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DTC Detection Logic

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DTC DETECTION LOGIC CHART

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0101 Mass air flow sensor circuit range/performance A) A high voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM under light load driving condition.
  • Harness or connectors (The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
  • Mass air flow sensor
  • EVAP control system pressure sensor
B) A low voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM under heavy load driving condition.
  • Harness or connectors (The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
  • Intake air leakage
  • Mass air flow sensor
  • EVAP control system pressure sensor
  • Intake air temperature sensor