Check Engine Light On - I replaced EGR valve, EGR vacuum solenoid, there are no leaks on hoses, disconnected positive terminal of battery, light went off but came back 5 miles later, idle speed is 1400 all the time. Sometimes fuel and brake fluid odors are present inside the car, I paid a technician for assistance but I lost as all he told me to do did not help me, are there mechanics who can really help me without paying in advance? Using the internet is not a matter of honor, anyone could get me again. I am open to pay for a fair advice on how to solve my car problem, let me hear from you.

Yes, you need to reset the codes by disconnecting the battery negative terminal for about 15-20 minutes with the ignition key ON. Turn OFF the key, connect the cable again and turn the key. The CEL will turn off.

1. Install a tachometer on the engine, following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Detach the engine wiring harness connector from the Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid.
3. Disconnect and plug the vacuum supply hose from the EGR valve.
4. Start the engine, then apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels and position the transmission in Neutral.
5. Observe and note the idle speed.
   

If the engine will not idle with the IAC solenoid disconnected, provide an air bypass to the engine by slightly opening the throttle plate or by creating an intake vacuum leak. Do not allow the idle speed to exceed typical idle rpm.
Using a hand-held vacuum pump, slowly apply 5-10 in. Hg (17-34 kPa) of vacuum to the EGR valve nipple.

1. If the idle speed drops more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and returns to normal after the vacuum is removed, the EGR valve is OK.
2. If the idle speed does not drop more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and return to normal after the vacuum is removed, inspect the EGR valve for a blockage; clean it if a blockage is found. Replace the EGR valve if no blockage is found, or if cleaning the valve does not remedy the malfunction.

EGR Valve Removal & Install
3.0L OHV (2 valve) and 3.4L SHO engines



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.0L OHV (2 valve) engine



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.4L (SHO) engine



Fig. : Remove the two retaining bolts and...



Fig.: ... remove the valve from the intake manifold



Fig.: Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the manifold and the EGR valve (if being reused)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the vacuum hose from the EGR valve.
3. Using a 22mm wrench or crowfoot, disconnect the EGR valve-to-exhaust manifold tube from the EGR valve.
4. Remove the EGR valve mounting fasteners, then separate the valve from the intake manifold.
5. Remove and discard the old EGR valve gasket, and clean the gasket mating surfaces on the valve and the intake manifold.
   

To install:

1. Install the EGR valve, along with a new gasket, on the upper intake manifold, then install and tighten the mounting bolts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm).
2. Connect the EGR valve-to-exhaust manifold tube to the valve, then tighten the tube nut to 26-47 ft. lbs. (35-65 Nm).
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.0L OHC (4 valve)



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.0L OHC (4 valve) engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the vacuum hose from the EGR valve.
3. Remove the two EGR tube-to-EGR valve retaining nuts.
4. Remove the EGR valve mounting fasteners, then separate the valve from the intake manifold.
5. Remove and discard the old EGR valve gasket, and clean the gasket mating surfaces on the valve and the intake manifold.
   

To install:

1. Install the EGR valve, along with a new gasket, on the upper intake manifold, then install and tighten the mounting bolts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm).
2. Connect the EGR valve-to-EGR tube, then tighten the retaining nuts.
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Disconnect the wiring connectors to the air cleaner, Mass Air Flow sensor, EGR vacuum solenoid, and DPFE sensor. Remove the air intake assembly (up to the throttle body). There are two vacuum lines from the EGR vacuum solenoid, find where they reach the EGR valve and the intake manifold, disconnect them at these points. There is a rubber hose coming from the firewall to the top of the engine, disconnect this and push it aside. Remove the nut directly below this hose (this nut holds the bracket that the DPFE and EGR vacuum solenoid are mounted to). Follow the mounting bracket around and remove the smaller nut holding it on. Have some tape ready to mark two hoses. Make a note of which hose is the "Hi" and "Ref" on the DPFE sensor and remove them. Remove the DPFE/EGR vacuum solenoid assembly. Congratulations, now you have access to the EGR valve!!

