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Where can I find the EGR valve on my car?

Where can I find the EGR valve on my car?

Or visit an auto parts retailer on the Web, and enter your vehicle information to look for the EGR valve. Many auto parts stores online keep a database of auto parts photos or images for many vehicle makes and models. You may find a picture of the EGR valve for your particular model.

What happens when the EGR valve fails to close?

When this flow pattern fails, you begin to notice a decline in engine performance. For instance, this will happen if the EGR valve fails to close completely as the engine idles, or fails to open when engine speed increases. Unfortunately, problems in the EGR system and valve will happen sooner or later.

Do you need vacuum pump to test EGR valve?

Still, you can follow this guide along with the procedure described in your vehicle manual to test your EGR valve, if necessary. To apply one of the tests to the EGR valve, you’ll need a vacuum pump, which you can borrow-rent from a local auto parts store, if you don’t have one.

Why is my exhaust gas recirculation valve not working?

After miles of service, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system — especially the EGR valve — will lead to engine performance problems due to carbon buildup, components mechanical problems, or vacuum hose leaks.

Or visit an auto parts retailer on the Web, and enter your vehicle information to look for the EGR valve. Many auto parts stores online keep a database of auto parts photos or images for many vehicle makes and models. You may find a picture of the EGR valve for your particular model.

Why is my EGR valve not working properly?

If you notice no change at all in engine idle operation, but the plunger moves and the diaphragm holds vacuum, carbon buildup is blocking passages in the EGR system or the valve itself. Continue with the following section to remove the valve and clean the passages. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

Still, you can follow this guide along with the procedure described in your vehicle manual to test your EGR valve, if necessary. To apply one of the tests to the EGR valve, you’ll need a vacuum pump, which you can borrow-rent from a local auto parts store, if you don’t have one.

After miles of service, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system — especially the EGR valve — will lead to engine performance problems due to carbon buildup, components mechanical problems, or vacuum hose leaks.

When this flow pattern fails, you begin to notice a decline in engine performance. For instance, this will happen if the EGR valve fails to close completely as the engine idles, or fails to open when engine speed increases. Unfortunately, problems in the EGR system and valve will happen sooner or later.

What can I use to clean an EGR valve?

This is a home experiment and an unbiased use of JLM Diesel Air Intake & EGR Cleaner. Similar products are available. This product is designed to dissolve carbon deposits, gum and varnish build up. It should restore air flow to the engine thus improving power and acceleration while reducing exhaust smoke.

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Ruth Doyle