1996 Acura RL Check Engine Light

1996 ACURA RL
165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JMILLE14
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The check engine light in my vehicle came on for the first time about a year ago. I had the Intake Manifold/EGR valve cleaned and it turned off but, within 3 weeks it came back on again. My mechanic cannot figure out what is wrong with it and now sometimes when I'm stopped and idling I can see exhaust billowing up the rear of my vehicle. Do I need to replace the EGR valve or something else?
Sep 14, 2010 at 8:02 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi jmille14,

What was/were the EXACT trouble code(s) retrieved?
Sep 15, 2010 at 10:28 AM
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JMILLE14
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I honestly have no idea. If this helps the O2 Sensor would not pass the emissions test last year. It never came out with a code.
Sep 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Get a free scan done at Autozone and let me know what it is.

It can be the O2 sensor plus others and the codes would tell us what they are.
Sep 15, 2010 at 10:53 AM
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JMILLE14
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Alright, I will tonight or tomorrow after work and I will get back to you. Thank you!
Sep 15, 2010 at 1:07 PM
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