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Both petrol and diesel powered vehicles have an exhaust gas recirculation system.It is intended to reduce NOx emissions by recycling a portion of the gases that normally exit through the exhaust.A valve is used to control the flow of gases that are re-routed through the intake system.This lowers undesirable exhaust emissions on a correctly functioning EGR system.Diesel vehicles have a problem with excess hydrocarbons being produced during the combustion process.The hydrocarbons deposit themselves on the EGR valve and the pipe that goes back into the intake system.The EGR valve and the associated pipework are eventually blocked by this.There is an additional source of deposit build-up.The carbon build up in the emission control components is not only from the combustion process.Most of the time, it is a combination of carbons and deposits from the crankcase oil.Many fail to arrest deposit build-up on the EGR after it has been cleaned or replaced.The crankcase breather system can be bypassed by engine oil.The oil isn't fully combusted after being consumed during the process.The unburned oil and fuel are recycled.The very strong affinity between oil and metal will cause the oil to change into metal.This newly formed surface acts as a sponge for all the particulates in the recirculating exhaust gases.A combination of bypassed oil and unburned fuel is what you have.This turns into a solid and causes a faulty operation.The solenoid that is used to open the valve will draw more current if it sticks or is blocked.The engine has a warning light.The symptoms of a faulty EGR include excessive emissions/smoke during acceleration and engine warning lights as deposits begin to accumulate.There is a certain amount of recirculating gases expected from the EGR valve as it transitions from closed to open.The air/fuel ratio is disturbed because these gases are not delivered as anticipated.This can result in hesitation, stumbling and excess emissions.Most manufacturers won't tell you that there is a natural cleaning mechanism for carbon.Cleaner exhaust gases will naturally remove carbon if you are able to improve the quality of combustion.Many emission control components are attached to the exhaust system, such as the hot side of the turbocharger, or a diesel particulate filter.You can clean these areas yourself.Fuel system cleaners and combustion catalysts are what you see on the market today.They might be promoted and marketed as fuel system cleaners, but they are not.In order to restore the efficiency of the fuel system, they have to improve its efficiency.Some products have a fuel catalyst technology that will lower the hydrocarbons produced.Clean exhaust gases will help remove carbon from these areas.The chemistry is destroyed during the combustion process, so only a few products that contain patented technologies are able to clean these areas.Natural removal and EGR valves are not always effective when cleaning the system.When cleaning carbon from your engine, heat is the primary factor.It's important that there is enough heat.The heat and recycled exhaust gases help remove carbon.The problem with the EGR is that the gases are usually cooled by the time they reach the valve.The natural cleaning mechanism is not always as effective as the EGRs.If you have access to it, the most effective way to clean an EGR is to remove it and clean it manually.The EGR and the pipework will be removed.If you can, manually remove as much carbon as possible, then use a quality aerosol cleaner to clean the rest of the system.If you don't have easy access to the EGR valve, you can use an in situ aerosol-based EGR cleaner that can be sprayed into the pipework or through the air intake and cleaned this way.You must be very careful with diesel engines.You don't want to ruin the engine.You should allow a trained professional to carry out this procedure for you if you are unsure.The Ecotec aerosol is recommended for this.The steps needed to prevent further carbon build up should be taken once the EGR is clean.Maintaining a manageable level of carbon that the engine can naturally consume without the deposits becoming excessive is what you can do.A very fine layer of carbon that you can scratch off with your nail is what you would be looking for if you were to remove the EGR.Anything over that would be considered excessive.Protect and maintain.The first thing to do is to use a high quality polyetheramine-based fuel system cleaner and carbon remover.You will end up with a blocked EGR valve after that.We recommend Archoil for diesel engines.2.You need a very high quality engine oil and/or oil Additive that will help prevent oil from going through the crankcase breather system and into the EGR system.You have to tackle the problem from both the fuel system end and the crankcase oil.The Bardahl C60 fullerene range of engine oils has been proven to keep the EGR and similar systems clean and I would recommend them for this.Alternatively use a high quality oil pack such as Archoil.These have shown that they can remove carbon from these areas.3.If the majority of your driving is short or start/stop, use a high quality ongoing fuel Additive containing an effective combustion modifier or fuel catalyst.Archoil is recommended for this.This will improve the quality of the combustion and lower the amount of hydrocarbons being produced and recycled through the system, especially when the engine is in its warm-up cycle.A single bottle will last for multiple tanks of fuel if you only use a small amount of the product at a time.It is important for you to know that most of today's vehicles are mis-sold.Many people use them for short journeys around town, but they are not designed for that.hydrocarbons will be produced and deposited throughout the system if the vehicle is not allowed to get up to temperature frequently.It will be difficult for the engine and emissions control components to manage carbon because of the lack of heat.Keeping the engine running efficiently requires the use of the correct types of oil, fuel and fuel Additives.If you need expert advice or help, please don't hesitate to contact us and either I or a member of my team will be happy to help.There are a number of things that can be done to clean the fuel system, including fuel conditioning, protection and carbon reduction.
