P2006 Error code/Black soot buildup
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P2006 Error code/Black soot buildup
Hello, all!.This is my first post. Be gentle.
Not the biggest car guru, but I am fully capable of DIY jobs, in reason. I just recently got my state inspection (TX) for my 2008 Audi A6 3.2L (base model), and literally the next few hours, the CEL came on. Just my luck.
I ran to AutoZone, and it reads x2 P2006 error codes: intake manifold runner control circuit has detected a stuck closed intake runner flap for bank 1. I checked the hose lines in the front of the engine bay and I did not see any visible cracks, not did I hear any vacuum leaks. What else could cause this CEL to illuminate? I don't have access to a VAGCOM reader, but my research online has shown its roughly the same error codes. How do I diagnose this issue further? What else could possibly throw off this particular CEL code? Could it be the intake manifold gasket?
Also, this may or may not be related, but I've notice a lot of black soot buildup underneath the hood. It's virtually everywhere. I'm assuming it's a gasket from the valve covers, but I would like to get some suggestions from the community. Thank you all!
Not the biggest car guru, but I am fully capable of DIY jobs, in reason. I just recently got my state inspection (TX) for my 2008 Audi A6 3.2L (base model), and literally the next few hours, the CEL came on. Just my luck.
I ran to AutoZone, and it reads x2 P2006 error codes: intake manifold runner control circuit has detected a stuck closed intake runner flap for bank 1. I checked the hose lines in the front of the engine bay and I did not see any visible cracks, not did I hear any vacuum leaks. What else could cause this CEL to illuminate? I don't have access to a VAGCOM reader, but my research online has shown its roughly the same error codes. How do I diagnose this issue further? What else could possibly throw off this particular CEL code? Could it be the intake manifold gasket?
Also, this may or may not be related, but I've notice a lot of black soot buildup underneath the hood. It's virtually everywhere. I'm assuming it's a gasket from the valve covers, but I would like to get some suggestions from the community. Thank you all!
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Hello, all!.This is my first post. Be gentle.
Not the biggest car guru, but I am fully capable of DIY jobs, in reason. I just recently got my state inspection (TX) for my 2008 Audi A6 3.2L (base model), and literally the next few hours, the CEL came on. Just my luck.
I ran to AutoZone, and it reads x2 P2006 error codes: intake manifold runner control circuit has detected a stuck closed intake runner flap for bank 1. I checked the hose lines in the front of the engine bay and I did not see any visible cracks, not did I hear any vacuum leaks. What else could cause this CEL to illuminate? I don't have access to a VAGCOM reader, but my research online has shown its roughly the same error codes. How do I diagnose this issue further? What else could possibly throw off this particular CEL code? Could it be the intake manifold gasket?
Also, this may or may not be related, but I've notice a lot of black soot buildup underneath the hood. It's virtually everywhere. I'm assuming it's a gasket from the valve covers, but I would like to get some suggestions from the community. Thank you all!
Not the biggest car guru, but I am fully capable of DIY jobs, in reason. I just recently got my state inspection (TX) for my 2008 Audi A6 3.2L (base model), and literally the next few hours, the CEL came on. Just my luck.
I ran to AutoZone, and it reads x2 P2006 error codes: intake manifold runner control circuit has detected a stuck closed intake runner flap for bank 1. I checked the hose lines in the front of the engine bay and I did not see any visible cracks, not did I hear any vacuum leaks. What else could cause this CEL to illuminate? I don't have access to a VAGCOM reader, but my research online has shown its roughly the same error codes. How do I diagnose this issue further? What else could possibly throw off this particular CEL code? Could it be the intake manifold gasket?
Also, this may or may not be related, but I've notice a lot of black soot buildup underneath the hood. It's virtually everywhere. I'm assuming it's a gasket from the valve covers, but I would like to get some suggestions from the community. Thank you all!
As for the P2006, sound like you've got a vacuum leak and I'd check this out: https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-.../#post24276198
It's common enough and a fairly easy fix. BTW, my guess is that your engine has a ton of carbon build-up considering the state of it and most likely no one has ever done a carbon cleaning on it.
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Yeah, shes a dirty one. I'll be cleaning her this weekend, as well as tackling this error code. Any tips for a DIY carbon cleaning? I can't afford a ridiculous $1300 price tag from Audi for a cleaning...
I inspected the hoses again, and they feel/look in good shape. No cracks and they do not feel brittle.
I inspected the hoses again, and they feel/look in good shape. No cracks and they do not feel brittle.
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Yeah, shes a dirty one. I'll be cleaning her this weekend, as well as tackling this error code. Any tips for a DIY carbon cleaning? I can't afford a ridiculous $1300 price tag from Audi for a cleaning...
I inspected the hoses again, and they feel/look in good shape. No cracks and they do not feel brittle.
I inspected the hoses again, and they feel/look in good shape. No cracks and they do not feel brittle.
As for carbon cleaning DIY, here you go:
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Roger that. Let's say I am able to get a smoke tester (hehe, or just use my vape pen), should I simply disconnect the hose from both ends and try? If I was to test the whole system with an actual smoke tester, where would I plug into?
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https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...ption-2965761/
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First off, thanks for the help with all of this! That's what I am hoping is the case. I don't hear any vacuum leaks like in the video you just linked, but I hope it's just the hose being worn at the 90 joint.
I can barely get my hand down in there, but I can just remove the power steering reservoir out of the way, I assume. Will I need the Dorman male adapters for both ends, assuming I use 3.5mm/.3175" vacuum hosing? I'm unsure if I am going to need any other adapters, if I am replacing entirely.
I can barely get my hand down in there, but I can just remove the power steering reservoir out of the way, I assume. Will I need the Dorman male adapters for both ends, assuming I use 3.5mm/.3175" vacuum hosing? I'm unsure if I am going to need any other adapters, if I am replacing entirely.
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Here are other viewing angles of the possibly problematic vacuum line.
However, errors related to the intake manifold being stuck open or closed is very likely due to a dirty or bad throttle body in my humble opinion. I even think the intake manifold flap is the throttle body.
However, errors related to the intake manifold being stuck open or closed is very likely due to a dirty or bad throttle body in my humble opinion. I even think the intake manifold flap is the throttle body.
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