EGR valve replacement - 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis

oh yes i know its you EGR valve (Exhaust Gas Recalculation)

A code P0401 most likely means one or more of the following has happened: The DPFE (differential pressure feedback EGR) sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced There is a blockage in the EGR (tube), most likely carbon buildup The EGR valve is faulty The EGR valve may not be opening due to a lack of vaccuum Possible Solutions In fixing this code, it is quite common for people to just replace the EGR valve only to have the OBD code return. The EGR valve is not always the culprit. Use a vacuum pump and pull the EGR valve open while monitoring engine RPM's & DPFE voltage. There should be a noticable difference in RPM's with the EGR open Clean out the EGR valve and/or tubing to remove deposits Check the voltage at the DPFE, compare to specified values (refer to a repair manual for your specific model) Replace the DPFE sensor (with a good quality / OEM one) Replace the EGR valve Related EGR Articles: P0400 - P0402 - P0403 - EGR System Explained

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A code P0401 likely means one ormore of the following has happened:

• The DPFE (differential pressure feedback EGR) sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced
• There is a blockage in the EGR (tube), most likely carbon buildup
• The EGR valve is faulty
• The EGR valve may not be opening due to a lack of vacuum

PossibleSolutionsTo fix this code, it is quite commonfor people to just replace the EGR valve only to have the OBD code return. TheEGR valve is not always the culprit.

• Use a vacuum pump and pull the EGR valve open while monitoring engine RPM's & DPFE voltage. There should be a noticeable difference in RPM's with the EGR open
• Clean out the EGR valve and/or tubing to remove deposits
• Check the voltage at the DPFE, compare to specified values (refer to a repair manual for your specific model)
• Replace the DPFE sensor (with a good quality / OEM one)
• Replace the EGR valve

P0401 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected

Possible causes - Harness or connectors (EGR volume control valve circuit is open or shorted.)
- EGR volume control valve stuck closed
- EGR volume control solenoid valve
- Dead (Weak) battery
- EGR passage clogged
- Exhaust gas leaks Possible solution - Clean EGR Valve
- Repair EGR harness or connector
- Replaced EGR volume control solenoid valve
- Replaced EGR volume control valve

A code P0401 most likely means one or more of the following has happened:
* The DPFE (differential pressure feedback EGR) sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced
* There is a blockage in the EGR (tube), most likely carbon buildup
* The EGR valve is faulty
* The EGR valve may not be opening due to a lack of vaccuum

In fixing this code, it is quite common for people to just replace the EGR valve only to have the OBD code return. The EGR valve is not always the culprit.
* Use a vacuum pump and pull the EGR valve open while monitoring engine RPM's & DPFE voltage. There should be a noticable difference in RPM's with the EGR open
* Clean out the EGR valve and/or tubing to remove deposits
* Check the voltage at the DPFE, compare to specified values (refer to a repair manual for your specific model)
* Replace the DPFE sensor (with a good quality / OEM one)
* Replace the EGR valve

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P0401 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected

Possible Causes:
- Harness or connectors (EGR volume control valve circuit is open or shorted.)
- EGR volume control valve stuck closed
- EGR volume control solenoid valve
- Dead (Weak) battery
- EGR passage clogged
- Exhaust gas leaks
- Faulty EGR valve

Possible Solutions:
- Clean EGR Valve
- Replace EGR Valve
- Repair EGR harness or connector
- Replace EGR volume control solenoid valve
- Replace EGR volume control valve

OK, if you replaced the EGR hose, did you go all the way to change the EGR Valve? A stuck open EGR Valve can cause a rough idle and almost make it cut off.
Also, a vacuum leak on the EGR valve can cause a rough idle.

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Removal & Installation 2.0L Zetec Engine NOTE: When the EGR tube is disconnected from the EGR valve, it must be discarded and a new EGR tube must be installed. The aluminum threads on the EGR valve must be inspected, and a new EGR valve installed if the threads are damaged.
To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove and discard the exhaust manifold-to-EGR tube. Use the following as a guide:
3. Raise and safely support the vehicle
4. Remove the splash shield
5. Disconnect the EGR tube fitting
6. Lower the vehicle
7. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe
8. Disconnect the EGR tube from the EGR valve.
9. Detach the vacuum line and remove the two retainer bolts.

NOTE: The EGR valve sealing surfaces are soft metals and easily damaged.
To Install:

1. Installation is a reverse of the removal process. Carefully clean all sealing surfaces and install a new EGR valve gasket.
2. Install a new EGR valve tube.

Detach the vacuum line (#1) and unbolt the EGR valve - 2.0L

3.0L (4v) Engine To Remove:

1. Disconnect the vacuum line.
2. Disconnect the EGR tube.
3. Remove the EGR valve and discard the gasket.

NOTE: The EGR valve sealing surfaces are soft metals and easily damaged.
To Install:

1. Installation is a reverse of the removal process. Carefully clean all sealing surfaces and install a new EGR valve gasket.

Detach the vacuum line (#1), unthread the EGR tube (#2) and remove the EGR valve bolts (#3) - 3.0L (4V)

A code P0401 most likely means one or more of the following has happened:

•The DPFE (differential pressure feedback EGR) sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced
•There is a blockage in the EGR (tube), most likely carbon buildup
•The EGR valve is faulty
•The EGR valve may not be opening due to a lack of vacuum

In fixing this code, it is quite common for people to just replace the EGR valve only to have the OBD code return. The EGR valve is not always the culprit.

•Use a vacuum pump and pull the EGR valve open while monitoring engine RPM's & DPFE voltage. There should be a noticeable difference in RPM's with the EGR open
•Clean out the EGR valve and/or tubing to remove deposits
•Check the voltage at the DPFE, compare to specified values (refer to a repair manual for your specific model)
•Replace the DPFE sensor (with a good quality / OEM one)
•Replace the EGR valve

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REMOVAL PROCEDURE 1. Turn OFF the ignition. 2. Disconnect the EGR valve electrical connector 3. Remove the bolt retaining the pipe assembly from the EGR valve and carefully pull the pipe assembly back. 4. Remove the EGR valve retaining bolts. 5. Remove EGR valve assembly. 6. Remove the gasket. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1.
Install the EGR Valve with a new gasket to the intake manifold. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions. 2. Install the bolts through the EGR valve. Tighten Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) 3. Connect the pipe assembly to the EGR valve. 4. Install the bolt. Tighten Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) . Connect the EGR valve electrical connector.

REMOVAL - 2.4L The EGR valve and Electrical EGR Transducer are serviced as an assembly.

1. Disconnect vacuum tube from electric EGR transducer. Inspect vacuum tube for damage.
2. Remove electrical connector from solenoid.
3. Remove EGR tube bolts from EGR valve.
4. Remove EGR valve from cylinder head adaptor.
5. Clean gasket surface and discard old gasket. Check for any signs of leakage or cracked surfaces. Repair or replace as necessary

INSTALLATION - 2.4L The EGR valve and Electrical EGR Transducer are serviced as an assembly.

1. Assemble EGR valve with new gasket onto the cylinder head adaptor.
2. Loose assemble the bolts from EGR valve to EGR tube.
3. Loose assemble the bolts from EGR valve to cylinder head.
4. Tighten bolts from EGR valve to cylinder head to 22.8 N·m (200 ±25 in. lbs.) torque.
5. Tighten bolts from EGR valve to EGR tube to 11.9 N·m (105 ±20 in. lbs.) torque.
6. Reconnect vacuum hose and electrical connector to electrical EGR transducer.