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P1167 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1167

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1167 means

P1167
Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 2 - range/performance problem VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 2 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Intake leak
  • wiring
  • MAF sensor
Applies to Audi
P1167
Mass Air Flow Sensor 2 Unplausible Signal VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Mass Air Flow Sensor 2 Unplausible Signal circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1167

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

167

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1167

What does P1167 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module judged the Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Bank 2 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1167 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1167 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 P1167 at file level?

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