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P2015: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor / Switch Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1)

Quick answer: The Bank 1 intake runner position signal is present but outside the expected range or does not track movement properly.

Drivers also search this fault as intake manifold runner position sensor range performance bank 1, P2015 intake runner code, bank 1 runner position range performance.

Severity: medium Family: powertrain Related paths: 8
Meaning

What P2015 usually means

P2015 is one of the most common intake runner feedback faults on engines with wear-prone runner linkages or stop geometry. The PCM can see a Bank 1 runner position signal, but it no longer falls within the expected range or does not move the way commanded. The root cause may be a worn manifold stop, linkage play, actuator travel issue, sensor fault, or deposits that keep the runner from reaching learned positions.

Fast triage

Start here before chasing parts

  • Scan first: save freeze-frame and pending codes before clearing anything.
  • Confirm the complaint: compare the stored code with current drivability symptoms.
  • Use context: trims, live data, and related codes usually narrow the fault faster than guesswork.
  • Work simplest to hardest: leaks, connectors, maintenance items, and known patterns before expensive components.
Initial checks

What to check first

  • Inspect the runner linkage and end-stop area closely because mechanical wear is common on some designs.
  • Compare commanded runner position to actual movement instead of replacing sensors blindly.
  • Check whether the fault appears mostly at idle, low-speed transition, or after cold start.
Driving risk

Can you keep driving?

P2015 is often driveable, but it can leave the engine feeling hesitant or flat until Bank 1 runner feedback and movement are back in range.

Moderate urgency: This code often allows short-term driving, but the right fix usually comes faster when you diagnose it early instead of waiting for more codes.
Likely causes

Common causes behind this code

  • Worn runner-stop geometry causing the measured position to fall outside the expected range
  • Loose or worn linkage that no longer tracks actuator travel accurately
  • Position sensor or switch drift
  • Actuator travel problem or weak vacuum/electric drive
  • Carbon buildup or mechanical drag preventing normal runner movement

Cause phrases often tied to this code: runner stop wear, linkage play, position sensor range issue, intake flap wear, carbon deposits.

Diagnostic order

Suggested workflow

  1. Monitor Bank 1 position data while commanding full runner travel.
  2. Inspect the mechanical stop, linkage play, actuator travel, and intake deposits.
  3. Verify whether the sensor signal sweeps smoothly through the expected range.
  4. Repair the worn linkage, stop, actuator, or sensor issue found during testing.
  5. Confirm Bank 1 runner position now tracks commands consistently on a repeat drive.
Avoid guesswork

Common mistakes

  • Replacing only the sensor when the real issue is worn linkage or stop geometry inside the manifold.
  • Ignoring carbon and mechanical drag that prevent full runner travel.
  • Treating P2015 as a throttle-body code because of the hesitation complaint.
Repair path

Practical fix guidance

  • Fix the proven mechanical wear, actuator travel issue, or feedback problem instead of guessing.
  • After repair, make sure Bank 1 runner position reaches both expected stops cleanly.
  • Verify that related IMRC codes do not return once feedback and movement agree again.
Vehicle context

Affected brands in this MVP

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Aliases and common searches

English phrases tied to P2015

Useful when the driver knows the wording but not the exact DTC yet.

  • intake manifold runner position sensor range performance bank 1
  • P2015 intake runner code
  • bank 1 runner position range performance
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FAQ

Quick questions about P2015

Why is P2015 so often a mechanical wear issue?

Because the runner position can drift out of range when linkage wear or stop damage changes where the flap actually rests.

Does P2015 always need a complete manifold?

No. Some cases are actuator, linkage, or repair-kit problems rather than a full manifold replacement.

How is P2015 different from P2014?

P2014 is a more general Bank 1 position-sensor circuit fault. P2015 specifically points to range or performance that no longer tracks correctly.