1997 Toyota Corolla EGR

Tiny
EMUNOZ03
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  • 1997 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 13,860 MILES
I am planing a long distnace trip the EGR isnt working is that bad
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 AT 11:26 AM

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Tiny
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EGR reduces NOX emmissions by metering burnt exhaust gas into intake, this process also reduces combustion temps, so yes it could cause engine to run hotter than normal.
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 AT 6:14 AM
Tiny
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The engine doesnt get hot it stays cold the engine temp. Meter doesnt go up that much
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 AT 9:42 AM
Tiny
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You will probably be OK, especially in cooler temps.
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 AT 10:26 PM

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