders. The value provided by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/intake-manifold-runner-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"intake manifold runner control valve\/position sensor\">intake manifold runner control valve\/position sensor<\/a> (also known as the IMRC valve\/sensor) might be incorrect, which can disrupt the flow of air in the engine. This problem might be caused by an electrical circuit fault or a mechanical failure within the IMRC system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve-1024x659.jpg\" alt=\"intake manifold runner valve\" class=\"wp-image-64877\" style=\"width:1024px;height:659px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve-1024x659.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/intake-manifold-runner-valve.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The P2016 code might mean that your PCM has detected a problem with Bank 1 of your engine&rsquo;s cylinders due to the incorrect value provided by the IMRC valve\/sensor.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A deeper understanding of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p2006-code-intake-manifold-runner-control-stuck-closed-bank-1\/#Intake_Manifold_Runner_Control_IMRC_Configurations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"IMRC configurations\">IMRC configurations<\/a> can help you address P2016 if you plan to diagnose or fix the issue yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> The definition of code P2016 may be different depending on the vehicle manufacturer. Consult the appropriate repair manual or repair database for the exact code definition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Causes of the P2016 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A P2016 code doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean that your IMRC actuator\/sensor has failed. In some cases, a P2016 code can be triggered by several failed parts. Make sure to check your system to get an accurate diagnosis. Here are some of the possible causes of the P2016 code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Malfunctioning IMRC actuator relay (if equipped)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/intake-manifold-actuator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"IMRC actuator\/sensor\">IMRC actuator\/sensor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty Powertrain Control Module<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"car fuel gauge\" class=\"wp-image-64878\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/car-fuel-gauge.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of the common symptoms of the P2016 code is bad fuel economy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P2016 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The P2016 code might be accompanied by other DTCs, so you might observe some symptoms not listed here. However, if your PCM is only storing this particular code, your vehicle might exhibit the following symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Illuminated check engine light\">Illuminated check engine light<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-triggers-reduced-engine-power\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Reduced engine power\">Reduced engine power<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bad fuel economy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P2016 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are multiple potential causes for your P2016 code, which can make your vehicle difficult to diagnose. If you&rsquo;re planning to do some DIY repairs, we recommend watching the following video to learn the general diagnostic procedures involved in troubleshooting this code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"STI startup!!! Fixing P2016 code and more\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qXDcSSRVqX8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P2016 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A P2016 code might be stored for a variety of reasons. Therefore, there&rsquo;s no cookie-cutter solution for troubleshooting this code. As mentioned earlier, you&rsquo;ll have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual\">consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual<\/a> to find the recommended diagnostic and repair steps for your DTC. You can also check out technical service bulletins for known fixes to save time and money on troubleshooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an OBD-II scanner and the required repair skills, you can probably resolve a P2016 code on your own. There are lots of credible OBD-II <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/best-online-resources-to-help-you-learn-how-to-fix-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"resources online\">resources online<\/a>, which have the information you need to repair your vehicle. Chilton repair manuals are certainly useful, but we recommend an ALLDATA subscription. ALLDATA offers single-vehicle subscriptions that include detailed factory repair information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can also opt to get your vehicle serviced by a certified mechanic. They can diagnose your vehicle and perform the appropriate repairs, so you don&rsquo;t need to worry.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>One of the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) you might encounter is P2016. 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