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2010 Mazda 6 L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC PP0111:00 Set
Bulletin No: 01-030/10
Last Issued: 05/17/2010
Subject
MIL ILLUMINATION - DTC
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2009-2010 Mazda6 2.5L vehicles produced before October 27, 2009
DESCRIPTION
After being parked in the sun, some vehicles may experience a MIL illumination with DTC P0111:00 when starting the engine.
DTC P0111:00_IAT sensor circuit range/performance problem
Due to extreme heat, the difference between the intake air temperature sensor and the coolant temperature sensor readings exceed the threshold for malfunction detection (difference of IAT-ECT greater than 64°F (18°C) for 1.2 sec.) illuminates the MIL.
The PCM software logic has been changed accordingly:
1. Temperature threshold for malfunction detection has been changed from 64°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C).
2. Period threshold for malfunction detection has been extended from 1.2 sec. to 20 sec.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify customer concern.
NOTE:
Verify with the customer that the vehicle has been parked in the sun for several hours.
2. Verify that TSB 01-054/09 MAZDA SERVICE PROGRAM (MSP27) - READINESS CODE FOR EVAPORATIVE MONITORING SYSTEM" has been completed on the subject vehicle.
- If "M5P27" has not been completed on the subject vehicle, perform the repair according to the TSB 01-054/09.
- If "MSP27" has already been completed, diagnose the DTC (PO111:00) according to M53 online instructions or the Workshop Manual.
3. Verify repair.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
NOTE:
^ If TSB 01-054/09 MAZDA SERVICE PROGRAM (M5P27) - READINESS CODE FOR EVAPORATIVE MONITORING SYSTEM" is performed on the subject vehicle, use the existing warranty information in the service bulletin for the warranty claim.
^ If DTC PO111:00 is diagnosed according to M53 online instructions or the Workshop Manual, use normal diagnostic time.
Last Issued: 05/17/2010
Subject
MIL ILLUMINATION - DTC
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2009-2010 Mazda6 2.5L vehicles produced before October 27, 2009
DESCRIPTION
After being parked in the sun, some vehicles may experience a MIL illumination with DTC P0111:00 when starting the engine.
DTC P0111:00_IAT sensor circuit range/performance problem
Due to extreme heat, the difference between the intake air temperature sensor and the coolant temperature sensor readings exceed the threshold for malfunction detection (difference of IAT-ECT greater than 64°F (18°C) for 1.2 sec.) illuminates the MIL.
The PCM software logic has been changed accordingly:
1. Temperature threshold for malfunction detection has been changed from 64°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C).
2. Period threshold for malfunction detection has been extended from 1.2 sec. to 20 sec.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify customer concern.
NOTE:
Verify with the customer that the vehicle has been parked in the sun for several hours.
2. Verify that TSB 01-054/09 MAZDA SERVICE PROGRAM (MSP27) - READINESS CODE FOR EVAPORATIVE MONITORING SYSTEM" has been completed on the subject vehicle.
- If "M5P27" has not been completed on the subject vehicle, perform the repair according to the TSB 01-054/09.
- If "MSP27" has already been completed, diagnose the DTC (PO111:00) according to M53 online instructions or the Workshop Manual.
3. Verify repair.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
NOTE:
^ If TSB 01-054/09 MAZDA SERVICE PROGRAM (M5P27) - READINESS CODE FOR EVAPORATIVE MONITORING SYSTEM" is performed on the subject vehicle, use the existing warranty information in the service bulletin for the warranty claim.
^ If DTC PO111:00 is diagnosed according to M53 online instructions or the Workshop Manual, use normal diagnostic time.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.