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Disconnect the wiring connectors to the air cleaner, Mass Air Flow sensor, EGR vacuum solenoid, and DPFE sensor. Remove the air intake assembly (up to the throttle body). There are two vacuum lines from the EGR vacuum solenoid, find where they reach the EGR valve and the intake manifold, disconnect them at these points. There is a rubber hose coming from the firewall to the top of the engine, disconnect this and push it aside. Remove the nut directly below this hose (this nut holds the bracket that the DPFE and EGR vacuum solenoid are mounted to). Follow the mounting bracket around and remove the smaller nut holding it on. Have some tape ready to mark two hoses. Make a note of which hose is the "Hi" and "Ref" on the DPFE sensor and remove them. Remove the DPFE/EGR vacuum solenoid assembly. Congratulations, now you have access to the EGR valve!!

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Exhaust gas recirculation flow reduced. Could be caused by valve or gunk in the flow path. I'll paste a little bit about troubleshooting below. If you need specific instructions for repairing your system, please reply with your engine size/type.

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system is designed to reintroduce exhaust gas into the combustion chambers, thereby lowering combustion temperatures and reducing the formation of Oxides of Nitrogen (NO x ).
The amount of exhaust gas that is reintroduced into the combustion cycle is determined by several factors, such as: engine speed, engine vacuum, exhaust system backpressure, coolant temperature, throttle position. All EGR valves are vacuum operated. The EGR vacuum diagram for your particular vehicle is displayed on the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label.
The EGR system is Differential Pressure Feedback EGR (DPFE) system, controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and composed of the following components: DPFE sensor (also referred to as the backpressure transducer), EGR Vacuum Regulator (EVR) solenoid, EGR valve, and assorted hoses.

COMPONENT TESTING

DPFE Sensor

1. Disconnect the pressure hoses at the DPFE sensor.
2. Connect a hand vacuum pump to the downstream pickup marked REF on the sensor.
3. Using a multimeter, backprobe the SIG RTN circuit at the DPFE connector.
4. With the ignition ON , signal voltage should be 0.20-0.70 volts.
5. Apply 8-9 in. Hg of vacuum to the sensor. Voltage should be greater than 4 volts.
6. Quickly release the vacuum from the sensor. Voltage should drop to less than 1 volt in 3 seconds.
7. If the sensor does not respond as specified, check the power and ground circuits.
8. If power and ground circuits are functional, the sensor is faulty.

EGR Valve Control Solenoid

1. Remove the EVR solenoid.
2. Attempt to lightly blow air into the EVR solenoid.
   1. If air blows through the solenoid, replace the solenoid with a new one.
   2. If air does not pass freely through the solenoid, continue with the test.
   
   
3. Apply battery voltage (approximately 12 volts) and a ground to the EVR solenoid electrical terminals. Attempt to lightly blow air, once again, through the solenoid.
   1. If air does not pass through the solenoid, replace the solenoid with a new one.
   2. If air does not flow through the solenoid, the solenoid is OK.
   
   
4. If the solenoid is functional but the problem still exists, check the power and ground circuits.

EGR Valve

1. Install a tachometer on the engine, following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Detach the engine wiring harness connector from the Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid.
3. Disconnect and plug the vacuum supply hose from the EGR valve.
4. Start the engine, then apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels and position the transmission in Neutral.
5. Observe and note the idle speed.

If the engine will not idle with the IAC solenoid disconnected, provide an air bypass to the engine by slightly opening the throttle plate or by creating an intake vacuum leak. Do not allow the idle speed to exceed typical idle rpm.

1. Using a hand-held vacuum pump, slowly apply 5-10 in. Hg (17-34 kPa) of vacuum to the EGR valve nipple.
   1. If the idle speed drops more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and returns to normal after the vacuum is removed, the EGR valve is OK.
   2. If the idle speed does not drop more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and return to normal after the vacuum is removed, inspect the EGR valve for a blockage; clean it if a blockage is found. Replace the EGR valve if no blockage is found, or if cleaning the valve does not remedy the malfunction.
   
