What does an EGR cooler delete do?
What does an EGR cooler delete do?
Simply stated, an EGR delete is a part that prevents exhaust from being able to re-enter the engine. In effect, it “deletes” the EGR portion of the emission (pollution) controls on the vehicle.
What happens if my 6.0L EGR cooler fails?
If this cooler fails or the coolant passages become clogged (a common occurrence on the 6.0L), it may reduce flow to the EGR cooler, or create a sludgy oil/coolant mix that won’t flow through the cooler.
Which is better the EGR cooler or the OEM cooler?
If it’s a later 2004 I would give a lot of thought to the EGR cooler and avoid the OEM replacement if you decide to retain it and go with the bulletproof EGR cooler. If you have an early 2004, then you have a better EGR cooler to begin with and you may want to risk keeping it, that’s where I’m leaning now anyway.
What happens to the coolant when the EGR valve is closed?
Cooled when the coolant flow removes heat and the EGR valve is closed, and then heated and stressed as hot exhaust gases pass through. Each time it heats up, the metal inside the cooler grows and strains against the restraints of the unyielding metal shell, causing stress and strain.
What’s the best way to clean an EGR cooler?
To clean really dirty passages, some repair shops place EGR coolers inside an ultrasonic cleaner. The ultrasonic waves vibrate the carbon loss while circulating detergent through the passages. This can speed up the cleaning process. How often should you clean your EGR’s cooler?
What causes a bullet proof diesel EGR cooler to rupture?
“Low coolant levels in a vehicle, a coolant leak, air bubbles in the coolant lines, or other causes can allow the stock EGR cooler to experience metal expansion, which ruptures the EGR cooler from inside out.” “The Bullet Proof Diesel EGR cooler is a fundamentally different design than OE,” continued Dahlin.
When did the bulletproof square EGR Cooler Come Out?
This cooler has been out on the market since 2008. In that time, we have helped thousands of Power Stroke owners just like you cure their EGR cooler problems! This EGR cooler replaces the OEM P/N: 4C3Z-9P456-AC and fits the F-Series 2004.25 to 2007, E-Series 2004.25 to 2010, and the Excursion 2004.25 to 2005 model years.
Is there an EGR cooler for a 6.0 liter engine?
One of the first products to come to market to address a major failure of the 6.0-liter was the Bullet Proof Dieselexhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler. The original Power Stroke EGR cooler had a very high failure rate and unfortunately, when they failed, they caused major engine damage.
How often should I replace my Ford EGR cooler?
Countless owners have replaced their EGR coolers 2, 3 or more times in the first 100,000 miles, and they are not looking forward to doing it for the next 100,000! Are you? Instead of replacing the Ford EGR Cooler, upgrade it with the damn-near BulletProof 6.0L square EGR cooler from Bullet Proof Diesel!
