P2013
Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit High Bank 2
Fuel & air metering
Generic OBD-II
Low
What it means
P2013 means the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) circuit on bank 2 is reading high voltage — typically a short to power or a faulty actuator/solenoid. The runner flaps adjust intake airflow for better low- and high-rpm performance, so a stuck flap usually only causes a minor power or economy loss. It's an electrical fault, not a running-safety problem.
Low
Can I keep driving? Yes — usually just the warning light, occasionally slightly reduced low-rpm power or economy; not urgent, but worth fixing.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Possible reduced low-rpm power or hesitation
- Slightly reduced fuel economy
Common causes
Most likely first
- Intake manifold runner control (IMRC) signal shorted to voltageLikely
- Faulty IMRC actuator or solenoidCommon
- Damaged wiring or connector (short to power)Common
- Blocked or leaking vacuum hoses (vacuum-actuated systems)Less often
- Failed PCM (rare)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Scan freeze-frame and confirm the fault is on bank 2.
- Visually inspect the IMRC wiring and connector for shorts to voltage or damage.
- Check the vacuum hoses to the runner control if it's vacuum-operated.
- Test the actuator/solenoid resistance and command it with a scan tool.
- Replace the faulty actuator or repair the wiring; clear and re-test.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P2013?+
Generally yes. The intake runners may be stuck in one position, which at most slightly affects low-end power and economy — it's not a safety issue.
Can I just clear P2013?+
It returns if the wiring short or faulty actuator remains. Fix the electrical cause, then clear it.
Related codes
Often seen with P2013
Read & clear P2013 yourself
Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.
✓ Verified name — SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6Guidance reviewed by OBD DashX