1999 Chevy Lumina EGR

1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TANK1981
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The EGR light will not go out, and the engine runs a little rough. I also have some white smoke out the tail pipe. I replaced the EGR valve but this did not help. The light still stays on. I pulled the new valve off and found it full of water. How would water get into the new EGR valve and what is the problem with my car? I cant get it inspected because I cant get the check engine light to stay off. It will not pass emissions test.
Apr 4, 2008 at 8:35 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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That could be a problem with a head gasket if it had water in it.Might also explain why it runs rough. Have the cooling system chemical tested for exhaust gasses.
Apr 4, 2008 at 9:50 AM
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