P1516
IMRC Input Error (Bank 1)
What it means
P1516 means IMRC Input Error (Bank 1).
Check these first
- Intake manifold runner control hardware that binds or seizes
- A damaged or obstructed intake manifold runner control linkage
- An intake manifold runner control actuator that will not move
- A poor connection at the intake manifold runner control connector
What to do next
- Command the intake manifold runner control with a scan tool
- Watch the runner control monitor switch state change
- Inspect the runner control linkage for binding and obstruction
- Inspect the runner control actuator connector and wiring
- Replace the intake manifold runner control assembly if it stays stuck
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.