P0171high severityPowertrain
System Too Lean Bank 1
on 2017 Chevrolet Impala 2.5L I4 Ecotec · AWD
What this code means
The long-term fuel trim for Bank 1 has exceeded the positive limit, indicating the engine is running lean. The PCM is adding more fuel than normal to compensate.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough idle
- Hesitation on acceleration
- Poor fuel economy
- Possible misfires
- Hissing sound from vacuum leak
Common causes
- Vacuum leak (intake manifold gasket, brake booster hose, PCV valve)
- Low fuel pressure
- Dirty or faulty MAF sensor
- Exhaust leak before O2 sensor
- Faulty O2 sensor
- Clogged fuel injector
Diagnostic steps
- Check fuel trim values at idle and 2500 RPM
- Perform smoke test for vacuum leaks
- Test fuel pressure at idle and under load
- Clean or test MAF sensor
- Check for exhaust leaks near manifold
- Check PCV system
Repair notes
Most common: vacuum leak. Perform smoke test first. Check MAF sensor. Test fuel pressure.
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