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EGR Valve: Testing and Inspection






1. Depress the diaphragm with finger to see that it operates smoothly through the full stroke.
2. Make a test with the engine running at idle to see that the engine idling becomes rough when the EGR valve is forced open.

NOTE:
- Leakage in the EGR valve causes rough engine idling. To check EGR valve for leakage, disconnect EGR valve piping at exhaust manifold side and see if engine idling becomes smooth.