OBD Guide

P1273

Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 Bank 1 Lean Shift Monitoring

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine idling
  • Possible misfires

Causes

  • Air-fuel ratio sensor malfunction
  • Engine vacuum leak
  • Dirty or faulty fuel injectors
  • Problems with the fuel pump or fuel pressure regulator
  • Air filter clogged

How to Fix

  1. Check the air-fuel ratio sensor for damage.
  2. Look for vacuum leaks in the engine
  3. Check the condition of the fuel injectors
  4. Check the fuel pressure in the system
  5. Replace the air filter if necessary

Related codes

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