DTC (code) P0661 Powertrain, Intake Manifold Tuning Valve Control Circuit Low (Bank 1

[Google]

Has anyone experienced this code on their Mazda3? There's little info on it available online but it could mean the SSV Solenoid is faulty, but dealer wants to charge me a couple of hours labor to troubleshoot.

 

[concept]

Have you seen this page?

http://engine-codes.com/p0661_mazda.html

 

[Google]

Thanks concept for the link. I didn't see that webpage you have the link to, but I saw what appears to be excerpts from it on the Mazda RX forum. That was the closest I could get to the Mazda3.

I am thinking of going back to the dealer and having them replace the SSV solenoid, apparently is seems to be the one most likely with the Bank 1 fault code or should I wait until it gets worse. Your thoughts?

 

[concept]

Google, I would tell the mechanic to examine the connector and wiring before running a quick check of the solenoid. The Factory service manual most likely has a resistance checking step to verify if the solenoid is actually bad.

By the way, I used Bing to find that link.

 

[Google]

Thanks for the info. I'll do that.

I think I should also contact the board admin and have him change my handle to Bing. (silly)