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2005 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA

1.8L I4RWDMANUALgas
Repairs0Labor512Torque3682Fluid7DTC803Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2016low severityPowertrain

Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Low Bank 1

on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8L I4 · RWD

What this code means

Low signal from the intake manifold runner position sensor on bank 1.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Runs in default mode

Common causes

  • Sensor short to ground
  • Wiring damage
  • Failed sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Measure sensor output voltage
  2. Check wiring for shorts

Repair notes

Replace position sensor or repair wiring.

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