P2007: Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed (Bank 2)
Quick Answer
Safe to drive (short-term)
P2007 means the engine computer found that the intake manifold runner flaps on bank 2 are stuck in the closed position, so the engine breathes through the long, low-rpm passages even when it should open them up. Bank 2 only exists on V, W and boxer engines, so a 4-cylinder in-line car cannot set this code. The usual causes are a vacuum leak or fault in the flap vacuum supply, a faulty runner position sensor, or flaps that bind.
- Severity
- Moderate · Fuel System
- Estimated repair cost
- From €45 to €1000+, varies by vehicle
€45 or €1000, depending on your car.
- Replace a failed vacuum line or flap vacuum solenoid€45–€260
- Complete intake manifold replacement€350–€1000
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What does P2007 mean?
P2007 is a fuel system-related diagnostic trouble code classified as moderate severity.
What are the symptoms of P2007?
- Check engine light on
- Reduced power at higher revs, with the engine feeling flat above mid-range
- Slightly rougher idle or a hesitation at certain speeds
- A matching bank 1 flap code stored alongside it
- Code that returns soon after being cleared
What causes P2007?
Vacuum leak or failed vacuum line in the flap actuator supply
: high
Faulty vacuum solenoid valve that switches the flap actuator
: medium
Faulty bank 2 runner position sensor or its wiring
: medium
Runner flaps binding or sticking from carbon or wear
: medium
Broken or worn flap linkage or actuator
: medium
Other vacuum users on the engine drawing too much vacuum, depending on the make
: low
Is it safe to drive with P2007?
Generally yes, for short-term driving. Usually safe for a short drive to a workshop. With the flaps stuck closed the engine loses power at higher revs and feels flat when you push it. Have it checked within a few weeks, and sooner if the car also misfires or loses power at low revs.
How do you diagnose P2007?
- Check that your engine really has two banks. Only V, W and boxer engines do. On a 4-cylinder in-line car, P2007 should not appear, so double-check the code you read
- Read all stored codes and the freeze frame. P2006 (bank 1) stored at the same time, or other vacuum-related codes, point to the shared vacuum supply rather than one flap
- Inspect the vacuum lines and any vacuum solenoid valve that feeds the flap actuator for splits, melted spots, loose joints and disconnected fittings. On some Audi 3.2 FSI V6 engines a failed solenoid or its lines can set this code
- Runner position is not a standard OBD2 live-data value, and a generic reader cannot command the flaps to move. Manufacturer-level software is needed to read the flap position and run the actuator test
- If the vacuum side is sound, check the position sensor connector and wiring for corrosion and damage, then compare the sensor reading while the flaps move
- With the intake off the engine, move the flaps by hand and look for binding, play or a broken linkage, and clean the carbon from the flaps and shaft
- After the repair, clear the code, drive through a few cycles and confirm that the high-rev power returns and the code stays gone
How much does P2007 cost to fix?
| Repair | Parts Cost | Labor Cost | Total Estimate | DIY Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Replace a failed vacuum line or flap vacuum solenoid | €5–€60 | €40–€200 | €45–€260 | Moderate |
| Replace runner position sensor | €25–€100 | €40–€120 | €65–€220 | Moderate |
| Replace runner control actuator | €50–€200 | €60–€180 | €110–€380 | Moderate |
| Intake manifold runner repair kit (flaps and linkage) | €40–€150 | €100–€300 | €140–€450 | Moderate |
| Intake manifold cleaning and carbon removal | €10–€30 | €100–€250 | €110–€280 | Moderate |
| Complete intake manifold replacement | €200–€600 | €150–€400 | €350–€1000 | Professional |
Prices estimated as of October 2026. Costs vary by region, vehicle, and shop.
P2007 on specific vehicles
P2007 on Audi
Audi A6 · Audi A4
Related diagnostic codes
Common questions about P2007
- What does P2007 mean?
- P2007 means the intake manifold runner control flaps on bank 2 are stuck closed. The flaps switch the engine between long passages for low-rpm torque and short ones for top-end power. When the computer sees them stuck closed, it sets the code and the engine loses power at higher revs.
- What is bank 2 and does my car have one?
- Bank 2 is the second cylinder bank, so it only exists on V, W and boxer engines. A 4-cylinder in-line engine has bank 1 only. If your car has a single bank, look at the bank 1 code P2006 instead, or double-check the code.
- Can I drive with P2007?
- For a short time, yes. The flaps stuck closed cost power at higher rpm. Get it checked within a few weeks, and sooner if the car runs rough.
- What is the difference between P2006 and P2007?
- Both mean runner flaps stuck closed. P2006 is bank 1 and P2007 is bank 2. If both are stored, the cause is often shared, for example the vacuum supply that operates the flaps.
- Can a vacuum leak cause P2007?
- Yes. On cars whose flap actuator runs on vacuum, a split line or a failed solenoid leaves too little vacuum to move the flaps. For Audi, Ross-Tech lists a vacuum leak, a faulty runner position sensor or sticking runners as causes, and on 2012-2016 Audi 3.0 TFSI engines it also names a vacuum-operated water pump drawing too much vacuum.
- Will cleaning the intake fix P2007?
- Only if carbon is what stops the flaps from moving. Cleaning does nothing for a failed vacuum line, a worn linkage or a bad sensor, so check the vacuum side and the flap movement first.
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Sources
- wiki.ross-tech.com wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/18439/P2007/008199