2002 Mazda MPV check engine&tcs light is on

2002 MAZDA MPV
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MURPHYSBORO
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the engine runs ok most of the time but when it has a hesition the tcs lignt and sometime the tcs lihgt comes on. i have had the codes checked and was told it was the sensor on the air cleaner . I don,t understand how this causes two different lights. thanks hb.
Dec 20, 2007 at 4:27 PM
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[quote:bdb1553a92="murphysboro"]Computer problem
2002 Mazda MPV 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 130000 miles
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the engine runs ok most of the time but when it has a hesition the tcs lignt and sometime the tcs lihgt comes on. i have had the codes checked and was told it was the sensor on the air cleaner . I don,t understand how this causes two different lights. thanks hb.[/quote:bdb1553a92]


ecm depand on sensors to control fuel injectors
so if one of them sensor not giving the correct reading ecm will turn check engine light on and tcs
because it can not fully funtion
Dec 20, 2007 at 5:10 PM
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TARHEELBLUE73
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The sensor I think you are referring to is the mass air flow sensor. Having the same problem with mine. Also check the idle air controller and your intake hoses for cracks/holes.
Mar 27, 2008 at 8:59 AM
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