codes P0171 P0174
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From: Waretown, nj
codes P0171 P0174 We bought the car 2 weeks ago and the other day the SES light came one. Originally I just assumed the last time I got gas the cap wasnt put back on tightly but when I pulled the codes it came up with Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 1 & 2. Anyone seen this before and have any idea what could be causing these codes. Other then exhaust work and a gutted air box w/ K&n filter theres nothing else done to the car that I can see but of course I havent had alot of time to really investigate the car.
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I stay away from K&N filters because of the oil and how it affects the MAF; especially on a "side feeder" vehicle where the MAF is very close to the filter itself. Clean it to make sure. A couple of years ago, GM also issued a notice about the same exact problem.
In your case I would say it's the gutted air box allowing more air in and it needs to be tuned. I removed the air silencer in the air box on my TB SS and the fuel trims went very lean (+12-20%), so I added fuel and now they're back to normal. Is the MAF screen still in place?
In your case I would say it's the gutted air box allowing more air in and it needs to be tuned. I removed the air silencer in the air box on my TB SS and the fuel trims went very lean (+12-20%), so I added fuel and now they're back to normal. Is the MAF screen still in place?
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From: Waretown, nj
Yea the MAF is still in place, I'll clean the MAF and see what happens, Ive seen it before when the filter is over oiled that it messes with a MAF. Is rubbing alcohol safe for these maf sensors? I just want to pinpoint the problem so I can correct it now so I do not run into a major problem on the road one day.
