P0172high severityPowertrain
System Too Rich Bank 1
on 2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L V6 · AWD
What this code means
The long-term fuel trim for Bank 1 has exceeded the negative limit, indicating the engine is running rich. The PCM is subtracting fuel to compensate.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Black exhaust smoke
- Poor fuel economy
- Rough idle
- Fuel smell
- Fouled spark plugs
Common causes
- Leaking fuel injector
- High fuel pressure
- Faulty O2 sensor reading lean
- Stuck-open EVAP purge valve
- Saturated charcoal canister
- Faulty MAF sensor (underreporting)
Diagnostic steps
- Check fuel trim values
- Test fuel pressure
- Check for leaking injectors (fuel pressure drop test)
- Inspect EVAP purge valve
- Test MAF sensor
- Inspect spark plugs
Repair notes
Check fuel injectors for leaks. Test fuel pressure regulator. Inspect EVAP system.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1