Diagnostic Instructions

DTC Descriptors

DTC P0102: Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Circuit Low Frequency

DTC P0103: Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Circuit High Frequency

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit	Short to Ground	High Resistance	Open	Short to Voltage	Signal Performance
Ignition 1 Voltage	P0102	P0101, P0102	P0102	--	P0101, P0103
MAF Sensor Signal	P0102	P0102	P0102	P0102	P0101, P0103, P1101
Ground	--	P0102	P0102	--	P0102

Typical Scan Tool Data

MAF Sensor

Circuit	Normal Range	Short to Ground	Open	Short to Voltage
Ignition 1 Voltage	--	0 Hz	0 Hz	--
MAF Sensor Signal	1,700-9,500 Hz	0 Hz	0 Hz	0 Hz
Ground	--	--	0 Hz	--

Circuit/System Description

The mass air flow (MAF) sensor is integrated with the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor. The MAF sensor is an air flow meter that measures the amount of air entering the engine. The engine control module (ECM) uses the MAF sensor signal to provide the correct fuel delivery for all engine speeds and loads. A small quantity of air entering the engine indicates a deceleration or idle condition. A large quantity of air entering the engine indicates an acceleration or high load condition. The MAF/IAT sensor has the following circuits:

The ECM applies 5 volts to the MAF sensor on the MAF sensor signal circuit. The sensor uses the voltage to produce a frequency based on the inlet air flow through the sensor bore. The frequency varies within a range of near 1,700 Hertz at idle to near 9,500 Hertz at maximum engine load.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0102

The ECM detects that the MAF Sensor parameter is less than 1,867 Hz for more than 5 seconds.

P0103

The ECM detects that the MAF Sensor parameter is more than 14,500 Hz for more than 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0102 and P0103 are Type B DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0102 and P0103 are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Electrical Information Reference

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Special Tools Required

J 38522 Variable Signal Generator

Circuit/System Testing

Important: All electrical components and accessories must be turned OFF and allowed to power down.

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the MAF/IAT harness connector at the MAF/IAT sensor.
2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the ground circuit and ground.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.

3. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition circuit and ground.

⇒	If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.

4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the signal circuit and ground.

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

5. Connect the J 38522 to the vehicle. Refer to Component Testing for instructions.

Component Testing

To determine if the ECM can properly process the MAF sensor frequency signal, connect the J 38522 to the vehicle as follows:

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Connect the battery voltage supply, and ground the black lead.
3. Connect the red lead to the signal circuit of the MAF sensor.
4. Set the Duty Cycle switch to Normal.
5. Set the Frequency switch to 5 K.
6. Set the Signal switch to 5 V.
7. Start the engine.
8. Observe the MAF Sensor parameter for the correct range of 4,950-5,025 Hz.

⇒	If the MAF Sensor parameter is not within the specified range, replace the ECM.

⇒	If the MAF Sensor parameter is within the specified range, replace the MAF sensor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.