Can a check engine light with and error code of EGR cause black soot in the tailpipe of a 2005 dodge grand caravan???

2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.8L engine misfire on cylinder 5.

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Aug 14, 2012 - MIL on; cylinder 5 misfire; most noticeable at idle in gear ... This could be caused by an EGR valve that is sticking partly open and not closing ...

OBD-II Trouble Code: P0305 Cylinder 5 Five Misfire Detected

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A P0305 code means that the the car's computer has detected that one of the engine'scylinders is not firing properly. In this case it's cylinder #5.

ODB Code P0305- Misfire in #5 Cylinder - 2008 Dodge ...

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Feb 22, 2011 - ... do something with a misfire in the #5 cylinder of my V6 4.0L engine. ... ODB Code P0305- Misfire in #5 Cylinder on 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan .... My2005 dodge grand caravan jerks when it shifts into gear what could it be.

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The p0442 is a moderate leak in the EVAP control system and p0455 is a large leak in the EVAP control system. First thing is to ensure that your filler cap is on tight and that the seal is effective. Next is to check the tubing of the EVAP system for any holes or disconnections. The P1404 is the valve in your EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) is staying closed. It could also be that the EGR piping is clogged up with soot (baked carbon deposits). Similarly the p0404 is an EGR related error code. Your vehicle is quite new and it would be unusual for the EGR to pack up or require cleaning out so early in its life. I would make sure that the connector pins in the connection socket to the EGR are clean and bright and that there no breaks in the wiring back to the power control module. If no joy then remove the EGR and examine the freedom of movement of the valve. If gummed up spray liberally with carburettor cleaner spray and leave to stand for at least ten minutes before wiping away the crud. Repeat until the valve looks like new and reinstall. After four or five restarts without fault the error code should clear.

I would clear the code and see if it returns. If the EGR valve is stuck open, it would make it buck or shutter. If the EGR valve is not functioning right, or clogged up, it will effect proformance. I would replace the EGR valve. I read that it's a common problem.

3.3 engines has the egr valve with transducer.you have to replace the whole unit. code p0406 what its trying to tell you your egr valve circuit is short to ground.it has failed .

the PO406 code is the EGR position sensor.
I have heard tho that DMX corp had some issues with this code in the past where basically it was just tossing false codes. But they also did have a higher fail rate on them during 05-07, so you may have to replace it anyways.

I have the 2005 Town & Country TOURING . If my memeory serves me correct, I believe this was the same code that I got on time. The van didn't seem to drive any different but this is what I did and I haven't seen the light come on since.
first I went to the dealer ( you can get these parts from a auto parts house also) and bought the 3 gaskets total.for the the EGR solenoid vavle assembly where it bolts on to the engine ( that gasket was made from metal), NOTICE AN INDENTATION IN THE METAL GASKET WHEN YOU TAKE IT OFF,YOU WILL WANT TO PLACE THE NEW GASKET IN THE SAME DIRECTION. one gasket that goes between the EGR valve solenoid and the small stand pipe. and another gasket that goes between the stand pipe and where it connects to the plastic valve intake area cover on top of the engine.
I took the EGR solenoid off from the engine and took it apart (reall carefully) and cleaned it thouroughly with a spray carbuerator cleaner. I took mine "completely apart" after I did this I dont recommend to do this again, you can damage the coil inside if you're not cafefully. I suggest just cleaning the valve and plunger ports, etc....
When it was completely dry I reinstalled the EGR solenoid on the van making sure I used ALL NEW GASKETS. The van hasn't produced the engine light since. I hope this helps.

go to somewhare that can get ur engine code then ull be able to google it and be able to find out what the problem is

yes it is..you need to replace egr valve assembly..make sure you disconnect battery while replacing..some times fault will return even after replacing valve..

read this page

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Chrysler-Repair-807/2008/5/EGR-code-po406.htm

had same problem 2005 Grand Caravan clean electrical connection to egr valve before replacing valve corrosion causes a low voltage to valve shows OBDII code P0404