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2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard

DTC P2187 [L3]: Notes

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Notes
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DTC P2187 [L3] DETECTION CONDITIONS AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

DTC P2187 Fuel system too lean at idle
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • PCM monitors short term fuel trim (SHRTFT) and long term fuel trim (LONGFT) during closed loop fuel control at idle. If the LONGFT and the sum total of these fuel trims or SHRTFT exceed pre programmed criteria. PCM determines that fuel system is too lean at idle.

Diagnostic support note 
  • This is a continuous monitor. (Fuel system)
  • MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition in two consecutive drive cycles or in one drive cycle while the DTC for the same malfunction has been stored in the PCM.
  • PENDING CODE is available if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle.
  • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.
  • DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Misfire
  • Front HO2S deterioration
  • Front HO2S heater malfunction
  • MAF sensor malfunction
  • Pressure regulator (built-in fuel injection pump) malfunction
  • Fuel pump malfunction
  • Fuel filter clogged or restricted
  • Fuel leakage on fuel line from fuel delivery pipe and fuel pump
  • Leakage exhaust system
  • Purge solenoid valve malfunction
  • Purge solenoid hoses improper connection
  • Air suction in intake air system
  • Insufficient engine compression
  • Variable valve timing control system improper operation
  • PCM malfunction
RENDER: 1.0x

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