Before replacing the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, try replacing the air filter and cleaning the Mass Air Flow Sensor with low compressed air or Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner. Reset the code and drive the vehicle. If the code comes back, you must replace the Mass Air Flow Sensor to fix the problem.
There is a factory service bulletin for the following Nissan Models:
2013–2018 Nissan Sentra
2013–2018 Nissan Sentra Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P0101
There is a factory service bulletin for the following Nissan Models:
2011-2012 Nissan Altima Sedan
2011-2012 Nissan Altima Coupe
2011-2012 Nissan Sentra
2011-2012 Nissan Maxima
2011-2012 Nissan Cube
2011-2012 Nissan Pathfinder
2011-2012 Nissan Xterra
2011-2012 Nissan Frontier
If the P0101 code is set and there are no drivability problems, the factory service bulletin suggests reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) to repair the problem. Bulletin No. NTB12-051d
Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.
The cost to diagnose the P0101 Nissan code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
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