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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 45 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 3.1L ENGINE)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0404: EGR SYSTEMTEST DESCRIPTION
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Test Description

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2002 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedures.

  1. 2

    This step verifies that the malfunction is present.

  2. 3

    If DTC P0404 will only set during certain conditions, the malfunction may be intermittent. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC AIDS . If an intermittent wiring problem is not present, test for a faulty connection at PCM or EGR valve. If connections are okay, and if DTC P0404 continues to set, replace EGR valve.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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