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Three trouble codes

First Code PO421 warm up catalyst below threshold bank 1.
Second Code P1173 no DTC definition found.
Third Code PO174 system to lean bank 2.

  • vmoseley May 18, 2009

    Thank You for your reply. With the number of possible causes for these codes could there possibly a common cause for all of them or will each one have a different solution. If so which would be the best to start with?

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Trouble Code: P0421


Catalyst Efficiency Below Normal (Bank 1)

Possible Causes:

Air leaks at the exhaust manifold or in the exhaust pipes
Catalytic converter is contaminated, damaged or has failed

Front HO2S and/or the rear HO2S is loose in the mounting hole

Front HO2S older (aged) than the rear HO2S (HO2S is lazy)

Front HO2S or rear HO2S is contaminated with fuel or moisture


Trouble Code: P1173

HO2S-21 (Bank 2 Sensor 1) Circuit Malfunction

Possible Causes:

Base engine mechanical fault affecting one or more cylinders

EVAP Purge valve stuck or the hoses to the valve are reversed

Fuel metering fault (fuel injector sticking open or leaking)

Fuel pressure too low or too high, fuel supply contaminated

HO2S element is contaminated or the HO2S heater has failed

PCV system has air leaks at the valve or related hoses



Trouble Code: P0174
Adaptive Fuel Trim Too Lean (Bank 2)

Possible Causes:

Vehicle driven low on fuel or until it ran out of fuel

One or more injectors restricted or pressure regulator has failed

Fuel delivery system supplying too much or too little fuel during cruise or idle periods (e.g., faulty fuel pump, or dirty fuel filter)

Air leaks after the MAF sensor, or air leaks in the PCV system

Air leaks at the EGR gasket, or at the EGR valve diaphragm

Exhaust leaks before or near where the front HO2S is mounted

HO2S is contaminated, deteriorated or it has failed

Fuel control sensor is out of calibration (i.e., ECT, IAT or MAP)

Base engine -mechanical- fault affecting one or more cylinders

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  • Anonymous May 18, 2009

    Addressing the possible causes of each code will lead you to the exact issue and will ,also, help in fixing this situation as well.

    Please rate and have a great day:)


  • Anonymous May 18, 2009

    Ok, each code represents an isolated issue and, each code will have to be addressed separately. All codes seem to be pointing to different sections of the engine and emissions sectors as well.

    For Example, the P0421 is mainly concerning the catalytic converter and conjoining sensors(O2). this will be mainly isolated within the exhaust system components like your exhaust manifold and gaskets and circuit O2 wiring harnesses and housings. I would start here first.


  • Anonymous May 18, 2009

    The P0174 can be as simple as replacing the EGR valve and PCV as well but, i recommend to do a thorough inspection by using all the possible causes above so that you can cover all bases and prevent any further codes or damage.

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