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EGR Systems: Description

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Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system controls oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emissions. Small amounts of exhaust gases are recirculated back into combustion chamber to be reburned with air/fuel charge. There are 2 different types of EGR systems that may be used: