Suzuki Fault Code

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P0171

Lean Hesitation / White Spark Plug Porcelain

System

Fuel / Metering

Symptom

Lean Hesitation / White Spark Plug Porcelain

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Fuel Trim System Too Lean (Bank 1). ACTION: Check for cracked intake air plenum boots downstream of air filter under bed. Measure fuel pressure at delivery line (spec: ~2.8–3.2 bar); clean varnished 12-hole micro fuel injector tips.

Red Seal field insights

Sub-Bed Airbox Disconnect: Routine air filter changes under the truck bed often leave the accordion rubber intake hose disconnected or torn on the back side, drawing unmetered false air.

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