EGR valve

readysexgo · 07-18-2002, 10:21 AM

just got my computer scanned and the code was 1406 - egr valve. autozone doesn't carry it and will have to order. it cost $100. could i just disconnect it or is that not a good idea. would i fail texas emissions without it?? also, would i have any problems if i disconnected it (engine running hot or lean)? and would the SES stay on with it disconnected?? any help is appreciated. thanks

zlightning · 07-18-2002, 01:52 PM

Well the egr is for emissions so you probably would fail. Disconnecting the egr will cause an ses light. 100 for it isn't bad. Mine was like 140.

CODY BEHNKE · 07-18-2002, 03:07 PM

You cannot simply jusy disconnect it!

It isn't there only for emmissions, it also lowers combustion chamber temps.

If you disconnect it it will run rich too.