MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 My car's trouble light keeps flashing, indicating that bank one is too rich while idling. acceleration and fuel economy are both suffering as a result. I've always had a chilly air intake, but never had any issues until lately. Even after replacing the mass air flow sensor and flushing the fuel system with seafoam to remove carbon buildup, the problem persists. Please, HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 still in need of aid! I figured someone here would be able to assist me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Lion Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 It is suggested that the CAI be removed and the original intake reinstalled, and that the wire harness, which has likely been stretched as a result of the rerouting, be replaced or repaired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 ok,thanks. But now I don't have the original intake system!!! and why, if the intake has been installed for over a year, would it only now begin doing this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Lion Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 It took some time for the electrical integrity of the circuit to be compromised by the additional load on the wire. The OEM air filter and electrical connectors may be purchased at a low cost from a salvage yard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 'll give it a go and report back to you. As always, I appreciate your assistance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Lion Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 That's great! Report back to us with your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nimbuye5 Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 High mileage increases the likelihood that injectors are leaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 So that's another possible explanation for the stalling every time I take off. As well as a decrease in MPG. Do I need to do any kind of testing before I replace them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Lion Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 I can't tell for sure that it isn't your injectors, but I don't think that's the case. gasoline injectors seldom "leak" or have other problems since current gasoline is so reinforced with chemicals and detergents. Like I stated earlier, the installation of the CAI and the rerouting/stretching of the wire seems like it produced an electrical short, which was caused by the torque from your engine tugging on the wiring harness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 That's fantastic, I'll try it out first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 okay, I'll look into it first, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMH757 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 OK, I've Hit a Snag Here! I've tried calling every salvage and trash yard within 75 miles, but no one seems to have an original air box. Could you recommend a website, please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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