Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
EGR Control System Inspection
2006 Mazda 6 i, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION EGR Control System Inspection
- Verify that EGR valve operation (initial operation) sound is heard when the ignition switch is turned to ON position.
- If the operation sound is not heard, connect WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2 and verify that the DTC P0403 is shown. Perform DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE ).
- Start the engine and idle it.
- Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
- Select the following PIDs:
- ECT, RPM, SEGRP, APP1, APP2, TP_REL, VSS
- Let the vehicle idle and verify that the SEGRP value is 0.
- Put the vehicle in drive.
- Depress the accelerator pedal and verify that the SEGRP value is increased.
- If the EGR valve will increase, inspect the following:
- EGR valve (stuck open or close)
- Wiring harness and connectors (Main relay-EGR valve-PCM)
- If the SEGRP value does not increase, inspect the VSS, APP1, APP2, TP_REL and ECT PIDs. (See PCM INSPECTION ).
- If the EGR valve will increase, inspect the following:
- Stop the vehicle and verify that the SEGRP value returns to 0.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.