This document discusses code P0171, which indicates a lean condition (too much oxygen) in bank 1 of the engine. This is triggered by the front oxygen sensor detecting an improper air-fuel ratio. Potential causes include a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor, vacuum leaks, or issues with the fuel system. Recommended solutions are to clean the mass air flow sensor, inspect for vacuum leaks, and check the fuel filter and pressure.
This document discusses code P0171, which indicates a lean condition (too much oxygen) in bank 1 of the engine. This is triggered by the front oxygen sensor detecting an improper air-fuel ratio. Potential causes include a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor, vacuum leaks, or issues with the fuel system. Recommended solutions are to clean the mass air flow sensor, inspect for vacuum leaks, and check the fuel filter and pressure.
This document discusses code P0171, which indicates a lean condition (too much oxygen) in bank 1 of the engine. This is triggered by the front oxygen sensor detecting an improper air-fuel ratio. Potential causes include a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor, vacuum leaks, or issues with the fuel system. Recommended solutions are to clean the mass air flow sensor, inspect for vacuum leaks, and check the fuel filter and pressure.
Basically this means that an oxygen sensor in bank 1 has 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. The P0171 is one of the more common trouble codes. This code is triggered by the first downstream (front) O2 sensor. The sensor provides a reading of the air:fuel ratio leaving the engine's cylinders, and the vehicles powertrain/engine control module (PCM/ECM) uses that reading and adjusts to keep the engine running at that optimum ratio of 14.7:1. If something is not right and the PCM cannot maintain the 14.7:1 ratio, but rather there is too much air, it triggers this code. You'll want to also read our article on short and long term fuel trims to help understand the operation of the engine. Note: This DTC is very similar to P0174, and in fact your vehicle may show both codes at the same time
SNTOMAS
You will more than likely not notice any drivability problems, although there may be symptoms such as: a lack of power detonation (spark knock) rough idle hesitation/surge on acceleration
CAUSAS
A code P0171 may mean that one or more of the following has happened: The MAF (Mass Air Flow) Sensor is dirty or faulty Note: The use of "oiled" air filters may cause the MAF to become dirty if the filter is over-oiled. There is also an issue with some vehicles where the MAF sensors leak the silicone potting material used to protect the circuitry. There could be a vacuum leak downstream of the MAF sensor Possible cracked vacuum or PCV line/connection Faulty or stuck open PCV valve Failed or faulty oxygen sensor (bank 1, sensor 1) Sticking/plugged or failed fuel injector Low fuel pressure (possible plugged/dirty fuel filter!) Exhaust leak between engine and first oxygen sensor
POSIBLES SOLUCIONES
A lot of times, cleaning the MAF sensor and finding/fixing vacuum leaks fix the problem. If you're on a tight budget, start there, but that may not be the fix for certain. So, possible solutions include: 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
SIGNIFICADO Bsicamente, esto significa que un sensor de oxgeno en el banco 1 se ha detectado una condicin pobre (demasiado oxgeno en los gases de escape). En V6/V8/V10 motores, Banco 1 es el lado del motor que tiene el cilindro N 1. La P0171 es uno de los cdigos de problemas ms comunes. Este cdigo se activa por primera corriente abajo (frente) del sensor de O2. El sensor proporciona una lectura del aire: combustible dejando los cilindros del motor, y los vehculos de tren motriz / mdulo de control del motor (PCM / ECM) que utiliza la lectura y se ajusta para mantener el motor funcionando a que la relacin ptima de 14.7:1. Si algo no est bien y el PCM no puede mantener la relacin de 14.7:1, sino que hay demasiado aire, se activa este cdigo. Usted querr leer tambin nuestro artculo sobre ajustes de combustible a corto y largo plazo para ayudar a entender el funcionamiento del motor. Nota: Este DTC es muy similar al P0174, y de hecho su vehculo puede mostrar ambos cdigos al mismo tiempo
SINTOMAS
Usted no tendr mayores posibilidades de nota cualquier problemas de manejo, aunque puede haber sntomas tales como: la falta de poder de detonacin (detonaciones) spero ocioso vacilacin / aumento en la aceleracin
CAUSAS
Un P0171 cdigo puede significar que uno o ms de los siguientes ha ocurrido: El MAF (flujo de masa de aire) Sensor est sucio o defectuoso Nota: El uso de filtros "aceitada" de aire pueden causar que el MAF se ensucie si el filtro est sobre-engrasado. Tambin hay un problema con algunos vehculos, si los sensores MAF de fugas del material de silicona encapsulamiento utilizado para proteger los circuitos. Podra haber una fuga de vaco aguas abajo del sensor MAF Posible vaco agrietado o PCV lnea / conexin abra la vlvula defectuosa o se ha atascado PCV Error de oxgeno o sensor defectuoso (banco 1, sensor 1) Cumplir / conectado o no del inyector de combustible Baja presin de combustible (cerrada posibles / filtro de combustible sucio!) fuga de escape entre el motor y el sensor de oxgeno de primeros
POSIBLES SOLUCIONES
Muchas veces, la limpieza del sensor MAF y encontrar / reparar las fugas de vaco solucionar el problema. Si ests en un presupuesto apretado, empezar por ah, pero eso no puede ser la solucin para determinado. Por lo tanto, las soluciones posibles son: Limpie el sensor MAF. Consulte el manual de servicio para su ubicacin si necesita ayuda. Me parece que lo mejor es quitarlo y rociarlo con un limpiador de electrnica o limpiador de frenos. Asegrese de que usted tiene cuidado de no daar el sensor MAF, y asegrese de que est seco antes de volver a instalar Inspeccione todas las mangueras de vaco y PCV, reemplazar / reparar segn sea necesario Inspeccione todas las mangueras y conexiones en el sistema de admisin de aire Inspeccionar y / o poner a prueba las juntas del colector de admisin en busca de fugas Compruebe si hay una presin de combustible combustible filtro sucio y adecuada Lo ideal es que usted desea supervisar recorta corto y largo plazo de combustible utilizando una herramienta de anlisis avanzado Si usted tiene acceso, es posible que desee realizar una prueba de humo