What does code P1416 mean?

Q: What does code P1416 mean?

Port Air Circuit. P1416 on Mazda vehicles indicates a fault in the port air circuit, which is part of the secondary air injection system that helps reduce exhaust emissions during cold starts. The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the circuit for expected electrical behavior and sets this code when it detects an open, short, or out-of-range condition in the port air solenoid or its wiring.

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P1416 · MazdaPort Air Circuit

P1416 on Mazda vehicles indicates a fault in the port air circuit, which is part of the secondary air injection system that helps reduce exhaust emissions during cold starts. The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the circuit for expected electrical behavior and sets this code when it detects an open, short, or out-of-range condition in the port air solenoid or its wiring.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeMazda specific

SeverityLow

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaAuxiliary emission controls

Guidance is general and written for Mazda vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.