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P0173Fuel Trim (Bank 2)

What it means

The ECU had to correct the mixture on bank 2 beyond its limit, without being sure whether the bank runs lean or rich.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Rough idle or hesitation
  • Higher fuel consumption

Common causes

  • Vacuum or unmetered air leak after the MAF (gaskets, hoses, PCV valve)
  • MAF sensor under-reading (dirty)
  • Leaking injector
  • Fuel pressure too high (regulator)

What to check first

  1. Read short- and long-term fuel trims at several operating points
  2. Smoke-test the intake
  3. Check fuel pressure
Can I drive with P0173? Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.

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What does P0173 mean?

P0173: Fuel Trim (Bank 2). The ECU had to correct the mixture on bank 2 beyond its limit, without being sure whether the bank runs lean or rich.

What are the symptoms of P0173?

Check engine light. Rough idle or hesitation. Higher fuel consumption.

What causes P0173?

Vacuum or unmetered air leak after the MAF (gaskets, hoses, PCV valve). MAF sensor under-reading (dirty). Leaking injector. Fuel pressure too high (regulator).

How do you diagnose P0173?

1. Read short- and long-term fuel trims at several operating points 2. Smoke-test the intake 3. Check fuel pressure

Can I drive with P0173?

Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.