P1171
Self-adaptive parameter DTV fault | Cylinder regulation test interrupted | Test interruption during check 1
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
ETS VALVE STUCK - OPEN
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Self-adaptive parameter DTV fault | Cylinder regulation test interrupted | Test interruption during check 1
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Rotor Sensor Fault
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
System Too Lean Banks 1 And 2 (Lean Fuel Fault)
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Banks 1 and 2 very weak
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
Repair manuals for LAND ROVER
Land Rover Defender 300Tdi — Workshop Manual (1996 model year)
Workshop ManualLand Rover Defender Workshop Manual Supplement & Body Repair Manual (1999 & 2002 MY)
Workshop ManualLand Rover Range Rover — Electrical Library (LRL 0453ENG, 2002)
Workshop ManualP1171
Rotor Sensor Fault
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Rotor Sensor Fault
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Rotor Sensor Fault
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
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Workshop ManualP1171
Closed Loop, Lean Mixture
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
Fault status
Similar codes
P1171
Throttle Actuation Potentiometer Signal 2 Range Performance
Causes
- Interruption of cylinder regulation/adaptation routine by ECU
- Faulty or intermittent sensor (crank, cam, MAP, MAF, lambda)
- Ignition misfire or fuel injector failure on one or more cylinders
- Low battery or unstable supply voltage during test
- Wiring/connectors corroded, damaged or intermittent
- Insufficient engine operating conditions (temperature, load, RPM) during test
Symptoms
- MIL/Check Engine light illuminated
- Reduced driveability or hesitation under load
- Intermittent or continuous misfire warning or rough idle
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Adaptive fuel trims not converging or unstable
- Occasional failed readiness test or failed emission test
What to check
- Scan for stored and pending DTCs; note freeze frame and related codes
- Check battery voltage and charging system (stable >12.4V with starter off and >13.5V running)
- Verify engine at normal operating temperature and correct test conditions before reproducing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for sensors and injectors (crank, cam, MAF, MAP, lambda)
- Check fuel pressure and supply for proper spec
- Perform compression/leakdown or cylinder balance test if mechanical fault suspected
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage (V) — should be stable; test during adaptation attempt
- Engine RPM (rpm) — stable at specified test rpm
- Crankshaft and camshaft sensor waveforms — consistent pulses and proper phasing
- Injector pulse width (ms) and pattern per cylinder
- Ignition coil primary/secondary waveforms
- Short-term & long-term fuel trims (%) — not excessively positive or negative
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all codes, freeze frame and live data. Note any misfire or sensor codes that accompany P1171.
- Ensure vehicle meets adaptation test conditions: correct coolant temp, battery voltage, acceptable intake temps, correct gear/idle state per service manual. Clear codes and attempt to re-run the adaptation/cylinder regulation test while monitoring live data.
- If test fails again, inspect wiring/connectors for crank/cam, MAF, MAP, oxygen sensors and injectors. Wiggle-test while observing live data for intermittent changes.
- Check battery and charging system; charge or replace battery if voltage unstable. Re-attempt test after resolving charging issues.
- Verify ignition and fuel systems: inspect spark plugs/coils, measure injector operation, and confirm fuel pressure and filter condition.
- Perform cylinder balance or relative compression test to identify weak cylinder(s). If mechanical issues found, repair before re-running adaptation.
- Capture cam/crank sensor waveforms with oscilloscope to confirm proper timing and sensor integrity. Confirm crank/cam sync.
- Test oxygen sensors (response time and switching) and fuel trim behavior; replace sensors if unresponsive or out of spec.
- If wiring and components test good and intermittent faults persist, check ECU grounds and communication lines. Consider reflashing ECU software or consult technical service bulletins.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify adaptation completes successfully and codes do not return. Document final test conditions and results.
Likely causes
- Loose or corroded connector at crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Intermittent misfire (ignition coil, spark plug, injector)
- Faulty lambda/oxygen sensor providing invalid feedback
- Weak battery or charging system causing voltage dips
- High intake vacuum leak or clogged air metering device
- Bad ground at engine or ECU