   

Check the EGR valve for functioning:

COMPONENT TESTING DPFE Sensor

1. Disconnect the pressure hoses at the DPFE sensor.
2. Connect a hand vacuum pump to the downstream pickup marked REF on the sensor.
3. Using a multimeter, backprobe the SIG RTN circuit at the DPFE connector.
4. With the ignition ON, signal voltage should be 0.20-0.70 volts.
5. Apply 8-9 in. Hg of vacuum to the sensor. Voltage should be greater than 4 volts.
6. Quickly release the vacuum from the sensor. Voltage should drop to less than 1 volt in 3 seconds.
7. If the sensor does not respond as specified, check the power and ground circuits.
8. If power and ground circuits are functional, the sensor is faulty.

EVR Solenoid

1. Remove the EVR solenoid.
2. Attempt to lightly blow air into the EVR solenoid.
   1. If air blows through the solenoid, replace the solenoid with a new one.
   2. If air does not pass freely through the solenoid, continue with the test.
3. Apply battery voltage (approximately 12 volts) and a ground to the EVR solenoid electrical terminals. Attempt to lightly blow air, once again, through the solenoid.
   1. If air does not pass through the solenoid, replace the solenoid with a new one.
   2. If air does not flow through the solenoid, the solenoid is OK.
4. If the solenoid is functional but the problem still exists, check the power and ground circuits.

EGR Valve

1. Install a tachometer on the engine, following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Detach the engine wiring harness connector from the Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid.
3. Disconnect and plug the vacuum supply hose from the EGR valve.
4. Start the engine, then apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels and position the transmission in Neutral.
5. Observe and note the idle speed. NOTE: If the engine will not idle with the IAC solenoid disconnected, provide an air bypass to the engine by slightly opening the throttle plate or by creating an intake vacuum leak. Do not allow the idle speed to exceed typical idle rpm.
   
6. Using a hand-held vacuum pump, slowly apply 5-10 in. Hg (17-34 kPa) of vacuum to the EGR valve nipple.
   1. If the idle speed drops more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and returns to normal after the vacuum is removed, the EGR valve is OK.
   2. If the idle speed does not drop more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and return to normal after the vacuum is removed, inspect the EGR valve for a blockage; clean it if a blockage is found. Replace the EGR valve if no blockage is found, or if cleaning the valve does not remedy the malfunction. ---

On 1995 Crown Victoria the EGR valve is located at the rear of the engine compartment. While the attaching bolts can be gotten out with a little bit of a problem the egr tube that atteches the EGR valve to the right exhaust manifold is a pain. It is possible to do though. Here are the removal and installation instructions. If you are sure that the EGR valve is the reason for any check engine light then you can remove the battery cable for about five minutes to reset the light, but if the light is on for a differant reason then you just got rid of the code plus any freeze frame data that a shop could have used to diagnose the problem.

Check this procedure about REMOVAL & INSTALLATION...

PFED Sensor
See Figures 9, 10, 11 and 12



Fig. 9: Detach the connector for the DPFE sensor



Fig. 10: Matchmark and remove the vacuum hoses for the DPFE sensor and ...



Fig. 11: ... remove the retaining nuts from the DPFE sensor and ...



Fig. 12: ... remove the DPFE sensor from the intake manifold

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Label and disconnect the wiring harness from the DPFE sensor.
3. Label and disconnect the vacuum hoses.
4. Remove the mounting screws and remove the DPFE sensor.
   

To install:

1. Position the DPFE sensor and tighten the mounting screws.
2. Attach all necessary hoses and wiring to the sensor.
3. Connect the negative battery cable.

EGR Valve Control Solenoid
See Figures 13 through 17



Fig. 13: Detach the connector for the EVR solenoid



Fig. 14: Match mark the vacuum hoses for the EVR solenoid and ...



Fig. 15: ... remove the vacuum hoses from the EVR solenoid



Fig. 16: Remove the retaining nut for the solenoid and ...



Fig. 17: ... remove the solenoid from the intake manifold

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Label and detach the vacuum hoses from the EVR solenoid.
3. Detach the electrical connector from the solenoid.
4. Remove the retaining hardware, and remove the solenoid.

