SOURCE: WHAT IS CODE 173 FUEL TRIM MALFUNCTION BANK-2?
Generally when you get a code for both banks, you do not have an engine failure, but you probably have a significant vacuum leak. First check the rubber hoses around the PCV valve to motor intake and if any rubber is squishy or oily that would indicate a leaking hole. Also check around the entire intake with carb cleaner (engine revs while running if you spray the cleaner near a leaking gasket or intak hose hole).
SOURCE: I have a Mercedes s500
Hi!!
What all this codes have in common is that every single one of them can be caused by a vacuum leak, so carefully check for cracked, loose or disconnected vacuum hoses, wiring to the coils, fuel pressure regulator, fuel injectors, specially on cylinder 2.
NOTE:After cylinder cut-out system is turned off, the system monitors (through misfire detection) if all intake and exhaust valves are open again.
NOTE:Misfiring may be caused by many faults in the fuel injection system. Usually a misfiring fault is stored with faults pertaining to other components. An engine mechanical fault could also cause a misfire condition.
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