1998 Chevy S-10 PO171 code

1998 CHEVROLET S-10
209,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DMOSTEL
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try to find out what be the problem to have PO171
code system too lean (bank1)
Aug 12, 2009 at 9:57 PM
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A lean fuel condition can be caused by:

* Low fuel pressure due to a weak pump or leaky fuel pressure regulator. (use a fuel pressure gauge to check fuel pressure at idle)

* Dirty fuel injectors. (try cleaning the injectors)

* Vacuum leaks at the intake manifold, vacuum hose connections or throttle body. (Use a vacuum gauge to check for low intake vacuum)

* Leaky EGR valve. (Check operation of EGR valve)

* Leaky PCV Valve or hose. (Check valve and hose connections)

* Dirty or defective Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF). (Try cleaning the MAF sensor wires or filament with aerosol electronics cleaner. Do NOT use anything else to clean the sensor, and do not touch the sensor wires)
Aug 13, 2009 at 5:21 AM