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Mazda 3 (2014), Skyactiv, 2.2 diesel, P0101 error

  • 28-09-2024 5:59pm
    #1
    raspberrypi67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 831 ✭✭✭


    hi folks,

    just wondering if there are any expert Mazda mazda mechanics that deal a lot with the likes of these cars?

    many thanks



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  • #2
    LIGHTNING
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 724 CMod ✭✭✭✭LIGHTNING


    Those engines are heaps of junk. A quick google for that error code →

    0101 error code from the check engine system on a Mazda by replacing the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.

    If its just a MAF sensor that needs replacing consider yourself lucky.



  • #3
    raspberrypi67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 831 ✭✭✭raspberrypi67


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122663767#Comment_122663767

    yes, I agree , they are heaps of junk. Is it worth investigating further or should I run away. I'm being quoted 4k for worst case scenario of new cam shaft and timing chain. Seems to also be a problem with a Devi device between the clutch and gearbox….



  • #4
    User1998
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,686 ✭✭✭User1998


    I’d nearly try sell it while its still drivable. Maybe clear the code and trade it in to a garage



  • #5
    LIGHTNING
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 724 CMod ✭✭✭✭LIGHTNING


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122663818#Comment_122663818

    Its not worth saving it if it is 4k. A decent mechanic should be able to do a quick diagnostic. Simple MAF swap (if it is that would be cheap enough)



  • #6
    crasy dash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,626 ✭✭✭crasy dash


    Those cars are nothing but trouble to be fair and at that age and perhaps high mileage not worth fixing if it's going to be a large repair without proper diagnostics

    Peter Kennedy of Kennedy Garage Portlaw would be highly regarded with Mazdas have a look on YouTube for his channel plenty of uploads on the numerous issues on that 2.2 lump



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  • #7
    Dartz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,405 ✭✭✭Dartz


    Just make sure it hasn't diluted its oil with diesel.

    Could just be the MAF needing a spray of cleaner or something.



  • #8
    raspberrypi67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 831 ✭✭✭raspberrypi67


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122664342#Comment_122664342

    that doesent explain the very poor power in the car at this stage. I'm thinking the wort tbh.

    What do folks thing of a 4 year old Focus, I like ford, used to have a ford never really had a problem. Would a Petrol Focus be good choice, circa 2020??



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