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1993 Jaguar Vanden Plas Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Egr valve, Sensor.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on August 20, 2009

1993 Jaguar Vanden Plas Ck Engine Fault Code Fuel Fail 39

Engine Performance problem
1993 Jaguar Vanden Plas 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 163660 miles

What does this mean? How best to repair. Engine seems to function just fine
Avatar Asked by jamesaffa

Answer

Replied on November 27, 2009

DTC 39: EGR Function
With engine at normal operating temperature and transmission in Neutral, lift EGR valve diaphragm. Engine should run rough and RPM should decrease. If engine does not run rough, check EGR transfer pipe, intake manifold, and EGR valve for blockage.
If engine runs rough, apply parking brake and service brakes. With engine hot, ensure vacuum signal to EGR valve is present at 1200 RPM. If vacuum signal is not present, ensure ECM is grounding EGR control solenoid Green/Red wire or check vacuum hose routing.
If vacuum signal is present, ensure EGR valve functions properly when vacuum is applied. Replace EGR valve if necessary. Ensure ECM is receiving EGR temperature sensor signal. See the appropriate SENSOR RANGE CHARTS article in this section. Check continuity of wiring harness between ECM and EGR temperature sensor. Repair or replace as necessary.

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