Both petrol and diesel powered vehicles have an exhaust gas recirculation system.It is intended to reduce NOx emissions by recycling a portion of the gases that normally exit through the exhaust.A valve is used to control the flow of gases that are re-routed through the intake system.This lowers undesirable exhaust emissions on a correctly functioning EGR system.
Diesel vehicles have a problem with excess hydrocarbons being produced during the combustion process.The hydrocarbons deposit themselves on the EGR valve and the pipe that goes back into the intake system.The EGR valve and the associated pipework are eventually blocked by this.
The carbon build up in the emission control components is not only from the combustion process.Most of the time, it is a combination of carbons and deposits from the crankcase oil.Many fail to arrest deposit build-up on the EGR after it has been cleaned or replaced.More on this later...
The crankcase breather system can be bypassed by engine oil.The oil isn't fully combusted after being consumed during the process.The unburned oil and fuel are recycled.The very strong affinity between oil and metal will cause the oil to change into metal.This newly formed surface acts as a sponge for all the particulates in the recirculating exhaust gases.
A combination of bypassed oil and unburned fuel is what you have.This turns into a solid and causes a faulty operation.
The solenoid that is used to open the valve will draw more current if it sticks or is blocked.The engine has a warning light.
As deposits accumulate, the flow of gases is restricted and the fuel mixture is disturbed.There is a certain amount of recirculating gases expected from the EGR valve as it transitions from closed to open.The air/fuel ratio is disturbed because these gases are not delivered as anticipated.This can result in hesitation, stumbling and excess emissions.Natural carbon removal.
Most manufacturers won't tell you that there is a natural cleaning mechanism for carbon.Cleaner exhaust gases will naturally remove carbon if you are able to improve the quality of combustion.Many emission control components are attached to the exhaust system, such as the hot side of the turbocharger, or a diesel particulate filter.
You can clean these areas yourself.Fuel system cleaners and combustion catalysts are what you see on the market today.They might be promoted and marketed as fuel system cleaners, but they are not.In order to restore the efficiency of the fuel system, they have to improve its efficiency.Some products have a fuel catalyst technology that will lower the hydrocarbons produced.Clean exhaust gases will help remove carbon from these areas.The chemistry is destroyed during the combustion process, so only a few products that contain patented technologies are able to clean these areas.
When cleaning the EGR system, this natural cleaning mechanism is not always effective.When cleaning carbon from your engine, heat is the primary factor.It's important that there is enough heat.The heat and recycled exhaust gases help remove carbon.The problem with the EGR is that the gases are usually cooled by the time they reach the valve.The natural cleaning mechanism is not always as effective as the EGRs.
If you have access to it, you can remove it and clean it manually.The EGR and the pipework will be removed.If you can, manually remove as much carbon as possible, then use a quality aerosol cleaner to clean the rest of the system.
