PO401

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kennyz
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PO401

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My 2000 SSEi keeps throwing this code (insufficient EGR flow). Sometimes it will stay off for days or even weeks. Other times it will come on after a few miles. I`ve cleaned the EGR valve and the pipe passages and was wondering what I should do next.
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Re: PO401

Post by 96 SSEi »

HI, IS YOUR CAR RUNNING HOTTER THAN NORMAL?you sure you cleaned the passages really good?
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Re: PO401

Post by kennyz »

No, operating temperature is normal and yes, I cleaned the passages thoroughly and checked the pipe for cracks.
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Re: PO401

Post by 96 SSEi »

you can check the 'causes' section here.........https://www.obd-codes.com/p0401
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1992 GTP
1987 Grand Am
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