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

P2007 reports that the runner or tumble flaps of bank 2 have not opened although the ECM asked for it. Because closed flaps narrow the intake path, the fault shows up mainly as missing power near the top of the rev range. On the 2013 Audi 3.0 TFSI (A6, A7, S4, S5, Q5, Q7) a torn diaphragm in one vacuum actuator caused P2006 or P2007; once the vacuum lines pass a leak test, Audi swaps the actuators on both banks to avoid a repeat visit. Audi's 4.0 TFSI bulletin also lists P2007, there with water in the potentiometer. Subaru counts it among tumble valve faults on Forester Turbo and WRX (corroded shaft, now stainless) and on Impreza and Crosstrek, where grease escaping from the actuator makes the valve erratic. Ford checks it like the bank 1 code: four failed events after coolant reaches 40 °F. Compare with P2005, the stuck-open case.

Bank 2 is the side without cylinder 1, so it only exists on V or boxer engines.

Symptoms

• Malfunction indicator lamp on
• Slight loss of power at high rpm

Most likely causes

• Torn diaphragm in the bank 2 vacuum actuator
• Flap shaft seized by corrosion or deposits
• Grease leaking from an integrated tumble valve actuator (Subaru Impreza/Crosstrek)
• Vacuum supply or control valve not working

What to check, in order

Start with the simplest. You can tick off each step.

1. Check the vacuum hoses and the connector
2. Use the scanner to command the movement and compare the actual position with the requested one.
3. Watch the actuator's movement with the scanner
4. Inspect the manifold for carbon buildup
5. Replace the actuator if it does not follow the command

Good to know

• Repair difficulty: medium
• It can trigger limp mode.
• It affects emissions.

What each character of P2007 means

• P: Powertrain: engine and transmission
• 2: Generic code: same on every make
• 0: Subsystem depends on the code range
• 07: Specific fault in that system

Frequently asked questions

Can I keep driving with code P2007?

You can drive in moderation. Get it repaired soon, because a loose flap can cause major damage on some engines.

What causes code P2007?

The most common causes are: torn diaphragm in the bank 2 vacuum actuator; flap shaft seized by corrosion or deposits; grease leaking from an integrated tumble valve actuator (Subaru Impreza/Crosstrek).

Related codes

• P2005Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open (Bank 2)
• P2006Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed (Bank 1)
• P2011Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit/Open (Bank 2)
• P2020Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)
• P200BIntake Manifold Runner Performance (Bank 2)

Sources

• static.nhtsa.gov: MC 10124678 9999
• static.nhtsa.gov: MC 10133359 9999
• static.nhtsa.gov: MC 10161831 9999
• static.nhtsa.gov: MC 10180731 0001

Values and procedures vary by manufacturer. If it affects brakes, steering, fuel or high voltage, see a professional. Updated: 2026-11-04. How we build these pages.