Powertrain, generic (extended)

P2011 Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit/Open (Bank 2)

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modeNo

P2011 covers the electrical drive of the bank 2 flaps, so it appears only on engines with a separate actuator or solenoid per bank. Ford's petrol summaries list P2011 as the IMRC control circuit of bank 2 on vacuum-operated V engines; the PCM output driver itself reports the fault, the check runs continuously after coolant passes 40 °F and needs 5 s with at least 11 V battery voltage. Audi's 3.0 TFSI (A6, A7, A8, Q7, S4, S5, SQ5, 2012–2016) lists P2011 next to the stuck-flap codes in a bulletin where the vacuum-driven coolant pump drew too much vacuum and upset the flap control; the fix is an updated hose with a restrictor, so a P2011 there is not always a broken wire. GM's diesels are inline engines and use only P2008. Low and high faults of the same circuit are P2012 and P2013.

Likely causes

Open wire or loose connector at the bank 2 solenoid
Open coil in the bank 2 control solenoid
Vacuum-driven coolant pump drawing too much vacuum (Audi 3.0 TFSI)

Symptoms

  • Malfunction indicator lamp on
  • Bank 2 flaps do not switch, slight loss of torque or power

Repair estimate

DifficultyMediumDIY possible
Parts and labour€20–500
Time0.3–2.5 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

imrc actuatorintake manifold runner harness

Related codes

P2012P2013P2008P2005P2007

References: fordservicecontent.com, static.nhtsa.gov, law.cornell.edu.