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P1128 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1128

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2

What P1128 means

P1128
Long term fuel trim, entire speed/load range, Bank 1 - system too lean VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the air-fuel mixture stayed leaner than the target despite full corrective control (Long term fuel trim, entire speed/load range, Bank 1 - system). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Fuel pressure/pump
  • injector(s)
  • intake/ exhaust leak
  • AIR system
  • hose leak
Applies to Audi
P1128
Fuel Trim; Bank 1 (Mult): System too Lean VAG · fuel Data confidence 88%

The control module detected that the air-fuel mixture stayed leaner than the target despite full corrective control (Fuel Trim; Bank 1 (Mult): System). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17536. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) active

Possible causes

  • Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor faulty
  • Oxygen Sensor Control faulty
  • Fuel Injector(s) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
  • Check Oxygen Sensor Control
  • Check Fuel Injector(s)
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1128

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

128

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1128

What does P1128 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected that the air-fuel mixture stayed leaner than the target despite full corrective control (Long term fuel trim, entire speed/load range, Bank 1 - system). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1128 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1128 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1128 at file level?

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