P0100
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Circuit
2014-2021 Mazda Mazda6 2.5L I4 🇩🇪
Moderate SeverityPowertrain
Description
The PCM detected a general malfunction in the Mass Air Flow sensor circuit.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Poor acceleration
- Rough idle
- Engine stalling
- Black smoke
Common Causes
- Faulty MAF sensor
- Dirty MAF sensor element
- Air leak after MAF
- Wiring issue
- Damaged air filter
Diagnostic Steps
- Inspect MAF sensor for contamination
- Check for air leaks between MAF and throttle body
- Test MAF signal with scan tool
- Inspect wiring and connector
- Try cleaning MAF with approved cleaner
Repair Notes
Clean MAF sensor with electronics cleaner. Replace if cleaning does not resolve.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0100 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P0100 mean on a 2014-2021 Mazda Mazda6?
P0100 stands for "Mass Air Flow (MAF) Circuit". The PCM detected a general malfunction in the Mass Air Flow sensor circuit.
What are the symptoms of P0100 on a Mazda Mazda6?
Common symptoms of P0100 include: Check Engine Light, Poor acceleration, Rough idle, Engine stalling, Black smoke.
What causes P0100 on a 2014-2021 Mazda Mazda6?
Common causes of P0100 include: Faulty MAF sensor, Dirty MAF sensor element, Air leak after MAF, Wiring issue, Damaged air filter.