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On Board Diagnosis Logic

If the absence of EGR flow is detected by EGR temperature sensor under the condition that calls for EGR, a low-flow malfunction is diagnosed.

DTC DETECTING CONDITION & POSSIBLE CAUSE

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0400 0400 EGR function (Close) No EGR flow is detected under the condition that calls for EGR.
  • Harness or connectors

    (The EGR volume control valve circuit is open or shorted.)

  • EGR volume control valve stuck closed
  • Dead (Weak) battery
  • EGR passage clogged
  • EGR temperature sensor and circuit
  • Exhaust gas leaks