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6E–162
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0174 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2
D06RW031
Circuit Description
To provide the best possible combination of driveability,
fuel  economy,  and  emission  control,  a  “closed  loop”
air/fuel metering system is used.  While in “closed loop,”
the powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the Bank 1
HO2S  1  and  Bank  2  HO2S  1  signals  and  adjusts  fuel
delivery based upon the HO2S signal voltages.  A change
made  to  fuel  delivery  will  be  indicated  by  the  long  and
short term fuel trim values which can be monitored with a
Tech 2.  Ideal fuel trim values are around 0%; if the HO2S
signals are indicating a lean condition the PCM will add
fuel, resulting in fuel trim values above 0%.  If a rich
condition  is  detected,  the  fuel  trim  values  will  be  below
0%, indicating that the PCM is reducing the amount of fuel
delivered.  If an excessively lean condition is detected on
Bank 2, the PCM will set DTC P0174.
The PCM’s maximum authority to control long term fuel
trim  allows  a  range  between  –15%(automatic
transmission) or –12%(manual transmission)  and +20%.
The  PCM  monitors  fuel  trim  under  various  enginespeed/load fuel trim cells before determining the status of
the fuel trim diagnostic.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
No Tech 2 test is being run.
None of the following DTCs are set: idle system, EGR,
HO2S,  (response,  transition,  open,  low  volts,  no
activity),  MAF,  TP  sensor, MAP,  IAT,  canister  purge,
EVAP, injector circuit, or misfire.
Engine  coolant  temperature  is  between  25C  (77F)
and 100C (212F).
Intake air temperature is between –40C (–40F) and
120C (248F).
Manifold absolute pressure is between 24 kPa and 99
kPa.
Throttle angle is steady below 95%.
Vehicle speed is below 136 km/h (85 mph).
Engine speed is between 400 and 6,000 RPM.
Barometric pressure is greater than 72.5 kPa.
Mass air flow is between 2 g/second and 200 g/second. 
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Ignition voltage is above 9.5 volts.
Fuel system is in “closed loop.”
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)  after  the  second  consecutive  trip  in  which  the
failure is detected.
The  PCM  will  store  conditions  which  were  present
when  the  DTC  was  set  as  Freeze  Frame  and  in  the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0174 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 “Clear
Info”  function  or  by  disconnecting  the  PCM  battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:
Poor connection at PCM – Inspect harness connectors
for  backed-out  terminals,  improper  mating,  broken
locks,  improperly  formed  or  damaged  terminals,  and
poor terminal-to-wire connection.
Damaged  harness  –  Inspect  the  wiring  harness  for
damage.  If the harness appears to be OK, observe theBank 2 HO2S 1 display on the Tech 2 while moving
connectors and wiring harnesses related to the engine
harness.    A  change  in  the  display  will  indicate  the
location of the fault.
Reviewing the Failure Records vehicle mileage since the
diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often
the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs.  This
may assist in diagnosing the condition.
Test Description
Number(s)  below  refer  to  the  step  number(s)  on  the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. DTCs other than P0171 and P0174 may indicate a
condition present which may cause a lean condition.
If this is the case, repairing the condition which
caused the other DTC will most likely correct the
DTC P0171/P0174.
4. If the DTC P0174 test passes while the Failure
Records conditions are being duplicated, the lean
condition is intermittent.  Refer to 
Diagnostic Aids or
Symptoms for additional information on diagnosing
intermittent problems. 
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6E–164
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0174 – Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2Are any DTCs set other than P0174 and P0171?
—
Go to the
applicable
DTC charts
and repair the
other DTCs
before
proceeding
with this
chart.
Go to Step 3
31. Start the engine and operate the vehicle in “closed
loop.”
2. Observe the “BANK 2 L.T. FUEL TRIM” display on
the Tech 2.
Is  the  displayed  values  greater  than  the  specified
values?
L.T. Fuel
Trim: +20%
Go to Step 5Go to Step 4 
41. Review and record Tech 2 Failure Records data.
2. Clear  the  DTC  P0171/P0174  and  operate  the
vehicle to duplicate the Failure Records conditions.
3. Monitor the Tech 2 “DTC” info for DTC P0174 while
operating  the  vehicle  to  duplicate  the  Failure
Records conditions.
4. Continue operating the vehicle until the DTC P0174
test runs.
5. Note the test result.
Does  the  Tech  2  indicate  DTC  P0174  failed  this
ignition?
—Go to Step 5
The lean
condition is
not present.
If a
driveability
symptom still
exists, refer
to 
Symptoms
section.
5Was DTC P0171 also set?—Go to Step 6Go to Step 15
6Visually  and  physically  inspect  the  vacuum  hoses  for
disconnects,  splits,  kinks,  improper  routing  and
improper connections and repair any problem found.
Did your inspection reveal a problem requiring repair?
—Verify repair Go to Step 7
7Visually  and  physically  inspect  the  crankcase
ventilation valve for proper installation and repair any
problem  found  (refer  to 
Crankcase  Ventilation
System
).
Did your inspection reveal a problem requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 8
81. Inspect the MAF sensor inlet screen for damage or
for  the  presence  of  foreign  objects  which  may
partially block the air flow sample through the MAF
sensor.
2. Correct any problem that is found as necessary.
Did  your  inspection  of  the  MAF  sensor  reveal  a
condition requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 9
9Start the engine and note the idle quality.
Is a high or unsteady idle being experienced?
—Go to Step 10Go to Step 11 
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6E–165 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0174 – Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2
StepNo Ye s Va l u e ( s ) Action
101. Visually  and  physically  inspect  the  throttle  body,
intake manifold, EGR valve and the EGR feed pipe
for vacuum leaks.
2. Repair any vacuum leaks as necessary.
Did your inspection reveal a vacuum leak?
—Verify repairGo to Step 11
11Check  the  fuel  for  excessive  water,  alcohol,  or  other
contaminants  (see 
Diagnosis in Engine  Fuel for
procedure) and correct the contaminated fuel condition
is present (see 
Engine Fuel).
Was the fuel contaminated?
—Verify repairGo to Step 12
121. Visually  and  physically  inspect  the  PCM  injector
grounds,  power  grounds  and  sensor  grounds  to
ensure that they are clean, tight, and in their proper
locations.
2. If a faulty ground condition is present, correct it as
necessary.
Did your inspection reveal a condition requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 13
131. Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
2. Operate  the  vehicle  in  “closed  loop”  while
monitoring the “BANK 1 S.T. FUEL TRIM” displayed
on the Tech 2.
Does the “BANK 1 S.T. FUEL TRIM” value decrease to
near the specified value?
0%Go to Step 19Go to Step 14
14Perform  the  procedure  in  the  ”Fuel  System  Pressure
Test” and repair fuel system problem if necessary.
Did the Fuel System Pressure Test isolate a condition
requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 15
151. Visually and physically inspect the intake manifold,
injector O-rings, EGR adapter, EGR valve and the
EGR feed pipes for vacuum leaks.
2. Repair any problem that is found.
Did your inspection reveal a problem?
—Verify repairGo to Step 16
16Visually  and  physically  inspect  the  Bank  2  exhaust
manifold for leaks and loose or missing hardware and
correct any problem found.
Did your inspection reveal a problem?
—Verify repairGo to Step 17
17Perform  the  “Injector  Balance  Test,”  and  correct  any
problem found (refer to 
Fuel Metering System).
Did the Injector Balance Test isolate a problem?
—Verify repair Go to Step 18
181. Visually and physically inspect the Bank 2 HO2S 1
to  ensure  that  it  is  installed  securely  and  that  the
Bank 2 HO2S 1 pigtail and wiring harness are not
contacting the exhaust or otherwise damaged.
2. If a problem is found, correct it as necessary.
Did your inspection reveal a problem?
—Verify repair
Refer to
Diagnostic
Aids
19Replace the MAF sensor.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair— 
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6E–166
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0175 Fuel Trim System Rich Bank 2
D06RW031
Circuit Description
To provide the best possible combination of driveability,
fuel  economy,  and  emission  control,  a  “closed  loop”
air/fuel metering system is used.  While in “closed loop,”
the powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the Bank 1
HO2S  1  and  Bank  2  HO2S  1  signals  and  adjusts  fuel
delivery based upon the HO2S signal voltages.  A change
made  to  fuel  delivery  will  be  indicated  by  the  long  and
short term fuel trim values which can be monitored with a
Tech 2.  Ideal fuel trim values are around 0%; if the HO2S
signals are indicating a lean condition the PCM will add
fuel, resulting in fuel trim values above 0%.  If a rich
condition  is  detected,  the  fuel  trim  values  will  be  below
0%, indicating that the PCM is reducing the amount of fuel
delivered.  If an excessively rich condition is detected on
Bank 2, the PCM will set DTC P0175.
The PCM’s maximum authority to control long term fuel
trim  allows  a  range  between  –15%(automatic
transmission) or –12%(manual transmission) and +20%.
The PCM’s maximum authority to control short term fueltrim allows a range between –11% and +20%.  The PCM
monitors  fuel  trim under  various engine speed/load fuel
trim  cells  before  determining the  status  of  the  fuel  trim
diagnostic.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
No Tech 2 test is being run.
None of the following DTCs are set: idle system, EGR,
HO2S,  (response,  transition,  open,  low  volts,  no
activity),  MAF,  TPS,  MAP,  IAT,  canister  purge,  EVAP,
injector circuit, or misfire.
Engine  coolant  temperature  is  between  25C  (77F)
and 100C (212F).
Intake air temperature is between –40C (–40F) and
120
C (248F).
Manifold absolute pressure is between 24 kPa and 99
kPa.
Throttle angle is steady below 95%.
Vehicle speed is below 136 km/h (85 mph).
Engine speed is between 400 and 6,000 RPM. 
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6E–167 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Barometric pressure is greater than 72.5 kPa.
Mass air flow is between 2 g/second and 200 g/second.
Ignition voltage is above 9.5 volts.
Fuel system is in “closed loop.”
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)  after  the  second  consecutive  trip  in  which  the
failure is detected.
The  PCM  will  store  conditions  which  were  present
when  the  DTC  was  set  as  Freeze  Frame  and  in  the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0175 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 “Clear
Info”  function  or  by  disconnecting  the  PCM  battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:
Poor connection at PCM – Inspect harness connectors
for  backed  -out  terminals,  improper  mating,  broken
locks,  improperly  formed  or  damaged  terminals,  and
poor terminal-to-wire connection.
Damaged  harness  –  Inspect  the  wiring  harness  for
damage.  If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
Bank 2 HO2S 1 display on the Tech 2 while moving
connectors and wiring harnesses related to the engine
harness.    A  change  in  the  display  will  indicate  the
location of the fault.
Reviewing the Failure Records Vehicle mileage since the
diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often
the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs.  This
may assist in diagnosing the condition.
Test Description
Number(s)  below  refer  to  the  step  number(s)  on  the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. DTCs other than P0172 and P0175 may indicate a
condition present which may cause a lean condition.
If this is the case, repairing the condition which
caused the other DTC will most likely correct the
DTC P0172/P0175.
4. If the DTC P0175 test passes while the Failure
Records conditions are being duplicated, the rich
condition is intermittent.  Refer to 
Diagnostic Aids or
Symptoms for additional information on diagnosing
intermittent problems. 
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6E–168
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0175 – Fuel Trim System Rich Bank 2
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the ”On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2Are any DTCs set other than P0172 and P0175?
—
Go to the
applicable
DTC charts
and repair the
other DTCs
before
proceeding
with this
chart.
Go to Step 3
31. Start the engine and operate the vehicle in “closed
loop.”
2. Observe the “BANK 2 L.T. FUEL TRIM” display on
the Tech 2.
Is the displayed value more negative than the specified
value?
L.T. Fuel
Trim: –15%
(auto. trans.)
OR –12%
(man. trans.)
Go to Step 5Go to Step 4
41. Review and record the Tech 2 Failure Records data.
2. Clear  the  DTC  P0172/P0175  and  operate  the
vehicle to duplicate the Failure Records conditions.
3. Monitor the Tech 2 “DTC” info for DTC P0175 while
operating  the  vehicle  to  duplicate  the  Failure
Records conditions.
4. Continue operating the vehicle until the DTC P0175
test runs.
5. Note the test result.
Does  the  Tech  2  indicate  DTC  P0175  failed  this
ignition?
—Go to Step 5
The rich
condition is
not present.
If a
driveability
symptom still
exists, refer
to 
Symptoms.
5Was DTC P0172 also set?—Go to Step 6Go to Step 15
6V i s u a l l y  a n d  p h y s i c a l l y  i n s p e c t  t h e  a i r  f i l t e r  e l e m e n t  a n d
replace it if necessary.
Did the air filter require replacement?
—Verify repairGo to Step 7
7Visually and physically inspect the air intake duct for
collapse or restriction and repair if necessary.
Did your inspection reveal a problem requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 8
8Inspect the MAF sensor inlet screen for damage or for
the  presence  of  foreign  objects  which  may  partially
block  air  flow  through  the  screen  and  correct  any
problem found.
Did  your  inspection  of  the  MAF  sensor  reveal  a
condition requiring repair or replacement?
—Verify repairGo to Step 9
9Start the engine and note the idle quality.
Is a low or unsteady idle being experienced?
—Go to Step 10Go to Step 11
101. Turn  the  ignition  off  and  physically  inspect  the
throttle body bore, throttle plate, and IAC passages
for coking and foreign objects.
2. If a problem was found, repair as necessary.
Did your inspection reveal a condition requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 11 
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6E–169 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0175 – Fuel Trim System Rich Bank 2
StepNo Ye s Va l u e ( s ) Action
111. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the fuel pressure
regulator and inspect the hose for the presence of
fuel.
2. If  fuel  is  present  in  the  vacuum  hose,  replace  the
fuel  pressure  regulator  (refer  to 
Fuel  Metering
System
).
Did the fuel pressure regulator require replacement?
—Verify repairGo to Step 12
121. Ignition “ON,” engine “OFF.”
2. Monitor  the  TP  Angle  display  on  the  Tech  2  while
slowly depressing the accelerator pedal.
Does  the  TP  Angle  display  increase  steadily  and
evenly  from  minimum  value  at  closed  throttle  to
maximum value at wide-open throttle?
Minimum 0%
Maximum
100%
Go to Step 13Go to Step 18
131. Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
2. Operate  the  vehicle  in  “closed  loop”  while
monitoring  the  “BANK  1  L.T.  FUEL  TRIM”  and
“BANK 1 S.T. FUEL TRIM” display on the Tech 2.
Did both values change to near the specified value?
0%Go to Step 19Go to Step 14
141. Perform the “Fuel System Pressure Test.” 
2. If  Fuel  System  Pressure  Test  isolates  a  problem,
repair  as  necessary  (refer  to 
Engine  Fuel or Fuel
Metering System
).
Did the Fuel System Pressure Test isolate a condition
requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 16
15Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The  replacement  PCM  must  be
programmed.  Refer to 
UBS 98model year Immobilizer
Workshop Manual.
Is the action complete?—Verify repair—
161. Perform the “Injector Balance Test.”
2. If  the  Injector  Balance  Test  isolates  a  problem,
repair  as  necessary  (refer  to 
Fuel  Metering
System
).
Did  the  Injector  Balance  Test  isolate  a  problem
requiring repair?
—Verify repairGo to Step 17
171. Remove and visually/physically inspect the Bank 2
HO2S  1  for  silicon  contamination.    This  will  be
indicated by a powdery white deposit on the portion
of the HO2S that is exposed to the exhaust stream.
2. If contamination is evident on the Bank 2 HO2S 1,
replace the contaminated sensor.
Did the sensor require replacement?
—Verify repair
Refer to
Diagnostic
Aids
181. Check the TP sensor mounting screws and tighten
or replace them as necessary if they are loose or
missing.
2. If the screws are OK, replace the TP sensor.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
19Replace the MAF sensor.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—  
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6E–189 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0325 – KS Module Circuit
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2IMPORTANT:If an engine knock can be heard, repair
the engine mechanical problem before proceeding with
this diagnostic.
1. Operate  the  vehicle  within  parameters  specified
under criteria included in “Conditions for Setting the
DTC.”
2. Using Tech 2, monitor “Specific DTC” info for DTC
P0325 until the DTC P0325 test runs.
3. Note the test result.
Does Tech 2 indicate DTC P0325 failed this ignition?
—Go to Step 4Go to Step 3
31. Ignition “ON,” engine “OFF.”
2. Review and record Tech 2 Failure Records data for
DTC P0325.
3. Operate  the  vehicle  within  Failure  Records
conditions.
4. Using Tech 2, monitor “Specific DTC” info for DTC
P0325 until the DTC P0325 test runs.
Does  Tech  2  indicate  DTC  P0325  test  failed  this
ignition?
—Go to Step 4
Refer to
Diagnostic
Aids
4Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The  replacement  PCM  must  be
programmed.  Refer to 
UBS 98model year Immobilizer
Workshop Manual.
Is the action complete?—Verify repair— 
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6E–191 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DTC P0327 – KS Sensor Circuit
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2IMPORTANT:If an engine knock can be heard, repair
the engine mechanical problem before proceeding with
this diagnostic.
1. Operate the engine within the conditions specified
in  diagnostic  support  “Conditions  for  Setting  the
DTC.”
2. Using Tech 2, monitor “Specific DTC” info for DTC
P0327 until the DTC P0327 test runs.
3. Note the test result.
Does Tech 2 indicate DTC P0327 failed this ignition?
—Go to Step 4Go to Step 3
31. Ignition “ON,” engine “OFF.”
2. Review and record Tech 2 Failure Records data.
3. Operate  the  vehicle  within  Failure  Records
conditions.
4. Using Tech 2, monitor “Specific DTC” info for DTC
P0327 until the DTC P0327 test runs.
5. Note the test result.
Does Tech 2 indicate DTC P0327 failed this ignition?
—Go to Step 4
Refer to
Diagnostic
Aids
41. Check for a damaged terminal at the knock sensor
connector.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
—Verify repairGo to Step 5
5Using a test light to battery +, check the black/blue wire
(PCM side) to verify that the shield connection is good.
Did the test light illuminate?
—Go to Step 7Go to Step 6
6Repair the open shield ground.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
71. Ignition “OFF,” disconnect the PCM.
2. Check  the  KS  signal  circuit  for  a  poor  terminal
connection at the PCM.
3. If a problem is found, replace the faulty terminal.
Was a problem found?
—Verify repairGo to Step 8
81. Ignition “OFF,” PCM disconnected.
2. Check the KS signal circuit between the PCM and
the knock sensor connector for an open, a short to
voltage, or a short to ground.
3. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
—Verify repairGo to Step 9
91. Ignition “OFF,” PCM disconnected.
2. Knock sensor connected.
3. Measure  the  resistance of  the  knock  sensor  by
connecting  the  DVM  between  the  PCM  connector
and the engine block.
Is  the  resistance  of  each  knock  sensor  near  the
specified value?
100K ohmsGo to Step 10Go to Step 11