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2009 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA

2.0L I4RWDMANUALgas
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P0236moderate severityPowertrain

Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor A Range/Performance

on 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4 · RWD

What this code means

The boost pressure sensor A reading is out of expected range.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Incorrect boost levels
  • Poor performance

Common causes

  • Sensor fault
  • Boost leak
  • Blocked sensor port

Diagnostic steps

  1. Compare sensor to actual boost
  2. Check for boost leaks
  3. Clean sensor port

Repair notes

Replace sensor or repair boost leak.

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