Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Ford Explorer XLT, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
P2004 - Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open (Bank 1)
DTC DESCRIPTION P2004 - INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL STUCK OPEN (BANK 1)
| Description: | This DTC sets when the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) is commanded closed and the intake manifold runner control bank 1 (IMRC1) sensor indicates the IMRC is open. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | The IMRC1 sensor value should change when the IMRC is commanded open or closed. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to Pinpoint Test HU. | ||
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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