Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION (EGR) Systems: Overview
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The EGR system controls the oxides of nitrogen (NO x ) emissions. Small amounts of exhaust gases are recirculated back into the combustion chamber to mix with the air/fuel charge. The combustion chamber temperature is reduced, lowering NO x emissions.