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1992-2006 LEXUS ES 300

3.0L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor563Torque3650Fluid6DTC844Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2006moderate severityPowertrain

Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed Bank 1

on 1992-2006 Lexus ES 300 3.0L V6 · 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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