If you don't have easy access to the EGR valve, you can use an in situ aerosol-based EGR cleaner that can be sprayed into the pipework or through the air intake and cleaned this way.You must be very careful with diesel engines.You don't want to ruin the engine.You should allow a trained professional to carry out this procedure for you if you are unsure.The Ecotec aerosol is recommended for this.
The steps needed to prevent further carbon build up should be taken once the EGR is clean.Maintaining a manageable level of carbon that the engine can naturally consume without the deposits becoming excessive is what you can do.A very fine layer of carbon that you can scratch off with your nail is what you would be looking for if you were to remove the EGR.Anything over that would be considered excessive.
1.The first thing to do is to use a high quality polyetheramine-based fuel system cleaner and carbon remover.You will end up with a blocked EGR valve after that.We recommend Archoil for diesel engines.
2.You need a very high quality engine oil and/or oil Additive that will help prevent oil from going through the crankcase breather system and into the EGR system.You have to tackle the problem from both the fuel system end and the crankcase oil.The Bardahl C60 fullerene range of engine oils has been proven to keep the EGR and similar systems clean and I would recommend them for this.Alternatively use a high quality oil pack such as Archoil.These have shown that they can remove carbon from these areas.
3.If the majority of your driving is short or start/stop, use a high quality ongoing fuel Additive containing an effective combustion modifier or fuel catalyst.Archoil is recommended for this.This will improve the quality of the combustion and lower the amount of hydrocarbons being produced and recycled through the system, especially when the engine is in its warm-up cycle.A single bottle will last for multiple tanks of fuel if you only use a small amount of the product at a time.
Our view is that most of today's vehicles are mis-sold.Many people use them for short journeys around town, but they are not designed for that.hydrocarbons will be produced and deposited throughout the system if the vehicle is not allowed to get up to temperature frequently.
It will be difficult for the engine and emissions control components to manage carbon because of the lack of heat.Keeping the engine running efficiently requires the use of the correct types of oil, fuel and fuel Additives.
If you need expert advice or help, please don't hesitate to contact us and either I or a member of my team will be happy to help.
Have you got the 13 Sprinter 316?Depending on the quality of fuels, shell V-power can be used most of the time.Is there a recommendation to help with egr health?There is a car that gets filled with whatever fuel she stops at, despite being told to use V-power for egr/fuel system health.Do you mean not to use 6700D-max with performance fuels?Many thanks.
I own a 2016 volvo v40 D3.The error code was P04d900 when I took my EML to the garage.There is a valve problem.
It appears to be a common fault with volvos.I don't think it will work.I'm going to try and get the work done for free via volvo.They are not open on Monday so I wanted to know if the car is safe to drive or not.
I am pretty sure I will not get anywhere with volvo.How much does this type of work cost?
It is not likely to be an issue getting to work in the short term.If the function is sticking, it needs to be tested with a diagnostic tool.Depending on the mileage, a replacement EGR will be required.
I'm Hi.I have a VW T6 Transporter with 39k on and has to top it off every 600 miles.Do you think it's been carboned up?It seems the fluid loss is coming from the exhaust as it has been pressure tested and seems okay for any leaks.My partner said I had a lot of fluid coming from the exhaust.
The cooler is likely the EGR.If it has any other separate coolers, check them out.
I own a Jaguar xf auto sports.The car shuts down very aggressively when I use the sports gear.There are no warning lights displayed.A jaguar specialist said that it could be the EGR, but they wouldn't confirm it.What are you suggesting?
Did you resolve the issue?The car I have is the same one with 100,000 on the clock.I have tried many cleaners.
I believe the lower o/s suspension needs to come off in order to gain access to DPF and EGR.
I have an audi a6 tdi 2.0 ultra that has shown no change in drive quality, but the EML keeps coming on.It would appear that the cooler may be blocked with soot after running some tests.
I bought a secondhand replacement EGR cooler and was wondering if it could be cleaned and if I needed to buy a new one.
Do you think it's a good idea for some people to blank the EGR valve and not use the engine?
Alterations to the emissions control system are not something we would recommend.
