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1994 Ford Explorer Repair Question


Topics covered: Egr valve, Check engine light, Engine.
Mileage: 170,000 miles.

Asked on March 22, 2012

EGR System CEL code 335

The problems started recently, and the Explorer seemed like it was bogging down a bit. It was acting like a bad EGR valve. At the time, I didn't have the money to fix it, so I left it, and suffered with the annoying CHECK ENGINE light on. I checked the codes the other day, and got Insufficient EGR Flow detected. I have replaced the DPFE, the EGR Valve, and the rubber hoses that connect to the DPFE. I have verified that all the hoses are in good condition and connected. Could the EGR vacuum solenoid be my problem?
Avatar Asked by ranger812572

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Replied on March 22, 2012

Check if its getting vacuum

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Replied on March 23, 2012

And if its not getting vacuum?

Tiny Response from ranger812572
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Replied on March 23, 2012

It suppose to have vacuum if not check from the solenoid to the intake manifold

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Replied on March 24, 2012

I have replaced the egr vacuum solenoid and reset the codes. It still comes up. I know its getting vaccum, because I pulled the vacuum plug off the egr and put my finger over it while holding the throttle at about 1500 rpm (a guess). I could feel it pulling. Any ideas?

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Replied on March 24, 2012

The computer controls the solenoid when to open and close-

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Replied on March 26, 2012

I replaced under warranty the EGR, which didn't fix it, but the warrantied DPFE did.

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Replied on March 26, 2012

Lesson learned here with the DPFE sensor-Thanks

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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