2001 Chevy Impala EGR Valve

Tiny
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  • 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 109,000 MILES
My check engine light came on, I went down to Auto Zone and had them do a check engine diagnostic, and it came back as EGR Valve failure. I replaced my EGR Valve and had them reset the light, and it went off, but about 15 minutes later, the check engine light came back on. I checked the connection of the valve and the wires connecting into it, and everythings connected properly. What is going on and what should I do?
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 AT 10:22 PM

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Tiny
RHALL77
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What was the code number
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Thursday, November 13th, 2008 AT 10:01 AM
Tiny
DENNYP
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The EGR passage in the upper intake manifold is probably restricted with carbon deposits. You will have to clean it out with a coat hangar wire and some good cleaner. (GM Top Engine Cleaner) or (Sea Foam)
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Thursday, November 13th, 2008 AT 12:28 PM
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Hi
I just bought my 2001 chevy impala and I am having the same problem. It struggles to start and the check engine come on. ONce I was dirving and it just stopped on me. I have no clue what it can be
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Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 AT 10:02 PM

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