P0103
Medium SeverityMass Air Flow Sensor Circuit High Input
Fuel System
What Does P0103 Mean?
The MAF sensor is reading higher than expected airflow. This causes the engine to run rich. Could be a sensor fault or an intake leak.
Common Fix
Replace MAF sensor
Estimated Cost (DIY)
$40 - $150
Symptoms
- ⚠️Rich running (black exhaust)
- ⚠️Poor fuel economy
- ⚠️Check engine light
- ⚠️Rough idle
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Common Causes
How to Diagnose P0103
- 1Inspect MAF sensor connector
- 2Check intake duct for cracks
- 3Clean MAF sensor
- 4Test MAF output with scan tool
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Related Codes
The MAF sensor is reading outside the expected range for current engine conditions. Could be dirty, defective, or have an air leak after the sensor.
The MAF sensor is reporting lower airflow than expected. The engine thinks less air is entering than actually is, causing a lean condition.
Bank 1 is running rich — too much fuel relative to air. The ECM cannot trim enough fuel out to compensate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What causes P0103?
- Usually a failed MAF sensor or a short in the sensor wiring. Sometimes caused by an oiled aftermarket air filter contaminating the sensor element.
- Can an oiled air filter cause P0103?
- Yes — oiled aftermarket filters (like some K&N filters) can contaminate the MAF sensor wire, causing false high readings.
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