Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module (ESM)

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The ESM functions in the same manner as a conventional differential pressure feedback EGR system. The various system components have been integrated into a single component called the ESM. The flange of the valve portion of the ESM bolts directly to the intake manifold with a metal gasket that forms the metering orifice. This arrangement increases system reliability, response time, and system precision. By relocating the EGR orifice from the exhaust to the intake side of the EGR valve, the downstream pressure signal measures manifold absolute pressure. This manifold absolute pressure signal is used for EGR correction and inferred barometric pressure (BARO) at ignition ON. The system provides the PCM with a differential pressure feedback EGR signal that is identical to a traditional differential pressure feedback EGR system.

Fig 1: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module (ESM) Assembly

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Number	Description
1	-	Exhaust Flow
2	-	Upstream Differential Pressure Feedback EGR Port
3	-	Differential Pressure Feedback EGR And Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
4	-	EGR Vacuum Regulator Integrated Into Upper Body
5	-	Downstream Differential Pressure Feedback EGR Port
6	-	To Intake Manifold Plenum