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2002 FORD THUNDERBIRD

5.0L V8FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2008moderate severityPowertrain

Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit Open Bank 1

on 2002 Ford Thunderbird 5.0L V8 · FWD

What this code means

Open circuit detected in the intake manifold runner control actuator circuit on bank 1.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Reduced performance
  • Poor fuel economy

Common causes

  • Broken wiring
  • Corroded connector
  • Failed actuator
  • Blown fuse

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuse and relay
  2. Inspect wiring and connector
  3. Test actuator resistance
  4. Check ECM output

Repair notes

Repair wiring or replace actuator.

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