2004 BMW 325I HAS CODE P16A7

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JERRYTBERRYMAN
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Car shuts off for no reason, can do it at 20 mph or 60 mph. Replaced fuel pump & filter and is throwing misfire code as well as P16A7
Nov 29, 2011 at 5:59 AM
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This is a code that is a problem with the mass airflow sensor. It probably needs to be cleaned. If cleaning doesn't work you will need to replace it, Here are a couple of guides that will show you how to fix the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mass-air-flow-service

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-mass-air-flow-sensor-maf

and to clear the codes when done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/check-engine-light-clear-codes

Please let us know happens so it will help others.

Best, Ken


Dec 9, 2016 at 2:01 AM
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