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DTC P2188 [L8, LF, L3]

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DTC P2188 | Fuel system too rich at idle
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DETECTION CONDITION | • PCM monitors short term fuel trim (SHRTFT), long term fuel trim (LONGFT) during closed loop fuel control at idle. If the LONGFT and the sum total of these fuel trims exceed preprogrammed criteria, the PCM determines that fuel system is too rich at idle. Diagnostic support note • This is a continuous monitor. (Fuel system) • MIL illuminates if PCM detects the above malfunctioning 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 PCM detects the above malfunction conditions during first drive cycle. • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available. • DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE | • Misfire • A/F sensor deterioration • A/F sensor heater malfunction • MAF sensor malfunction • Pressure regulator (built-in fuel injection pump) malfunction • Fuel pump malfunction • EGR valve stuck open • VTCS improper operation • Purge solenoid valve improper operation • Purge solenoid valve malfunction (stuck open) • Purge solenoid hoses improper connection • PCV valve malfunction • Variable valve timing control system improper operation (LF, L3) • PCM malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION
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1 | VERIFY FREEZE FRAME DATA AND DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS HAS BEEN RECORDED • Has FREEZE FRAME DATA been recorded? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Record the FREEZE FRAME on the repair order, then go to the next step.
2 | VERIFY RELATED REPAIR INFORMATION AVAILABILITY • Verify related Service Information availability. • Is any related Service Information available? | Yes | Perform repair or diagnosis according to the available Service information. If the vehicle is not repaired, go to the next step.
No | Go to the next step.
3 | VERIFY RELATED PENDING CODE OR STORED DTCS • Turn the ignition switch off, then to the ON position (Engine off). • Verify related pending code or stored DTCs. • Are other DTCs present? | Yes | If misfire DTC is present, go to Step 8. If other DTC is present, go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF, L3].)
No | If driveability concern is present, go to Step 8. If not, go to the next step.
4 | IDENTIFY TRIGGER DTC FOR FREEZE FRAME DATA • Is the DTC P2178 on FREEZE FRAME DATA? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Go to troubleshooting procedures for DTC on FREEZE FRAME DATA.
5 | VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS (IGNITION SWITCH TO THE ON POSITION/IDLE) • Access APP1, APP2, ECT, MAF, TP and VSS PIDs using the WDS or equivalent. • Is there any signal that is far out of specification when the ignition switch is at the ON position and engine runs? | Yes | Inspect the sensor and excessive resistance in related wiring harnesses. Repair or if necessary. Then go to Step 16.
No | Go to the next step.
6 | VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS UNDER TROUBLE CONDITION • Inspect the same PIDs as Step 5 while simulating FREEZE FRAME DATA condition. • Is there any signal which causes drastic changes? | Yes | Inspect the sensor and related wiring harnesses, repair or replace it. Then go to Step 16.
No | Go to the next step.
7 | VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS OF A/F SENSOR • Access O2S11 for P2188 PID using the WDS or equivalent. • Check PID under following accelerator pedal condition (in PARK (ATX) or NEUTRAL (MTX)). • Is PID reading normal? - -1.0 -1.0 A when idle. - More than 0.25 mA just after release of accelerator pedal (lean condition). | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Visually inspect for any gas leakage between the exhaust manifold and the A/F sensor. Then go to Step 16.
8 | VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS OF MAF SENSOR • Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2. • Start the engine. • Access the MAF PID. • Verify that the MAF PID changes quickly according to engine speed. • Is the PID normal? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Replace the MAF/IAT sensor, then go to Step 16.
9 | INSPECT PURGE SOLENOID OPERATION • Perform the Purge Control System Inspection. (See Purge Control System Inspection.) • Does purge control system work properly? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to inspection result, then go to Step 16.
10 | INSPECT PCV VALVE OPERATION • Inspect the PCV valve operation. (See PCV VALVE INSPECTION [L8, LF, L3].) • Is the PCV valve normal? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Replace the PCV valve, then go to Step 16.
11 | INSPECT VTCS OPERATION • Perform the Variable Tumble Control Operation Inspection. (See Variable Tumble Control Operation Inspection.) • Does the VTCS work properly? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to inspection result, then go to Step 16.
12 | INSPECT FUEL LINE PRESSURE • Turn the ignition switch off. • Inspect the fuel line pressure. (See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [L8, LF, L3].) • Is the fuel line pressure normal? | Yes | Go to Step 14. (LF, L3)/Go to Step 15. (L8)
No | If the fuel pressure is too high, replace the fuel pump unit, then go to Step 16. If the fuel line pressure is low, go to the next step.
13 | INSPECT FUEL LINE FROM FUEL PUMP TO FUEL DELIVERY PIPE • Visually inspect fuel line for any leakage. • Is fuel leakage found? | Yes | Replace the fuel line, then go to Step 16.
No | Inspect for foreign materials or stain inside fuel filter (low-pressure). If for foreign materials or stain inside fuel filter (low-pressure), clean off fuel tank and filter. Then go to Step 16.
14 | INSPECT VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION • Inspect variable valve timing control system operation. (See Variable Valve Timing Control System Operation Inspection [LF, L3].) • Does variable valve timing control system work properly? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to inspection results, then go to Step 16.
15 | INSPECT IF EGR VALVE IS STUCK OPEN • Remove the EGR valve. • Does the EGR valve stuck open? | Yes | Clean or replace the EGR valve, then go to the next step.
No | Go to the next step.
16 | VERIFY TROUBLESHOOTING OF DTC P2188 COMPLETED • Make sure to reconnect all disconnected connectors. • Clear the DTC from the PCM memory using the WDS or equivalent. • Perform the KOER self-test. (See KOEO/KOER SELF TEST [L8, LF, L3].) • Is the DTC P2188 present? | Yes | Replace the PCM, then go to the next step. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF, L3].)
No | Go to the next step.
17 | VERIFY AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE • Perform the "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE". (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [L8, LF, L3].) • Are any DTCs present? | Yes | Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF, L3].)
No | Troubleshooting completed.