What do these codes mean 120D and 121B?

2006 VOLVO XC70
162,000 MILES • 2.5L • 5 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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Latest codes (and most often codes) 120D and 121B.

Engine acts as if it will stall at stop lights, sometimes stalls at start-up. Check engine light can be on or off when issue happens. A message says, 'Engine system service required'.
At low speed it can hesitate also, as if miss-fire.

New mass air flow sensor, coils and plugs, and new fuel filter. Smoke test showed 2 leaks, but those are fixed now, and still has the problem.
Oct 19, 2022 at 1:01 PM
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Hello,

There are a few reasons why you will get these codes.
It could be due to wiring issue with the mass air flow sensor, specifically having improper resistance. Which can be due to corrosion or oxidation of the connectors.
It can also be due to having blockage in the intake system, dirty throttle body, bad mass air flow sensor.
A good first step would be to inspect those components and clean as necessary. Also check for corrosion to the connector.


Take a look at these helpful cleaning guides:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mass-air-flow-service
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

I have attached some information about the codes below.

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Oct 19, 2022 at 8:19 PM
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I will check the issues you mentioned. Cleaning the throttle body is beyond my abilities, as it is labor intensive to get to it. I may have a mechanic do that.
Thanks for your suggestions.
Oct 20, 2022 at 1:47 AM
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You are welcome. I have attached the throttle body procedure below in case you decide to tackle it yourself.
Oct 21, 2022 at 8:19 PM