{"id":33513,"date":"2021-12-24T09:58:05","date_gmt":"2021-12-24T09:58:05","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=33513"},"modified":"2021-12-24T11:03:51","modified_gmt":"2021-12-24T11:03:51","slug":"how-to-clean-an-egr-valve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-clean-an-egr-valve\/","title":{"rendered":"How to clean an EGR valve \u2013 A step-by-step guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>An EGR valve is an important component and plays a major role in your car\u2019s performance. In this post, we\u2019re letting you know the function of an EGR valve and how to clean an EGR valve at home. \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is an EGR valve?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve is a vital emission control device in the car\u2019s engine. It is located between the exhaust manifold and the intake manifold. The EGR valve sends back the hot exhaust gas from the engine into the intake manifold. This process helps reduce the combustion temperature and decreases nitrous oxide emission.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve.jpg\" alt=\"How to clean an EGR valve - EGR valve with cooler\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve.jpg 1000w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-clean-an-EGR-valve-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why should you clean the EGR valve?\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A clean EGR valve can reduce the amount of nitrous oxide emitted from your car. Also, cleaning the EGR valve can help increase the longevity and performance of your car\u2019s engine. An unclean EGR valve can damage both your vehicle and the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">What are the signs of a bad EGR valve?\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The following are the signs and symptoms your car will exhibit when there\u2019s an EGR valve problem in your vehicle:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check engine light is on\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Difficulty in <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/what-to-do-if-your-car-wont-start\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">starting the car<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibrating engine\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rough idle\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Decrease in mileage and high fuel consumption\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/car-overheating\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Overheating of vehicle<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can smell unburned gas fumes\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Poor acceleration while driving\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you notice any of the above signs, check your EGR valve and clean it as soon as possible. Car care experts recommend cleaning your car\u2019s EGR valve after driving 45,000 to 50,000 miles to maintain it better.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to clean an EGR valve\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Follow the steps given below to clean your EGR valve without any hassle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 1\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Park the vehicle on a flat surface, switch off the engine and engage all brakes. Also, take off the negative terminal of your car\u2019s battery.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 2\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Next, locate the EGR valve in your vehicle. The location differs based on the vehicle model, and you can refer to the owners\u2019 manual to find its exact location. Once you\u2019ve located the valve, remove it for cleaning. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Remove the hoses and other parts attached to the valve without damaging them. While removing the valve, if you notice the gasket to be damaged or worn out have, replace it.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 3\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The valve contains carbon deposits; therefore, wear acid-resistant gloves and safety glasses before cleaning the valve. Next, spray the EGR valve cleaner on the carbon deposits and remove the deposits using a pipe cleaner or wire brush. Clean it till all the deposits are removed, then wipe the surface using a clean cloth.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 4\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you\u2019re not able to remove the particles with the brush, soak it in a cleaning solution for a few minutes, and then clean it. If there\u2019s much dirt and build-up, it\u2019s better to replace it with a new one. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once you\u2019re done cleaning it, place it back in its original position. If the check engine light on the dashboard is switched off, you have successfully cleaned the EGR valve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Car-wash-banner.png\" alt=\"Get access to Unlimited Car Washes from Way.com\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Read our blogs for information on the\u00a0<\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/parking\/airport-parking\/\"><em>best airport parking<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/parking\/city-parking\/\"><em>hourly parking spots<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0near you and the most\u00a0<\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/auto-insurance\/\"><em>affordable insurance for your car.<\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An EGR valve is an important component and plays a major role in your car\u2019s performance. In this post, we\u2019re letting you know the function of an EGR valve and how to clean an EGR valve at home. \u00a0 What is an EGR valve?\u00a0 The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve is a vital emission control&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-clean-an-egr-valve\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to clean an EGR valve \u2013 A step-by-step guide<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":46,"featured_media":33516,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[605,1079],"tags":[3874,3872,3873],"class_list":["post-33513","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-care-tips","category-car-services","tag-egr-valve-cleaner","tag-egr-valve","tag-how-to-clean-egr-valve","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.3 (Yoast SEO v28.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to clean an EGR valve \u2013 A step-by-step guide from Way.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"An EGR valve is an important component and plays a major role in your car\u2019s performance. 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