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Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  This diagnostic table will only diagnose the mechanical portion of the IMRC solenoid. If there is a DTC set for the IMRC solenoid, refer to the appropriate DTC table.
Intake Manifold Runner Control System Diagnosis

Step Action Values Yes No
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.
Is DTC P2008, P2009, or P2010 set?
- Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Remove the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) solenoid from the intake manifold, but leave the electrical connector connected. Refer to Intake Manifold Runner Control Solenoid Replacement .
  2. Command the IMRC solenoid ON and OFF with a scan tool.
  3. Observe the valve of the IMRC solenoid while you command the IMRC solenoid ON and OFF.
Does the valve of the IMRC solenoid move in both directions?
- Go to Step 4  Go to Step 5 
4
  1. Inspect the inside of the intake manifold for the following conditions:
    • Carbon build-up that limits the movement of the IMRC valve
    • Casting flash that limits the movement of the IMRC valve
    • Foreign material that limits the movement of the IMRC valve
  2. Clean or replace the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .
Did you find and correct the condition?
- Go to Step 6  Go to Diagnostic Aids
5 Replace the IMRC solenoid. Refer to Intake Manifold Runner Control Solenoid Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 6  -
6
  1. Connect all disconnected components.
  2. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
- Go to Step 7  Go to Step 2 
7 Observe the capture info with a scan tool.
Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?
- Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle System OK