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P1166 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1166

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2

What P1166 means

P1166
Long term fuel trim 2, Bank 1 - above rich limit VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Long term fuel trim 2, Bank 1 - above rich limit circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Fuel pressure/pump
  • injectors
  • EVAP canister purge valve
  • EGR system
  • HO2S
  • intake/exhaust system
Applies to Audi
P1166
Long term fuel trim above rich limit VAG · fuel Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Long term fuel trim above rich limit circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Fuel pressure/pump
  • injectors
  • EVAP canister purge valve
  • EGR system
  • HO2S
  • intake/exhaust system
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1166

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

166

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1166

What does P1166 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Long term fuel trim 2, Bank 1 - above rich limit circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1166 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1166 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 P1166 at file level?

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