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pn0ymahalMar-24-02 02:27 PM
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#18300, "Code P0401 EGR Failure?"




          

i went driving today and at a stop my car was making some noise from the rear or so...plus the car wanted to die but did not...on my way home i notice a cel...i got a code P0401 from the ob2 program it said, exhaust gas recirculation flow insufficient detected. title auxillary emission source specific controls... also is said test not completed or failed is oxygen sensor heater and catalyst monitor?
i got the cd dsm manuel and there is a bit to check... what should i check 1st and how should i ?
thanks guys

Michael 99gs
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Mods:
no time to put in yet: s-fmu,injectors, and crane ignition.
Hrc Stage 2
Greddy Type S Bov
VC-2
Road Race Catch Can
Greddy Profec B & Switch
Apexi WS Catback
Super Afc
Autometer Boost,
Egt
Air/Fuel Light & Digital
Tokico Adjust Struts
Eibach Pro Kit Springs
Front & Rear Upper Bar
CarCraft Interior
Sound System= Bring it On

Michael
99gs hrc stage 5000 SOLD...
2004 Honda Accord V6 (240 hp)stock
what other car should i buy?? hmmm
Car info & pictures at http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/520269

  

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babybeclipseMar-25-02 03:56 AM
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#18301, "RE: Code P0401 EGR Failure?"
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What kind of noise was it making from the back of your car?

If the egr failed I wouldn't worry (unless its stuck up!) or you worry about fuel economy and power gains.

It sounds like you have a few problems- almost sounds like your O2 sensor is going out too.


Is the intake really really loud? Does it sound like you have race cams now? Could you get the car over 30mph?

If you answerd Yes,Yes,and No. than your O2 sensor is out.

  

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pn0ymahalMar-25-02 04:02 AM
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#18302, "RE: Code P0401 EGR Failure?"
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well my car is able to go over 45mph i dont get alot of noise form the intake or so... when i was stop at a light and my car wanted to die out it sounded like my fuel pump or so in the rear wanted to turn off also... but that was for a split second... im going to drive her around and see if the code comes back since i disconnect the battary and if it does i'll look into it more...feedback?


Michael 99gs
Boost It!
Mods:
no time to put in yet: s-fmu,injectors, and crane ignition.
Hrc Stage 2
Greddy Type S Bov
VC-2
Road Race Catch Can
Greddy Profec B & Switch
Apexi WS Catback
Super Afc
Autometer Boost,
Egt
Air/Fuel Light & Digital
Tokico Adjust Struts
Eibach Pro Kit Springs
Front & Rear Upper Bar
CarCraft Interior
Sound System= Bring it On

Michael
99gs hrc stage 5000 SOLD...
2004 Honda Accord V6 (240 hp)stock
what other car should i buy?? hmmm
Car info & pictures at http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/520269

  

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mcgyvrMar-25-02 08:30 AM
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#18303, "RE: Code P0401 EGR Failure?"
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it should be the egr solenoid, there isnt much to it, someone said you can just clean it out, sometimes gunk builds up around the valve and stops it from working

1998 dodge avenger 4 cyl AT
Mods are:
Not enough

  

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pn0ymahalMar-25-02 09:54 AM
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#18304, "RE: Code P0401 EGR Failure?"
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well so far no problem after a couple hrs of driving... ill let you guys know if it comes back...


Michael 99gs
Boost It!
Mods:
no time to put in yet: s-fmu,injectors, and crane ignition.
Hrc Stage 2
Greddy Type S Bov
VC-2
Road Race Catch Can
Greddy Profec B & Switch
Apexi WS Catback
Super Afc
Autometer Boost,
Egt
Air/Fuel Light & Digital
Tokico Adjust Struts
Eibach Pro Kit Springs
Front & Rear Upper Bar
CarCraft Interior
Sound System= Bring it On

Michael
99gs hrc stage 5000 SOLD...
2004 Honda Accord V6 (240 hp)stock
what other car should i buy?? hmmm
Car info & pictures at http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/520269

  

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pn0ymahalMar-25-02 02:31 PM
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#18305, "RE: Code P0401 EGR Failure?"
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the cel came back on and same code... i guess i have some work to take care of any advice? the car does want to die at idle at a light...

Michael 99gs
Boost It!
Mods:
no time to put in yet: s-fmu,injectors, and crane ignition.
Hrc Stage 2
Greddy Type S Bov
VC-2
Road Race Catch Can
Greddy Profec B & Switch
Apexi WS Catback
Super Afc
Autometer Boost,
Egt
Air/Fuel Light & Digital
Tokico Adjust Struts
Eibach Pro Kit Springs
Front & Rear Upper Bar
CarCraft Interior
Sound System= Bring it On

Michael
99gs hrc stage 5000 SOLD...
2004 Honda Accord V6 (240 hp)stock
what other car should i buy?? hmmm
Car info & pictures at http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/520269

  

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