I went to my volvo xc60 and got the engine management light on.The diagnostic said the EGR valve is blocked.I don't know what to do.Call a company that does mobile cleaning if you want to change the EGR valve.Changing the valve costs a fortune and if I have to clean it, what will happen to the DPF?Please let me know if you have any advice.I forgot how easy it is to clean the EGr manually.Sanjiv.
Three years ago, I bought a high mileage diesel car, but only do 5000 miles a year.V-power diesel and regular oil changes are always used.Is it a good idea to use archoil now since there have been no egr issues?
I am reluctant to use catch cans to solve this problem.I just had my manifold cleaned on my lc200 at 225000km and was considering using an egr cleaner spray instead.Is this enough to keep the gunk at bay?
Prevention is better than an EGR cleaner.A quality fuel conditioner is designed to lower the amount of carbon circulating around the system.
Have you ever heard of a throttle body cleaner causing damage to the engine, because a carbon deposit has got stuck in the cylinder wall and scratched up the wall?
What do you think about my f10 m5 idling rough and I was thinking of running a cleaner through it?
It's very unlikely with deposits in the intake.There is no risk with hard, baked-on deposit from the inlet valves.The risk is small again.
The engine management lightilluminated my Mazda MX-5 without any obvious degradation in performance.A Mazda dealership reported that the EGR valve was malfunctioning.I found this website because I had never heard of an EGR valve.To fit a new one, the dealership will quote the price plus VAT.I think it's a good idea to replace the unit rather than clean it.
If you can get the old egr valve out, you should get a toothbrush and a cleaner.You will be amazed at how clean it is, just take your time to remove and refit.
I can't give my VAG a clean every year because it's a rotten 4 hour job behind the engine.
The claims that the egr cleaner is the answer to all the issues regarding cleaning of these components seem a little extreme from my experience as a motor engineer.The only successful method of removal of component, strip, clean, and refit has been done by using only a single method.It can happen in extreme cases.It works every time.Don't cut corners.
There is no substitute for a manual strip down.If air flow is not completely blocked, EGR cleaners offer some benefit.It is possible to free up the valve on engines with labour intensive access.
Many Technicians fail to address the root cause of oil quality, fuel quality and driving style, leaving the customer to face the same problem later on.A catalyst based fuel conditioner can be used to help counteract the recirculating carbons.
My engine lights keep coming on.I took it to the garage and was told that there was a fault with the coolant pump 2 open circuit and that I needed to replace the parts.The engine lights came back on after a few minutes as I continued to drive after I stopped pressing hard on the throttle.What do you think are the problems?
I was unable to assist without inspecting the vehicle.I would take it back to the person who did the work.
There is a glow plug on my car.46K.My garage needs a new valve.I added the bottle to the diesel tank.Will this cure the problem or will I need to replace the valve?
The EGR needs to be inspected and cleaned.The Technician should try an aerosol based product if it is difficult to access.
I own a 520d BMW with 48k miles, 3x services, and is driven on a mix of roads and diesel.I would like to know if an aerosol based clearner is of benefit for this vehicle and if there is anything I should be wary of in application, particularly with regards to the MAF sensor.
They help clean the air intake and valves.It is best to remove and clean an overly contaminated EGR.Always spray at a point after the sensor.It takes patience to allow the engine to consume the product.Failure to do this can cause the engine to run away and cause a lot of damage.
Thanks for the reply.This will cause a fault in theECU if I disconnected the MAF.If I put a pipe in to allow a second path, it might disrupt the airflow enough to cause a fault.In order to partially allow the manual throttle of the airflow, it would have to be done.
If one were to spray before the mAF, what are the implications of this and if they could just use the cleaner afterwards without risk of damage?
I have a problem with high oil consumption in my Mazda 2.0 petrol, I was told that ar2300 can help.How long is it safe to drive with Additive in oil?Can it be thousands of miles?
The engine is down on power, the engine management light is not on all the time, but even when it is on the performance is still down.What would you recommend as a solution if the cause is the EGR valve?
