P0500 is a OBDII trouble code that affects the Mazda 6‘s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). The VSS sends a signal to the engine’s computer letting it know how fast that the vehicle is going. The 6 uses this signal for many vehicle functions. It helps control transmission shifts, ABS, cruise control, the speedometer, and … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Mazda 6. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your 6’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Mazda 6 is the P0496 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your 6 into an OBDII scanner. Below, you’ll find the most common symptoms and ways to diagnose the P0496 in your Mazda 6. Good Luck! … Read more
P0306 is a fairly common trouble code with the Mazda 6. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0306 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your 6. The nice thing about P0306 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, which makes diagnosing the problems much … Read more
P0305 is a fairly common trouble code with the Mazda 6. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0305 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your 6. The nice thing about P0305 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, which makes diagnosing the problems simpler … Read more
P0021 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Mazda 6 can have VVT, and is prone to developing this code. P0021 is a generic OBDII code. This means that it has the same definition regardless of the make … Read more
P0122 is a common trouble code with the Mazda 6. It’s an OBDII code that references issues with the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). It is relatively serious problem since it can leave your vehicle stranded or severely limited. OBDII code P0122 is a serious problem that requires serious attention. Diagnosing it can be … Read more
P0457 is a somewhat common trouble code with the Mazda 6. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug your 6 into a OBDII scanner. P0457 Indicates that there is a leak in the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System. It is similar to P0455 (large leak) and P0456 (small leak) … Read more
P0455 in the Mazda 6 is a trouble code that indicates your truck has a LARGE evaporative emissions leak. With this code, you shouldn’t notice any symptoms besides perhaps a noticeable fuel smell. P0455 usually is not an immediate threat to the driveability of your 6. But, whenever the check engine light is on, it’s … Read more
A somewhat common issue with the Mazda 6 is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug it into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very often … Read more