What does computer code p1131 manufacturing control fuel air metering mean

bank 1 sensor 1 lean code. Check vacuum lines first. Could be egr leak also. Most vacuum lines run on the back side of the engine on these. Most common fail is the PCV 90 degree elbow. On the passenger side.

firstly check your 02 sesor bank 1 sensor 1 first because maybe 02 sensor death come out more fuel until air metering cannot control so air metering code came out and spark plug overdose fuel and misfire incur check with ohm meter to get the ohm from the 02 sensor rectify

think it could mean the mass air flow sensor in the air intake pipe ,but i would test this with a automotive meter and not a code reader to be honest

Hello,
P1131 = Lack of HO2S11 switch - sensor indicates lean, ( upstream heated oxygen sensor )
This oxygen sensor is located before the catalytic converter, ( refered to as UPSTREAM )

P1151 = Lack of HO2S21 switch - sensor indicates lean, ( could be up, or downstream heated oxygen sensor ) " Downstream ", meaning after the catalytic converter.

PO174 = System too lean, ( bank 2 ) The fuel/air mix ratio is bad.

These DCT codes are generally caused by a problem with the emissions system. The following items are a few of the most common items to trigger those codes.

1. Dirty air filter. ( very common )
2. Faulty idle air control valve. ( common )
3. MAF, ( mass air flow ), sensor. ( very common )

All 3 of the above can prevent the onboard computer from determining the proper fuel/air mix ratio.
The oxygen sensors measure to insure the fuel/air mix produces maximum power with minimal emissions.

I hope this helps you.
Feel free to contact me in the comment section if you have a question.

this problem code is p1131, manufacturer control fuel air metering. this means the o2 sensor on bank one is bad. bank 1 is the same bank #1 cylinder is at. so this means 02 sensor in front of convertor is bad.

Hi, 1151 is an 02 sensor code, 1131 is also 02 sensor code,
0174 lean condition bank 2, and 0171 is lean bank 1. Either this is in need of a whosale of repairs or you have computer issues, From looking at the codes i would first do a complete tune up, Including wires, And inspect for a vacume leak before replacing any 02 sensors..
Take care

Hi Galant5Rov,

Firstly, congratulations to you on identifying the Trouble Code. This code relates to the Heated Oxygen Sensor (H02s)

The oxygen sensors supply the computer with a signal that indicates a rich or lean condition during engine operation (i.e. fuel/air metering).

This input information assists the computer in determining the proper air/fuel ratio. A low voltage signal from one or more sensors indicates too much oxygen in the exhaust (lean condition) and, conversely, a high voltage signal indicates too little oxygen in the exhaust (rich condition).

The oxygen sensors are threaded into the exhaust manifold and/or exhaust pipes on all vehicles.

A faulty oxygen sensor due to loose connections, bad grounds, high resistance in the circuit, or opens in the circuit can cause the following symptoms.
Related Symptoms

• Surging at idle
• Unstable idle
• Running rough off idle
• Hesitation
• Stumble
• Chuggle
• Poor fuel economy
• Spark knock
• Stalling on acceleration

You must take EXTREME care when removing these sensors, as they can be difficult to remove (seize up). You may require a special tool to remove these without causing damage to the sensor.

Cheers,


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In almost every Ford Product from 1990 to 1999 the most likely cause is the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor.

Auto manufacturers have a cleaning cycle built into the MAF circuit. How it works is this; when the key is turned off a larger current is sent through this hot wire causing it to glow red hot, thus burning off any contaminants. Well, almost all auto manufacturers that is.
MAF sensors can get contaminated from a variety of sources: dirt, oil, silicon, spider webs, potting compound from the sensor itself, etc. When a MAF sensor gets contaminated, it skews the transfer function such that the sensor over-estimates air flow at idle (causes the fuel system to go rich) and under-estimates air flow at high air flows (causes fuel system to go lean). This means Long Term Fuel Trims will learn lean (negative) corrections at idle and learn rich (positive) corrections at higher air flows.
To confirm this disconnect the MAF sensor connector. This puts the vehicle into Failure Mode and Effects Management (FMEM). In FMEM mode, airflow is inferred by using rpm and throttle position instead of reading the MAF sensor. (In addition, the BARO value is reset to a base/unlearned value.) If the lean driveability symptoms go away, the MAF sensor is probably contaminated and should be replaced. If the lean driveability symptoms do not go away the MAF sensor is probably not contaminated.
When this happens Ford says you must replace the MAF since they cannot be repaired. With a dealer cost of about $177.00 and about 1.5 hours of labor the repair is not very expensive. However Ford is not correct. This problem can be fixed and it can be done by just about anyone.
What you need to do is go to the local Radio Shack and get a can of spray tuner cleaner, #64-4315. Or a MAF cleaner at any Auto Parts store. Disconnect the NEGATIVE battery cable and remove the MAF from the vehicle. Spray the inside of the MAF with the tuner cleaner. Be very careful when you spray the hot wire. It is very thin and if it breaks, you will have to replace the MAF. Clean it well and let it air dry for 15 or 20 minutes.
Don't use carburetor or brake cleaner. They leave a residue and you will be right back where you started. Use ONLY the tuner cleaner, MAF cleaner which dries residue free. When it's dry put it back in the vehicle and reconnect the NEGATIVE battery cable. You will need to drive the vehicle several miles to let the PCM "relearn" your specific driving conditions. Once that is done the codes will not come back and you should notice all the symptoms are gone as well.
Good luck and keep me posted, be glad to help you get your car running 100% soon. 

P1131-Lack of HO2S-21 Switch, Sensor Indicates Lean- Bank 1
A Heated Exhaust Oxygen (HO2S) sensor indicating lean at the end of a test is trying to correct for an over-rich condition. The test fails when the fuel control system no longer detects switching for a calibrated amount of time.
A code P1131 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
Electrical:

• Short to VPWR in the harness or HO2S
• Water in the harness connector
• Open/shorted HO2S circuit
• Corrosion or poor mating terminals and wiring
• Damaged HO2S
• Damaged PCM

Fuel System:

• Excessive fuel pressure
  Leaking/contaminated fuel injectors
  Leaking fuel pressure regulator
  Low fuel pressure or running out of fuel
  Vapor recovery system

Induction System:

• Air leaks after the MAF
• Vacuum Leaks

PCV system:

• Improperly seated engine oil dipstick

EGR System:

• Leaking gasket
• Stuck EGR valve
• Leaking diaphragm or EVR

Base Engine:

• Oil overfill
• Cam Timing
• Cylinder compression
• Exhaust leaks before or near the HO2S(s)

Hope this helps, let me know

Lack of HO2S-11 Switch, Indicates Lean.Right bank front 02 sensor. When an HO2S sensor indicates lean at the end of a test, the system is trying to correct for an over-lean condition. The code is set when the fuel control system no longer detects switching for a calibrated amount of time.In other words the 02 sensor is indicating lean and the fuel trim has reached the programed limit trying to correct it.
There are many things that could cause this like a bad 02 sensor,a vacuum leak,a leaking or contaminated fuel injector/s,a stuck open PCV valve,leak in hose between MAF sensor and engine causing un-metered or unmeasured air entering the engine,exhaust leak,improperly seated oil dipstick,stuck EGR valve.
Check PCV valve first if it is stuck open if you pull the hose off of the valve cover that hooks to the air tube between MAF and engine you will feel a strong vacuum pull there,normal you would hardly feel it.