It's hard to say based on the information.The error codes should be read first.
I just bought a new truck with 139,000 miles, should I use the product now as part of my preventive maintenance program?There is a Cummins ISX15 under the hood.
I'm new to this forum.I own a 52 plate spacestar.The engine management light came on last year and was treated with a temporary fix.For the next year, run smoothly and then have a problem again.The engine management light would light up when there was no demand on the engine.There was a lot of soot left on the road after the engine was revved in the garage.It was booked in for repair in 2 days.Is she safe to drive?I've been driving for 3 weeks with a light on and off.Please think.
I couldn't confirm if the vehicle was safe to drive without inspecting it.The fault is unlikely to cause long term damage.
I have changed my motor home to use a Hymer 2.3 multijet engine.I had someone connect the engine management light to a diagnostics device and the code for an egr problem after just a couple of weeks.I would like to purchase a product that will help keep my engine clean, but which one and where could I get it?
If you want to prevent reoccurrence, you need to get it cleaned manually and then use the fuel and oil with it.
I would like to purchase a 11 plate Volvo 80 2.4 diesel but I am a bit concerned that the mileage at 46000 is low and there could be carbon/ ash build up problems if I purchase it.What products do you recommend and how do I apply them?Many thanks.There is a person named Nigel.
Depending on convenience, regular use of the two is every 5k miles.If you don't want the hassle of adding a product with every fill up, then use AR6400-D.
The engine light came on while Andy was touring around France and Spain.We stopped for a break when the light was out.The hand book suggests that the problem is the EGR.Even though we don't do the recommended service mileage, we service the vehicle every year.Many thanks to you.
If it is the EGR system, there is a chance of making a difference.The best way to lower the fuel carbons and oil deposits is by using a fuel conditioner or higher quality oil.
I have a car.There is an error on the dash that reads as egr.I would be happy to have it cleaned before I replace it.You can contact me by email or phone.Thanks.
I had a light on in Zarira.The pipe from dpf to sensor had been fractured.I used the AR6400 D to make sure there was plenty of heat.The engine runs fine, it requested one regen which it performed, not much smoke this time.The only problem I have now is the engine management light.I have used the tank of fuel.There is a fault code that suggests an EGR problem.I just bought an assault rifle for the next stage and I want to know what's going on with my situation so far and next steps.Thank you Roger.
If you want to reduce the build-up of both the fuel system and lubricating oil on that engine, you should have the EGR system cleaned manually and then use a fuel conditioner and AR9100 in with the oil.
I followed your advice and removed the EGR valve, which was stuck, and gave it a good clean.It took a few journeys but the engine management light is no longer visible.Roger is a man.
I have a ford fiesta 1.6 econetic iv that I took to a garage as the car seemed to be struggling when it was cold at the start and the garage put it on a diagonstic machine but it isn't bringing it back.I have been told to try diesal treatment and egr cleaner first and then go onto the injectors and check them, but I'm going to have to pay hundreds of dollars to get someone to pull them out.
I'm Sean.The garage should be able to diagnose this.I would have the EGR cleaned.If the fuel filter hasn't been changed in a while, I would replace it.If there are injector deposits, you could use AR6400-D as a process of elimination.Is the engine easy to start or does it take a few cranks?
My car judders when I accelerate.I have had the clutch and DMF changed.This didn't help the problem at all.The diff carrier and carrier bearing has been changed as well as the drive shaft and they tried doing wheel balancing and even changed all four wheels thinking there was a flat spot on one of the tiers.The problem continues.The plugs have been checked.The suspension and engine mountings have been checked.A friend of mine suggested that the culprit could be the EGR valve.There are no management lights on.Suggestions would be greatly appreciated.Many thanks.Tyron.
It's difficult to diagnose without inspecting the vehicle.I would have to listen and feel it.If it feels like it is related to the engine, then using a high quality fuel system cleaner would be a good idea.Any competent mechanic should be able to diagnose this.