P1004 Short runner valve control or performance fault (Chrysler and Dodge)

Short runner valve (intake manifold) performance

Severity not verified — if the car runs badly, have it inspected

The bulletins describe a check engine light for a manifold valve fault, but none states a severity class.

Source: how we rate severity

P1004 in short

On Dodge and Chrysler, P1004 means the intake manifold short runner valve is not performing as commanded. Chrysler bulletins fix it with a new valve, connector and pigtail on 2009 Ram trucks, a computer update on 2012 Ram 2500, and warn minivan owners not to replace the manifold.

The short runner valve changes the effective length of the intake passage to help power at different engine speeds. P1004 is stored when the computer finds it is not doing what it commands.

Chrysler bulletin TB-18-016-09 says the valve wiring on 2009 Ram trucks was too short and wore, so it replaces the valve, connector and pigtail. Bulletin 18-009-13 reprograms the powertrain computer for P1004 on the 2012 Ram 2500.

Service information 9001645 for 3.5L minivans and sedans says not to replace the intake manifold for a short runner valve fault (P1004, P2008, P2016, P2017).

Pick your make

P1004 is a manufacturer-specific code: its meaning depends on who built the car.

Other makes: meaning not verified. Check with a scan tool that reads manufacturer definitions.

Most likely causes

  1. Short runner valve, connector or wiring worn (Ram 2009)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    TB-18-016-09 says the valve wiring takeout was too short and wore, and replaces the valve, connector and pigtail for P1004 on 2009 Ram trucks.
    What would change this
    Rises on a 2009 Ram with worn wiring at the valve. Falls if wiring is intact.

  2. Powertrain computer software needing an update (2012 Ram 2500)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    Chrysler 18-009-13 reprograms the PCM for P1004 on the 2012 Ram 2500.
    What would change this
    Rises if a dealer finds the update open for your VIN.

  3. Short runner valve actuator fault (3.5L engines)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    Chrysler 9001645 treats P1004 among SRV faults and says the manifold itself should not be replaced for them.
    What would change this
    Rises if the actuator does not move when commanded.

What to test first

Start at step 1. Each result tells you what it means and where to go next.

  1. Ask a dealer whether a bulletin or software update applies to your VIN and have the short runner valve and its wiring inspected.

    Best left to a shopTool: maker scan tool

    Warning:The valve sits on the intake manifold near hot and moving engine parts. Leave it to a shop.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on

How to fix

Parts and cost context

  • Short runner valve and connector:Do not replace the intake manifold for an SRV fault on affected 3.5L models. Labour varies; get a quote.

Labor varies by vehicle and shop; get a quote before you approve a repair.

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On your vehicle

Dodge

  • 2009 · Ram

    Supported by vehicle data

    Chrysler TB-18-016-09 replaces the short runner valve, connector and pigtail for P1004 on 2009 Ram trucks. Whether it is still current is not verified.

  • 2012 · Ram

    Supported by vehicle data

    Chrysler 18-009-13 reprograms the powertrain computer for P1004 on the 2012 Ram 2500.

  • TB-18-016-09Status unverified

    P1004 short runner valve, connector and pigtail

    2009ram · NHTSA 10030706

    Replace the valve, connector and wiring pigtail and add a tie-strap stud; the wiring takeout was too short and wore.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • 18-009-13Status unverified

    Flash: MIL, P1004 short runner valve control performance

    2012ram · NHTSA 10128959

    Reprograms the powertrain computer.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • 9001645 (dodge)Status unverified

    Short runner valve (actuator) service information

    2007–2010avenger, caravan, journey, magnum · NHTSA 10136933

    Do not replace the intake manifold for an SRV fault.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Chrysler

  • 9001645 (chrysler)Status unverified

    Short runner valve (actuator) service information

    2007–2010200, 300, 300-lwb, pacifica, town-and-country · NHTSA 10136933

    Do not replace the intake manifold for an SRV fault.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • 1800307Status unverified

    MIL on, P1004 short runner valve performance

    2007pacifica · NHTSA 10021091

    NHTSA summary does not state the repair.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

No curated relationships for P1004 yet.

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Sources and review

  1. Chrysler TB-18-016-09 P1004 short runner valve, connector and pigtail — NHTSA (manufacturer communication)
  2. Chrysler 18-009-13 flash: MIL P1004 short runner valve control performance — NHTSA (manufacturer communication)
  3. Chrysler 9001645 short runner valve (actuator) service information — NHTSA (manufacturer communication)
  4. Chrysler 1800307 MIL on, P1004 short runner valve performance — NHTSA (manufacturer communication)
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