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P1538 Ford - Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 2

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Ford. All interpretations of P1538

P · PowertrainEngine managementOBD2

What P1538 means

P1538
Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 2 Ford · engine management Data confidence 80%

The control module determined that the Intake Manifold Runner Control did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • hoses blocked
  • mechanical fault
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1538

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

538

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1538

What does P1538 mean?

Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 2. The control module determined that the Intake Manifold Runner Control did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Is P1538 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1538 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1538 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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