Circuit/System Testing: P0171: Notes

Allow the engine to reach operating temperature. With the engine running, observe the Long Term FT parameter with a scan tool. The value should be less than approximately 20 percent with the engine running at operating temperature.

• If the value is not less than 20 percent, inspect for the following:

• Ignition ON, observe the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor parameter. The MAP sensor pressure should be within the range specified for your altitude. Refer to Altitude Versus Barometric Pressure .
  • If the MAP sensor does not indicate the correct barometric pressure, refer to DTC P0106 .
• With the engine idling, observe the mass air flow (MAF) sensor parameter. The MAF sensor parameter should be between 2-6 g/s at idle.
  • If the MAF sensor parameter is not between 2-6 g/s at idle, refer to DTC P0101 or P1101  or DTC P0102 or P0103 .
• Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, and improper connections
• Insufficient fuel in the tank
• Low fuel pressure
• Fuel contamination
• Malfunctioning fuel injectors
• Missing, loose, or leaking exhaust components from the HO2S forward
• Vacuum leaks at the intake manifold, the throttle body, and the injector O-rings
• The air induction system and the air intake ducts for leaks or for a missing air filter element
• A cracked EVAP canister
• Evaporative pipes obstructed or leaking
• The crankcase ventilation system for leaks
• The HO2S for improper installation and for electrical wires or connectors that may have contacted the exhaust system
• The HO2S signal circuit open, shorted to ground, or shorted to the low reference circuit
• Malfunctioning engine components