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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 06:05 PM
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My 99 coupe is coding P0171 and P0174 Fuel trim system lean Bank 1 and 2. I reset it and tightened the gas cap to make sure this was not the problem and it came back after a few miles. Reset again and drove it for 150 miles and it came back with only the P0171 code.Any ideas??
could a vacuum leak cause this?I think I have to fix the dreaded a/c vac line as the defrost lets air through during the a/c cycle.
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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 06:22 PM
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Ive got the same codes, but I got them after I had my cam installed and tuned. In my case its probably in the LTFT, in yours, it could be a vacuum leak, post MAF. Check around the injectors, intake manifold, TB, or anything else that could become loose
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When was the last time you replaced your fuel filter? I was getting lean codes on my work truck and a new fuel filter took care of that. Good luck and Merry Christmas!
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Mr lead foot is having simular issues and it may be somewhat related to a POOR ground issue The O2 sensors are grounded at G-105/G-203.

If you have:

- Checked the intake ducting between the MAF and TB for 100% tightness!
- Check the ENTIRE PCV tubing and fittings for deterioration/damage (very common issue)

- Other vacuum leaks

Make sure that the Grounds for the O2 sensors are in good shape and tight!!

Hows those HIDs doing????

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