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P1144 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1144

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1144 means

P1144
Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 1 - open circuit/short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

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 to Audi
P1144
Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70): Open or Short to Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 88%

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
  • Check Measuring Value Blocks
  • Check EGR with TDI engines
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1144

P

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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