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P2016 Toyota Code - Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor / Switch Circuit Low Bank 1

Quick Answer

The Tumble Control Valve (TCV) is built into the intake manifold. Common causes include Faulty Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor (Built into Intake Air Control Valve Actuator), Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor harness is open or shorted, Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P2016 Toyota indicates Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor / Switch Circuit Low Bank 1.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor (Built into Intake Air Control Valve Actuator), Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor harness is open or shorted, Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 6,322

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P2016 Toyota Description

The Tumble Control Valve (TCV) is built into the intake manifold. The Intake Air Control Valve Actuator (For Tumble Control Valve) is composed of a position sensor and a DC motor. The DC motor opens and closes the tumble control valve in response to signals from the Engine Control Module (ECM). The Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor is a non-contact type sensor. The position sensor measures the opening angle of the tumble control valve. The sensor is reliable and accurate, as it is electrically controlled by Hall-effect elements. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor output voltage is less than 0.2 V for more than 0.5 seconds (short).

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2016 Toyota?

Faulty Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor (Built into Intake Air Control Valve Actuator)
Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
Tumble Control Valve Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

How to Fix the DTC P2016 Toyota?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P2016 Toyota code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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P2016 2017 Toyota RAV4 — Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor / Switch Circuit Low Bank 1
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