P0171

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Cometflash, Jun 5, 2021.

  1. Prius RT

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    Well, I don't have p0171 any longer. Driven for 150 miles. Car drives smooth. Mpg is 45mpg 2-3mpg better after I replaced CAT. Valve cover gasket was replaced 6 months ago. As expected of high mileage Prius I top off oil (1 quart) between oil changes. There are no visible oil leaks.
    The bolt of the part below the maf was loose (maybe when I went there to replace MAF..bcoz i got p0171 right after). That's what the mechanic said and I think that was why I was getting p0171
     
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    Interesting 2 years no p,0171. Now got it again on a 110F day. The previous time I had it was also on a hot summer day .

    It's most definitely not a MAF sensor issue as I replaced it. Mechanic had also ruled out vacuum leak after smoke test Just clueless why all of a sudden on a hot day p0171 comes back after literally 2 years of no such code. Last time mechanic had said he had tightened some bolts near the air intake and then after that I had no p0171 for 2 years.

    Any ideas? I have reset it and driven 10 miles...so far no code & engine running smooth
     
    #42 Prius RT, Jun 18, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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  3. Tombukt2

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    So you're in Nevada with full emissions testing you have annual inspection?
     
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    Yes. Emission test passed a month ago.
    Why
     
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    I was just curious if you were under that kind of a gun I don't have emissions testing where I am so I can ride around the check engine light on for 5 years as long as it's not affecting my gas mileage in my personal finances no problem. Where you is not sooo much. Certainly interesting how it seems to corelate w heat
     
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    Replaced it with OEM or some aftermarket? What brand, if aftermarket?

    What are your fuel trim readings for long and short-term fuel trims?