code 53?
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code 53?
well I finally got around to checking on the SES light, and with the help of you guys I figured out it was a code 53. So I looked up the codes and there was 4 choices. I know its not overvoltage, and I don't have a caddy or a TBI, so the only choice left was "EGR sensor fault, improper EGR vaccum". What does this mean, and is it hard to fix.
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Matt,
What model/year/engine do you have? (That always helps.)
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What model/year/engine do you have? (That always helps.)
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Later,
Vader
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Matt,
Your EGR system is not functioning as expected by the ECM. It may be a problem with the EGR valve itself, the EGR control solenoid, or a vacuum hose to the EGR system. It may also be a problem with the MAP sensor not detecting a change in manifold pressure when the EGR is commanded open, but that would most likely set a code 32 or 33.
Inspect all the vacuum hoses. MAke sure the EGR solenoid is connected and has two hoses on it. Make sure the vacuum hose from the solenoid is connected to the EGR. Remove the EGR valve and inspect the valve pintle and seat for carbong buildup and blockage. While the valve is out, inspect the ports in the intake manifold for siimilar blockage.
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Your EGR system is not functioning as expected by the ECM. It may be a problem with the EGR valve itself, the EGR control solenoid, or a vacuum hose to the EGR system. It may also be a problem with the MAP sensor not detecting a change in manifold pressure when the EGR is commanded open, but that would most likely set a code 32 or 33.
Inspect all the vacuum hoses. MAke sure the EGR solenoid is connected and has two hoses on it. Make sure the vacuum hose from the solenoid is connected to the EGR. Remove the EGR valve and inspect the valve pintle and seat for carbong buildup and blockage. While the valve is out, inspect the ports in the intake manifold for siimilar blockage.
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