Can you drive with a faulty EGR valve?
Can I drive with a bad EGR valve? Technically, you can drive your vehicle with a bad EGR valve, but your vehicle will run rough, shake at idle, and a check engine light will be illuminated. You might also hear popping sounds while driving down the road.
Can a clogged EGR valve cause car not to start?
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve introduces a measured amount of exhaust gases; into the intake manifold to get re-burned. This helps lower engine temperature and harmful emissions. But, the valve can fail and stick either open or closed. When the valve sticks open it may prevent your engine from starting.
What’s the signs of a bad EGR valve?
Symptoms of faulty EGR valve include: Poor engine performance, Engine check light, Smell of unburnt Fuel from exhaust, Failed emissions test, and Rough idling.
What is the EGR code for an Impala 3?
Related EGR codes: P0400, P0401, P0402, P0403, P0405, P0406, P0407, P0408, P0409 Hello, 2002 impala 3 4l v6, I just replaced the egr valve as I was getting check engine code p0404.
Can a p0404 engine have too much EGR?
(Too much EGR and the engine won’t idle). If you have a P0404, then the EGR valve is likely an electrically controlled EGR valve instead of a vacuum controlled EGR valve.
Is the p0404 valve on my Malibu gone?
I have a 2002 Chevy Malibu LS with the 3.1L V6 engine. I had a p0404 code and when I did my tune-up recently, I went ahead and replaced the EGR valve. However, after two days of normal driving (approx. 70mi each day), the code has not gone away.
What should I know about the p0404 code?
CAME UP EGR SYSTEM FAILED FAILED EGR POSITION SENSOR OPEN OR SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION FAILED EGR VALVE FAILED EGR POSITION SENSOR APPLICABLE OK SO THIS IS WHAT CAME UP WHEN THEY READ THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT SOOOO I HAVE CHANGED THE EGR VALVE AND STILL WONT GOT PASS 10MPH AND JUST STUMBLES ALL OVER ITS… Need more help with a p0404 code?