OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

Causes, inspection steps and sources — a comprehensive DIY archive. Created and maintained with love for the detail. Good luck and have fun!

Powertrain generic / SAE

P0068

MAP/MAF - Throttle Position Correlation

The ECU detects implausibility between throttle position and the airflow or intake manifold pressure measured. At a given throttle angle the air mass deviates beyond rationality limits.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number– / 68

Possible causes

  • Large unmetered vacuum leak high
  • Throttle body dirty or sticking medium
  • MAF sensor drift medium

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Power loss, hesitation under acceleration
  • Rough or unstable idle
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible difficulty starting

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 80–500 €
  • Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
  • Component: throttle position sensor
  • Component: mass air flow sensor
  • Component: manifold absolute pressure sensor
  • Component: intake manifold
  • Component: throttle body
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • drive cycle required

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication