OBD-II DTC · POWERTRAIN · Severity: MEDIUM

P0174: System Too Lean (Bank 2)

Excessive positive fuel trim correction on Bank 2 cylinder bank.

P0174 — SAE J2012 Diagnostic Summary
DTC CodeP0174
Standard DefinitionSystem Too Lean (Bank 2)
SubsystemPOWERTRAIN
Urgency / SeverityMEDIUM
Standard ReferenceSAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6

1. Symptoms

  • Rough idle
  • Hesitation under load
  • MIL illuminated

2. Common Root Causes

  • Intake plenum or vacuum leak affecting Bank 2
  • Contaminated MAF sensor
  • Weak fuel pump or clogged Bank 2 injectors

3. Diagnostic Procedure

  1. Compare Bank 1 and Bank 2 LTFT values at idle and 2,500 RPM
  2. Inspect intake boots and PCV breather lines
  3. Measure fuel rail pressure under load