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1996 Nissan Maxima Repair Question


Topics covered: Egr valve, Engine, Fuse.
Mileage: 190,000 miles.

Asked on October 18, 2012

Nissan Maxima Egr valve Problem

Code p1400 came up i was told thatwas the egr valve needed replacing but thats not what it says when i look it up what needs to be done?
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Replied on October 18, 2012

check to see if fuse #17 is blown first. this is an egr solenoid valve. if it still stays lit after trying to clear the engine light with a scanner then havea pro look at it because it can be a bad connection/ or shorted wire.

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