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B1170 Engine Trouble Code

Meaning of B1170 engine trouble code is a kind of body trouble code and B1170 if your catalytic convertor fails completely, you eventually won't be able to keep the car running. Your gas mileage will also be terrible, so you should try and fix it as soon as you can. Unfortunately, the average replacement cost is around $2,140 and you can't do it yourself unless you're an experienced mechanic.

B1170 Fault Symptoms :

Check engine light comes on
Engine stalling or misfiring
Engine performance issues
Car not starting

If one of these reasons for B1170 code is occuring now you should check B1170 repair processes.
Now don't ask yourself; What should you do with B1170 code ?
The solution is here :

B1170 Possible Solution:

Disconnected, dirty or fouled spark plugs are common causes for engines that won't start. Spark plugs typically need to be replaced every season or 25 hours of use. You should also check that the spark plug gap is set properly. If your spark plugs look good, problems with your ignition system can also preventing a spark. These can range from a faulty spark plug lead, shorted kill switch or flywheel key damage.

B1170 Code Meaning :

B	1	1	7	0
OBD-II Diagnostic Body (B) Trouble Code For Engine	Fuel And Air Metering	Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High	Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault	Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off

The catalytic converter has an oxygen sensor in front and behind it. When the vehicle is warm and running in closed loop mode, the upstream oxygen sensor waveform reading should fluctuate.

B1170 OBD-II Diagnostic Body (B) Trouble Code Description

B1170 engine trouble code is about Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off.

Main reason For B1170 Code

The reason of B1170 OBD-II Engine Trouble Code is Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High.

Parts or components should not be replaced with reference to only a B1170 DTC. The vehicle service manual should be consulted for more information on possible causes of the fault, along with required testing.

	Example: 0140