1997 Acura CL EGR valve

Tiny
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  • 1997 ACURA CL
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 75,000 MILES
Can the EGR valve be cleaned? The "check engine" light came on and the code indicated "EGR flow" problem. Short of replacement, can the EGR be cleaned? Thanks in advance.
Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 AT 3:22 PM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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Yes. You can try removing and cleaning the EGR valve
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Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 AT 7:46 PM
Tiny
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Dave:

It worked. I removed the unit and thoroughly cleaned it.I used an air hose and decarbonized with a small wire brush and non-clorinated parts cleaner. Works fine now."Check engine" light is off.

Thanks again.
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Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 AT 11:38 AM
Tiny
DAVE H
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No problem. Thats what we are here for !

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Dave H
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Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 AT 1:08 PM

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