P010C

Mass or Volume Air Flow Sensor B Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable engine idling
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Difficulty starting the engine

Causes

Malfunction of the mass air flow sensor (MAF B)
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Sensor contamination
ECU malfunction

How to Fix

Check the condition of the sensor wiring harness and connectors
Clean the mass air flow sensor (if dirty)
Check resistance and sensor signal
Replace sensor if necessary
Reset the error and check engine operation

Related codes

P010B P010D P0171 P0172