EGR question
EGR question
So my wife's 99 I30 has a 0302 code which I know is usually the EGR pipe being clogged, but this pipe was cleaned out probably 40K-50K miles ago by a shop. I read they can get clogged again somewhat quickly so I decided to remove the pipe yesterday. I tried to blow thru it and I could but it was like blowing thru a small straw. I took a coathanger and poked it thru the pipe and I must cleared it out because now I can blow thru it like it should be. Could this have caused the code even through it wasn't blocked?
Also, you think I should replace the EGR pipe gaskets or do most folks just reuse them?
Also, you think I should replace the EGR pipe gaskets or do most folks just reuse them?
My P0400, 0302 cel was solved by replacing the EGR solemoid valve ( green Connector ). I replaced it, but took apart and cleaned the old one and now that one is working fine too. Easy to clean, only one moving part inside, a spring and 2 O rings. Hard part is taking it out and putting it back in. So save some money and try cleaning it first...david
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So my wife's 99 I30 has a 0302 code which I know is usually the EGR pipe being clogged, but this pipe was cleaned out probably 40K-50K miles ago by a shop. I read they can get clogged again somewhat quickly so I decided to remove the pipe yesterday. I tried to blow thru it and I could but it was like blowing thru a small straw. I took a coathanger and poked it thru the pipe and I must cleared it out because now I can blow thru it like it should be. Could this have caused the code even through it wasn't blocked?
Also, you think I should replace the EGR pipe gaskets or do most folks just reuse them?
Also, you think I should replace the EGR pipe gaskets or do most folks just reuse them?
I have taken comprehensive pictures and typed out advice on how to clean it but first I have to get through 15 posts. Look for my new thread on this topic.
(Post #6 to allow me to start a thread)
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Mistertone: I replied in another thread which said:
I went to the dealer today to see how much they would charge to clean the EGR. They advised me against it since I don't have any codes (I have 144,000 miles on it with no codes but noticing little acceleration, so I wanted to get it cleaned).
The dealer claimed that it's a tight spot and other things may break..bla...bla..bla. After I insisted on a price, they quoted me a few hours (maybe more if something breaks) @ $90 a hour (yup this is in Canadian funds).
I then went to the pieces department and I got a quote of $300 just for all the parts (TB/IAC gasket, EGR valve and Solenoid). The EGR valve was $250!!! Yikes.
So I figure that if the dealer were to do this job it would be around 3 hours of work ($270) + parts ($300 -I'm sure they would not hesitate twice to replace the parts = ~$600 + taxes = $700.
The dealer claimed that it's a tight spot and other things may break..bla...bla..bla. After I insisted on a price, they quoted me a few hours (maybe more if something breaks) @ $90 a hour (yup this is in Canadian funds).
I then went to the pieces department and I got a quote of $300 just for all the parts (TB/IAC gasket, EGR valve and Solenoid). The EGR valve was $250!!! Yikes.
So I figure that if the dealer were to do this job it would be around 3 hours of work ($270) + parts ($300 -I'm sure they would not hesitate twice to replace the parts = ~$600 + taxes = $700.
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