Dorman 911-897 intake manifold flap motor for the 2007-2008 GMC Acadia V6 3.6L and other vehicles moves the intake manifold runner flaps. It is built to replace a flap motor that has failed from sticking or closed runners, seized linkages and shafts, or wear.
- Varies the length of the intake tract and manages intake air to help optimize engine power and efficiency
- Helps restore engine operation, fuel economy and emissions when a failed flap motor is the cause
- Square female connector with four blade terminals
- Housing made of plastic
- Dorman OE Solutions product line
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 911-897 intake manifold flap motor
- Also called: engine intake manifold flap motor
- Fits: 2007-2008 GMC Acadia V6 3.6L and other vehicles
- Material: Plastic housing
- Condition: New
A check-engine light, a drop in power or a rough idle can come from a flap motor that has stopped working, though the same signs can have other causes. Before you replace the motor, rule out a seized linkage or shaft, sticking runners and a fault in the four-terminal connector.
Fits
It fits the 2007-2008 GMC Acadia V6 3.6L, the 2008 Buick Enclave V6 3.6L and the 2007-2008 Saturn Outlook V6 3.6L as a direct replacement for the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) motor. This listing is a single motor, and a V6 3.6L takes one in total.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Terminal quantity: 4
- Terminal type: blade, female
- Connector: female, square
Build and materials
- Housing material: plastic
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One intake manifold flap motor. A gasket or seal and installation hardware are not included, so plan on new bolts or screws.
Interchange: 12590943 · 12616692 · IMRC8
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
12590943, 12616692, IMRC8
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this engine intake manifold flap motor replace the IMRC on the 2008 Buick Enclave V6 3.6L?
Yes. Dorman 911-897 is a direct replacement for the IMRC motor on the 2008 Buick Enclave V6 3.6L, and it also fits the 2007-2008 Saturn Outlook V6 3.6L.
Does the Dorman 911-897 come with a gasket or mounting hardware?
No. Dorman 911-897 is one intake manifold flap motor. A gasket or seal and installation hardware are not included.
What kind of connector does this flap motor have?
The connector is square and female, with four female blade terminals. The housing is plastic.
Why do intake manifold flap motors fail?
An original flap motor can fail from sticking or closed runners, seized linkages and shafts, or simple wear.
Does the Dorman 911-897 replace number 12616692?
Yes. 12616692 is one of the numbers Dorman 911-897 replaces, along with 12590943 and IMRC8.
