What are symptoms of a bad EGR valve?

EGR valve symptoms can vary, however, the most common symptoms of a faulty EGR valve are explored below:

Your engine has a rough idle.
Your car has poor performance.
You have increased fuel consumption.
Your car frequently stalls when idling.
You can smell fuel.
Your engine management light stays on.

When should I replace my EGR valve?

An average car’s EGR valve has a lifespan of approximately 10 years in service. Proper maintenance of the valve is a must if you want to avoid any performance related issues on your car. If you notice a smell of fuel that comes out from under the hood or rough idling, then it might be time to replace the valve.

Where is the EGR valve on a Ford?

The Ford Ranger’s EGR valve should be located on the side of the intake plenum in the engine bay. You will notice it’s connected to a vacuum line and a metal tube at the bottom. The EGR or “exhaust gas recirculation” valve, is responsible for re-circulating emission gases in Your vehicle through the engine.

Can I drive with bad EGR?

Can I drive with a bad EGR valve? Technically, you can drive your vehicle with a bad EGR valve, but your vehicle will run rough, shake at idle, and a check engine light will be illuminated. You might also hear popping sounds while driving down the road.

Do petrol engines have EGR valves?

EGR stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation and virtually all modern cars, petrol or diesel, employ this technique to control pollutants in the exhaust via an EGR valve. Some use what’s called ‘internal EGR’, where there is no EGR valve as such.

How much does it cost to fix EGR?

The average cost of replacing the EGR valve in your vehicle is anywhere from $250 to $350 on average, depending on your vehicle’s year, make, and model as well as the type of system it has. The cost of parts will be somewhere around $190 to $270, while the cost of labor will be anywhere from $60 to $80.