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P1171 Diagnostic Trouble Code (13 interpretations)

13 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 12 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

BMW

1 interpretation
P1171
Knock sensor(s) (KS) - circuit malfunction BMW · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Knock sensor(s) (KS) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connector
  • KS incorrectly tightened
  • KS

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1171
Fuel system - lean during acceleration Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel system - lean during acceleration circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • Fuel filter
  • fuel pump
  • HO2S
  • injectors

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1171
Fuel System Lean During Acceleration Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel System Lean During Acceleration circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Confirm the exact vehicle, ECU and software context
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Ford

1 interpretation
P1171
Rotor Sensor Fault Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Rotor Sensor Fault". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Honda

1 interpretation
P1171
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1 - circuit malfunction Honda · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • H025
  • ECM

Kia

1 interpretation
P1171
Electronic throttle system (ETS), WOT - malfunction Kia · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Electronic throttle system (ETS), WOT. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • throttle valve tight/sticking
  • throttle motor
  • ETS control module

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1171
System too lean, bank 1 Land Rover · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the air-fuel mixture stayed leaner than the target despite full corrective control (System). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Intake/fuel system
  • injectors
  • H025
  • MAF/VAF sensor
  • ECT sensor

MINI

1 interpretation
P1171
Ambient Pressure Sensor Learned Value Error MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Ambient Pressure Sensor Learned Value Error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Opel

1 interpretation
P1171
Mixture control (MC), engine under load - mixture lean Opel · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Mixture control (MC), engine under load - mixture lean circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.

Suzuki

1 interpretation
P1171
Fuel Supply System Lean During Power Enrichment Suzuki · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel Supply System Lean During Power Enrichment circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Suzuki.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1171
Throttle motor position sensor 2 - range/performance problem VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Throttle motor position sensor 2 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • throttle valve tight/sticking
  • throttle motor position sensor
Applies to Audi
P1171
Angle Sensor 2 for Throttle Actuator (G188) Implausible Signal VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module judged the Angle Sensor 2 for Throttle Actuator (G188) signal implausible when compared with other operating data. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17579. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) active

Possible causes

  • Angle Sensors 1/2 for Throttle Actuator (G187/G188) faulty
  • Power Supply for Angle Sensors 1/2 for Throttle Actuator (G187/G188) faulty
  • Wiring/Connector(s) from/to Angle Sensors 1/2 for Throttle Actuator (G187/G188) faulty

Recommended checks

Check Angle Sensors 1/2 for Throttle Actuator (G187/G188)

Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1171
System too lean, bank 1 - part load Volvo · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the air-fuel mixture stayed leaner than the target despite full corrective control (System). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Intake/exhaust leak
  • MAF sensor
  • MAP sensor
  • fuel pressure low
  • fuel pump (FP)
  • inj ctor(s)

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1171

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

171

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1171

What does P1171 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (13 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Knock sensor(s) (KS) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1171 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1171 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Kia, Land Rover, MINI, Opel, Suzuki, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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