EGR System CEL code 335

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RANGER812572
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The problems started recently, and the Explorer seemed like it was bogging down a bit. It was acting like a bad EGR valve. At the time, I didn't have the money to fix it, so I left it, and suffered with the annoying CHECK ENGINE light on. I checked the codes the other day, and got Insufficient EGR Flow detected. I have replaced the DPFE, the EGR Valve, and the rubber hoses that connect to the DPFE. I have verified that all the hoses are in good condition and connected. Could the EGR vacuum solenoid be my problem?
Mar 22, 2012 at 2:30 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check if its getting vacuum
Mar 22, 2012 at 2:37 PM
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RANGER812572
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And if its not getting vacuum?
Mar 22, 2012 at 5:41 PM
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RASMATAZ
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It suppose to have vacuum if not check from the solenoid to the intake manifold
Mar 22, 2012 at 9:30 PM
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RANGER812572
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I have replaced the egr vacuum solenoid and reset the codes. It still comes up. I know its getting vaccum, because I pulled the vacuum plug off the egr and put my finger over it while holding the throttle at about 1500 rpm (a guess). I could feel it pulling. Any ideas?
Mar 23, 2012 at 6:57 PM
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RASMATAZ
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The computer controls the solenoid when to open and close-
Mar 24, 2012 at 1:53 AM
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RANGER812572
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I replaced under warranty the EGR, which didn't fix it, but the warrantied DPFE did.
Mar 25, 2012 at 8:20 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Lesson learned here with the DPFE sensor-Thanks
Mar 25, 2012 at 11:34 PM
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