To install:

1. Position the solenoid and install the retaining hardware.
2. Attach the main emission vacuum control connector and the wiring harness connector to the EVR solenoid.
3. Connect the negative battery cable.

continue...

EGR Valve Testing

1. Install a tachometer on the engine, following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Detach the engine wiring harness connector from the Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid.
3. Disconnect and plug the vacuum supply hose from the EGR valve.
4. Start the engine, then apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels and position the transmission in Neutral.
5. Observe and note the idle speed.
   

If the engine will not idle with the IAC solenoid disconnected, provide an air bypass to the engine by slightly opening the throttle plate or by creating an intake vacuum leak. Do not allow the idle speed to exceed typical idle rpm.
Using a hand-held vacuum pump, slowly apply 5-10 in. Hg (17-34 kPa) of vacuum to the EGR valve nipple.

1. If the idle speed drops more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and returns to normal after the vacuum is removed, the EGR valve is OK.
2. If the idle speed does not drop more than 100 rpm with the vacuum applied and return to normal after the vacuum is removed, inspect the EGR valve for a blockage; clean it if a blockage is found. Replace the EGR valve if no blockage is found, or if cleaning the valve does not remedy the malfunction.

EGR Valve Removal & Install
3.0L OHV (2 valve) and 3.4L SHO engines



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.0L OHV (2 valve) engine



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.4L (SHO) engine



Fig. : Remove the two retaining bolts and...



Fig.: ... remove the valve from the intake manifold



Fig.: Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the manifold and the EGR valve (if being reused)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the vacuum hose from the EGR valve.
3. Using a 22mm wrench or crowfoot, disconnect the EGR valve-to-exhaust manifold tube from the EGR valve.
4. Remove the EGR valve mounting fasteners, then separate the valve from the intake manifold.
5. Remove and discard the old EGR valve gasket, and clean the gasket mating surfaces on the valve and the intake manifold.
   

To install:

1. Install the EGR valve, along with a new gasket, on the upper intake manifold, then install and tighten the mounting bolts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm).
2. Connect the EGR valve-to-exhaust manifold tube to the valve, then tighten the tube nut to 26-47 ft. lbs. (35-65 Nm).
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.0L OHC (4 valve)



Fig. : EGR mounting-3.0L OHC (4 valve) engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the vacuum hose from the EGR valve.
3. Remove the two EGR tube-to-EGR valve retaining nuts.
4. Remove the EGR valve mounting fasteners, then separate the valve from the intake manifold.
5. Remove and discard the old EGR valve gasket, and clean the gasket mating surfaces on the valve and the intake manifold.
   

To install:

1. Install the EGR valve, along with a new gasket, on the upper intake manifold, then install and tighten the mounting bolts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm).
2. Connect the EGR valve-to-EGR tube, then tighten the retaining nuts.
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

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P0441 = Evap. Emission Ctrl. System Incorrect Purge Flow. Listed Cause - valve stuck in open position.
INSPECTION (4 cylinder engine)
When disconnecting the vacuum hose, make an identification mark on it so that it can be reconnected to its original position. 1. Disconnect the vacuum hose (black with red stripe) from the solenoid valve. 2. Detach the harness connector. 3. Connect a vacuum pump to the nipple to which the red-striped vacuum hose was connected. 4. Apply vacuum and check when voltage is applied to the EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Valve and when the voltage is discontinued.
Battery voltage Normal condition
When applied Vacuum is released
When discontinued Vacuum is maintained

V6 Purge Solenoid Valve

Have the Idle Control Solenoid Valve cleaned up.

Or it might be defective. See steps below to check...

1. Disconnect idle control solenoid valve electrical connector.
2. Disconnect upper hose to solenoid valve from manifold and apply vacuum to hose. Valve should hold vacuum.
3. Continue applying vacuum to hose and briefly energize valve by connecting battery positive terminal to the black/yellow wire terminal and negative battery terminal to the green/black wire terminal. Valve should not hold vacuum when energized.
4. If idle control solenoid valve fails to perform as outlined, valve is defective.