OBD Guide

P1153

Bank 2 Fuel Control Shifted Lean

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Loss of engine power
  • Unstable idling
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Possible misfires

Causes

  • Air leaks in the intake manifold
  • Malfunction of the mass air flow sensor (MAF)
  • Dirty or faulty fuel injectors
  • Low fuel pressure
  • Oxygen sensor malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the intake system for air leaks
  2. Check the readings of the mass air flow sensor and oxygen sensors
  3. Check fuel pressure and condition of the fuel pump
  4. Clean or replace fuel injectors
  5. Check the condition of the vacuum hoses

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