P0661 Severity
Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.
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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.
The Intake Manifold Tuning Valve allows additional air to flow through the intake at higher RPMs. If the engine computer (PCM) detects that the Intake Manifold Tuning Valve is not operating as requested, code P0661 will be set.
OBD-II Code P0661 is defined as a Intake Manifold Tuning Valve Control Circuit Low
The Intake Manifold Tuning Valve allows additional air to flow through the intake at higher RPMs. If the engine computer (PCM) detects that the Intake Manifold Tuning Valve is not operating as requested, code P0661 will be set.
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