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Engine running lean. Usually caused by vacuum leak. If you have a V engine, the failure is usually intake manifold gaskets. If you have inline (4-cylinder), the cause may be intake gaskets or bad or unhooked vacuum hoses attached to the intake manifold. Check all vacuum hoses for cracks or loose connections. Replace any suspect hose. To find manifold gasket leaks, spray ether or carb cleaner on the gaskets with the engine running. If the engine revs at all, you have a leaky gasket and must remove the manifold to replace. Please let me know if you have any more questions.

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2005 Ford F150 4.2 sets P0171 only.. Ltft B1 reads 29.7 and never changes. Ltft B2 reads 3.5 +or-

Clean the MAF sensor. Consult your service manual for it's location if you need help. I find it's best to take it off and spray it with electronics cleaner or brake cleaner. Make sure you are careful not to damage the MAF sensor, and make sure it's dry before reinstalling Inspect all vacuum and PCV hoses, replace/repair as required Inspect all hoses and connections in the air intake system Inspect and/or test the intake manifold gaskets for leakage Check for a dirty fuel filter and proper fuel pressure Ideally you'll want to monitor short and long term fuel trims using an advanced scan tool If you have access, you may want to run a smoke test

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P0171' p0174 96 buick roadmaster 5.7

System Too Lean P0171
Clean the MAF sensor and IAC valve with MAF cleaner
Inspect all vacuum and PCV hoses, replace/repair as required.
Inspect all hoses and connections in the air intake system.
Inspect and/or test the intake manifold gaskets for leakage.
Check for a dirty fuel filter and proper fuel pressure.

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Error code P0174 is described as System Too Lean (Bank 2). This means there is incorrect ratio of air and fuel on the car's engine system, specifically on Bank 2 of the Cylinder. “Too Lean” means there is too much oxygen in the exhaust.

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I have a Pontiac G3 2009. The check engine light is coming on, and there seems to be poor acceleration. I also took my car to auto zone and used their diagnostic computer and got the code P0171 as the code...

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What is engine code P0171 for 2005 Toyota corolla?

What does that mean? Basically this means that an oxygen sensor in bank 1 detected a lean condition (too much oxygen in the exhaust). On V6/V8/V10 engines, Bank 1 is the side of the engine that has cylinder #1.
Note: This DTC is very similar to P0174, and in fact your vehicle may show both codes at the same time.
Symptoms You will more than likely not notice any drivability problems, although there may be symptoms such as a lack of power, detonation (spark knock), and/or a hesitation/surge on acceleration.
Causes A code P0171 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
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I recommend inspecting these following areas for faults.

1. Inspect the vacuum hoses for splits, kinks,and proper connections.
2. Inspect the crankcase ventilation valve and system for leaks.
3. Inspect the fuel for contaminates
4. Inspect the PCM and sensor grounds. make sure they are clean, tight and in the proper locations.
5. Inspect the air induction system after the MAF sensor section for vacuum leaks as well
6. Inspect for engine mechanical failure.
7. Inspect the bank 1 exhaust for leaks, missing or loose exhaust hardware,
8. Inspect the bank 1 HO2S. Make sure it is installed correctly and the electrical connectors are not touching the exhaust system or ignition wires,
9. Inspect for vacuum leaks that will only affect bank 1, such as the intake manifold area, injector O rings, etc..

If you notice any faults or damaged hardware, replace it asap.


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I would assume that it has no vac leaks since you took off and put back on the manifolds. I would check the mass air flow sensor to see it is dirty. If it is clean it.
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what are the new codes clearing / resetting doesnt fix the problem the p0171 code has about ten different causes just changing or cleaning the sensor may not have been your problem
P0171 System Too Lean Bank 1 rescan and get all codes then look up each one most sites have causes and solutions for obd ll trouble codes
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