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1998 SUZUKI ESTEEM

1.8L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor536Torque568Fluid6DTC615Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2006moderate severityPowertrain

Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed Bank 1

on 1998 Suzuki Esteem 1.8L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The intake manifold runner flaps are stuck closed on bank 1, restricting airflow at higher RPM.

Symptoms

  • Reduced high-RPM power
  • Check engine light
  • Hesitation on acceleration

Common causes

  • Broken runner flap
  • Actuator jammed
  • Carbon deposits
  • Linkage failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Inspect runner mechanism
  2. Test actuator movement
  3. Check for physical obstruction

Repair notes

Clean or replace runner control mechanism.

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