Powertrain (P-codes)Fuel & Air Metering

P0174

System Too Lean (Bank 2)

Medium severity Moderate to diagnose

What P0174 Means

Same lean-mixture issue as P0171, but detected on Bank 2 — the engine control module has run out of correction it's allowed to apply to compensate for excess air on that bank.

Common Causes

  • Vacuum leak on the Bank 2 side
  • Failing mass airflow (MAF) sensor
  • Weak fuel pump or low fuel pressure
  • Clogged fuel injectors on Bank 2
  • Exhaust leak upstream of the Bank 2 oxygen sensor

Symptoms You Might Notice

  • Rough or high idle
  • Hesitation on acceleration
  • Check engine light on
  • Reduced fuel economy

What to Check First

  1. 1

    Inspect vacuum hoses and intake gaskets on the Bank 2 side

  2. 2

    Check the MAF sensor

  3. 3

    Test fuel pressure

  4. 4

    Check for exhaust leaks upstream of the Bank 2 oxygen sensor

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