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P2096 Mazda Code - Target A/F Feedback System Too Lean

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2096 Mazda?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Leakage exhaust gas
  • Middle HO2S malfunction
  • IAT sensor malfunction
  • ECT sensor malfunction
  • Air suction in intake-air system
  • Front HO2S malfunction
  • MAF sensor malfunction
  • Insufficient fuel line pressure
  • Fuel pump unit malfunction
  • Leakage fuel
  • Improper operation of ignition system
  • Insufficient engine compression
  • Fuel injector malfunction
  • PCM malfunction

Code Tech Notes

Some 2007-2009 Mazda CX-7, 2007-2009 Mazdaspeed3, and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles may experience hesitation or surging when accelerating after engine warm-up. These symptoms may be noticed by the customer before a MIL illumination with DTC P0134, P2096, P2097, P2177, P2187, P2188, P2195, or P2237 is stored in memory. This may be caused by a front O2 sensor signal failure due to a crack on the primary or secondary O2 sensor cells.

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How to Fix the DTC P2096 Mazda?

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.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P2096 Mazda 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.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P2096 Mazda Code Mean?

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the target Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) fuel trim when under the target A/F feedback control. If the fuel trim is less than the specification, the PCM determines that the target A/F feedback system is too lean, and the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set.

P2096 Mazda Code - Target A/F Feedback System Too Lean

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