Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, servicing (engine code 1Z): Notes
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NOTE:
- Functional control of Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system is performed by Diesel Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) Engine Control Module (ECM) -J248- via the EGR vacuum regulator solenoid valve -N18-.
- Check EGR vacuum regulator solenoid valve - N18- using Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM).
- The cone shaped plunger in the mechanical EGR valve enables various cross sectional openings at different plunger heights.
- Every conceivable valve position is possible via pulsed control.
- Always replace self-locking nuts.