EGR valve: Valve that enables the recirculation of exhaust gases into the intake duct.
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It is an anti-pollution device. As the exhaust gases have recirculated, the creation and emission of nitrogen oxides are reduced. These oxides are highly contaminant and they are regulated by many current automotive regulations.
EGR valve failure. has bene replaced 5 times by a shop. Electrical system and vacuum system check as good. they say no buildup in the passages. Last 2 were oem parts. He says the valves keep failing. Light comes back on within minutes or a couple days of being fixed
I am getting codes indicating faults in the four oxygen sensors, EGR, and EVAP system. I replaced all the wires and installed an engine computer, but the codes are still appearing.
Is there another reason that could cause these codes to appear together?