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Think your EGR valve is having problems, try this quick test.


  1. 1
    Cut a new "gasket" out of the side of an aluminum can. You can do this by tracing the current gasket onto the sheet of aluminum.
  2. 2
    Cut off the "wings" of the new gasket where the bolts would go through.
  3. 3
    Take off the EGR valve.
  4. 4
    Place the new gasket over the old gasket.
  5. 5
    Replace the EGR valve.
  6. 6
    Run the car.
  7. 7
    If the car runs better, you may have a faulty EGR valve.


  • Be careful when cutting the new "gasket" out of the can's aluminum.

Things You'll Need

  • An aluminum can
  • Scissors

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