Cleaning intake manifold sensor switch

2008 DODGE AVENGER
210,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROB HENNICK
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The engine light code P2016 came on, intake manifold runner position switch. Can I fix this problem by taking off the runner position switch the actuator and cleaning it?
Nov 2, 2017 at 5:03 AM
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Yes always try cleaning before replacement.

Here is a guide to show you how to do the cleaning kind of:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

It is a throttle bore but you get the idea. Below are some diagrams of how it will be on your car.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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