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P0175Severity: Medium

P0175 – System Too Rich (Bank 2)

The mixture on cylinder bank 2 is too rich.

What it means

The fuel mixture on the second bank is richer than it should be. The ECU tries to reduce fuel but hits its limit. Seen on V engines.

Symptoms

  • High fuel use
  • Soot/smell from exhaust
  • Rough idle
  • Check-engine light

Common causes

  • Faulty/leaking injector
  • High fuel pressure
  • Faulty MAF/MAP
  • Dirty air filter

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Frequently asked questions

What does trouble code P0175 mean?

P0175 – System Too Rich (Bank 2). The fuel mixture on the second bank is richer than it should be. The ECU tries to reduce fuel but hits its limit. Seen on V engines.

Can I drive with a P0175 code?

You can usually drive short distances, but it's best to have it checked before it gets worse.

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