OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2011 Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit/Open (Bank 2)
The IMRC actuator drive circuit on bank 2 is open or has lost continuity — control module no longer detects a closing path through the actuator winding.
Is it safe to drive with P2011?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyOpen wiring or chafed conductor in IMRC harness
- PossibleConnector corroded — high resistance contact
- PossibleActuator solenoid winding open
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Imrc Actuator, Intake Manifold Runner Harness
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- P2013Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit High (Bank 2)
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.