Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 1 - open circuit/short to ground
VAG · engine
Data confidence62%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 1 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
Wiring open circuit/short to ground
MAF sensor
Applies toAudi
P1144
Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70): Open or Short to Ground
VAG · engine
Data confidence88%
The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70): Open or circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17552. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Symptoms
MIL on
Excessive smoke from Exhaust
Reduced Engine Output
Possible causes
Fuse or Wiring Harness Issue
Failed Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70)
Recommended checks
Check Fuses and Wiring Harness, see Factory Repair Manual
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
1
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
144
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1144
What does P1144 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 1 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Is P1144 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1144 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1144 at file level?
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