What does Code P200A indicate in a Kia vehicle?

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What does Code P200A mean for a Kia vehicle?

Hello Kia members,

I recently encountered a Code P200A and P200A on my 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 3.5L. After some troubleshooting, I replaced the intake runner and cleared the code with my BlueDriver OBD2 Scanner, but it reappeared. I’ve checked all the runners for mechanical issues, including the harnesses, and everything seems fine.

I suspect the issue might be with the lower intake manifold, possibly the flaps aren’t functioning correctly or are damaged. However, before purchasing a replacement part, I wanted to get your input to make sure I’m on the right track.

Has anyone experienced a similar problem? I want to avoid driving the car in this condition to prevent any further internal mechanical damage.

Thanks in advance.

P.S. Can I remove the lower intake manifold, inspect it for damage, and if it’s just clogged with gunk, deep clean it and reinstall it? My mechanic is quoting me $800 for parts and labor, but I believe I could do it myself.

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Search the forum for information on intake runners.

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Don’t assume the issue is with the intake, it might be an electrical problem:

Possible causes of the P200A KIA code include:

  • Intake manifold runner binding or sticking
  • Faulty manifold flow valve
  • Open or shorted manifold flow valve harness
  • Poor electrical connection in the manifold flow valve circuit

Additionally, there could be slight differences between the longitudinally mounted 3.5 (discussed in this forum) and the transverse mounted 3.5 (2011+ forum).

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Relocated based on the OP’s profile information.

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Appreciate the heads up :+1:

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Code P200A indicates an issue with the intake manifold runner control system. If the intake runner isn’t working correctly, it can cause performance problems and even damage the engine.

It sounds like you’ve already replaced the intake runner, so the issue might be with the lower intake manifold or its control system. Before replacing the manifold, try cleaning it thoroughly.

Sometimes, carbon buildup can prevent the flaps from working properly. If cleaning doesn’t resolve the issue, you’ll likely need to replace the manifold or its control module.

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Code P200A in a Kia vehicle indicates an issue with the intake manifold runner control system. This typically points to a problem with the intake manifold runner actuator or sensor, which can affect engine performance.