P207A code meaning
Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Position Sensor/Switch Circuit (Bank 2)
Powertrain system Generic code P20xx codes Check engine light
What P207A means
Unspecified circuit failure of the position feedback on the bank 2 tuning valve. It presupposes a second, separately sensed valve, which in practice means a V-engine with one switchable flap per bank. Nobody publishes this code: the GM tables use a single sensed valve (P2076 to P2078), and in Ford's literature only the runner control flaps (IMRC, P2004 onward) are monitored bank by bank. Following CARB, the controller still has to detect an open or shorted input even if it does not tell those cases apart. Because the bank 2 sensor usually sits at the rear of the manifold, chafed wiring under the cowl is worth checking first; for a pure bank 1 fault see P2075, for refined bank 2 fault types P207C and P207D.
P207A at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P207A
- Check engine light (manufacturer-dependent)
- Mostly no change in driving behaviour
Common causes of P207A
- Most likelyPoorly accessible bank 2 connector not latched or corroded
- PossibleHarness chafed between manifold and bulkhead
- PossiblePosition sensor of the bank 2 actuator failed
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Imt position sensor
What each part of P207A means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 0 | Area: fuel and air metering and auxiliary emission controls. |
| 7A | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P207A and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P207A
What does P207A mean?
P207A means "Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) Valve Position Sensor/Switch Circuit (Bank 2)". Unspecified circuit failure of the position feedback on the bank 2 tuning valve. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P207A?
Usually yes, for a short time, if the check engine light is steady and the car drives normally. If the light flashes or the car runs badly, stop and have it checked.
Will P207A fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P207A is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P207A to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will P207A clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.