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Egr Valve p0401 code

My check engine light came on so I had the codes read and it came back with p0401 and a cylinder 3 misfire, which the egr valve one can cause so i changed out the egr valve and then restarted the car... it ran until i put it in gear and then it died and will not start back up. It is getting fuel and its firing and will turn over but not start...help please.... what can I check or do next to get it to start again?

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  • Posted on Aug 30, 2008

SOURCE: P01420 Code - 2001 Toyota Camary

Have had similiar problem w. 2002 Highlander.
It happens when the airfilter comparment is touched, moved or opened. The hose attachment comes lose and the engine light comes on. Attached hose to airfilter casing a little tighter and the light will eventually go off. Takes about 2 weeks to go off.

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  • Posted on May 27, 2009

SOURCE: p0401 code

P0401 indicates that EGR Flow Insufficient.

But if you have handled it and believe it is okay, I will give you tips on turning the warning off.

  • All trouble codes must be purged from the ECUs memory after repairing the faults. Otherwise, code(s) would remain in the ECUs memory indefinitely and would appear along with a new code in the event of a future problem.
  • Remove the EFI fuse (15A) for 30 seconds with the ignition switch OFF to clear any codes. It may take longer than 30 seconds, depending on ambient temperature (the lower the temperature, the longer the fuse must be left out).
  • Trouble codes can also be cleared by disconnecting the vehicle battery. However, other memory functions (clock, radio, etc.), will need to be reset.
  • After the codes are cleared, road test the vehicle (as applicable for the fault) and recheck if any codes reset. If so, it indicates that the trouble area has not been repaired correctly.
Or remove the battery terminal head for 10 minutes.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 05, 2009

SOURCE: Code P0401 toyota Camry 3.0 v6

replace the vsv that has the vacuuum hose running from it to the egr valve

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 12, 2009

SOURCE: Toyota Corolla DX 97 Engine Light EGR valve PLEASE HELP

You can try cleaning the EGR valve and passages with Seafoam. A bottle costs just a few dollars at any auto parts store or discount store. With the engine running, squirt/spray it in through the brake booster hose, or through the PCV hose. This will cause smoke to come out the exhaust. This is normal and will disappear after a few minutes. If Seafoam does not do the trick, then you can still disassemble the EGR valve from the throttle body and clean it with throttle body cleaner.

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  • Posted on Apr 21, 2010

SOURCE: check engine light on-code says egr valve is bad

the egr system consists of control circuits as well as the egr valve itself. troubleshooting will have to be performed in order to pinpoint the fault. the valve may just need cleaning. there may be damage in the long run since the egr system introduces exhaust gas to the air intake to reduce combustion temperatures.

http://www.aa1car.com/library/egr.htm

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