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Old 12-18-2008, 07:23 AM
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2001 Accord V-6 coupe. The computer keeps throwing PO401 insufficient EGR flow. Checked stock valve per manual, OK. Replaced it with aftermarket valve, no change. If I run Lucas fuel treatment it'll stay out for a couple tank fulls. Is there a modification I can make, or can someone point me to a thread that deals with this problem? When the check engine light is on, other lights come on and off eg. TCS, SRS, side air bag, brake fluid. As long as the CEL is out I don't see them, and no codes for them.[:@]
 
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Old 12-18-2008, 07:33 AM
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Sounds like you might have a carbon problem in the EGR passages or also maybe the EGR solenid is defective...

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Old 12-18-2008, 11:33 AM
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You can try cleaning out the EGR ports first, theres a DIY in the DIY section.


 
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Old 12-18-2008, 11:35 AM
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.... it ran me 300$ to have honda fix it
 
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Old 12-20-2008, 07:07 AM
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Thanks, I went to DIY on cleaning ports but couldn't open thread. I e-mailed deserthonda to see what gives. Hope I get a response or I'll have to dive in blind.(not the fist time for me)[:@]
 
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Old 12-20-2008, 12:04 PM
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This link should get you on the right track;
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Old 12-20-2008, 08:10 PM
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Thanks hondadude, looks like I need to clear a day off my schedule. Or yank a light out of the dash
 
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