OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P206F Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Stuck Closed (Bank 2)
Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Stuck Closed (Bank 2): the control module has detected this fault condition.
Is it safe to drive with P206F?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyCarbon buildup blocks flap travel
- Less likelyCarbon or debris buildup preventing free movement
- Less likelyComponent wear with age - mechanical play
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.7–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Imt Valve, Imt Actuator
Related codes
- P206EIntake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Stuck Open (Bank 2)
- P2071Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Stuck Closed (Bank 1)
- P206CReductant Quality Sensor Circuit Low
- P206DReductant Quality Sensor Circuit High
- P2070Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Stuck Open (Bank 1)
- P2072Throttle Actuator Control System - Ice Blockage (Bank 1)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.