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EGR Valve

Tiny
PLASKY
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  • 2003 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 160,000 MILES
My van is idling rough at times and will stall sometimes. It drives fine at regular speeds but if I step into it, it hesitates but at the same time the rpm's go up. It doesn't seem like it's having trouble shifting but I'm not sure so I can't rule our transmission. It the transmission is going I will most likely scrap it so I wanted to try a couple of other things first. I see that the EGR valve could cause the rough idle and I'm not sure about the hesitation. In any event I can't seem to find a replacement EGR valve on line for the 2003. I seem to be able to find every other year but 2003. Could it be the EGR valve and if so how do I find one?
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Thursday, June 6th, 2013 AT 5:56 PM

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Tiny
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Whether or not you have one could be determined if it si a California car or Federal emissions. My manual shows one for he 3.3 in 2003, but also says "If equipped" in notes.

Heres a guide for you to read that will help you figure it out

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-hesitates

See the picture below for the location of the EGR per Alldata
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Friday, June 7th, 2013 AT 7:02 AM
Tiny
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  • 2005 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 72,000 MILES
Can I DIY; replace the above sensor? 3.3L engine. My check engine light on. Took Auto Zone and they confirmed the EGR sensor po404 and po 406. They said I could replace myself. I am intermidiate level skilled.
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Monday, July 29th, 2019 AT 12:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_fe35821_2.jpg



Sure you can. Locate the unit as pictured, remove two bolts, electrical connector and an exhaust hose nut.
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Monday, July 29th, 2019 AT 12:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thanks so much for the quick feedback. This is a great resource that is very important to so many who need to save money or can't afford the more than worthy mechanics. I will support this web. You made my Christmas. Merry Christmas.
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Monday, July 29th, 2019 AT 12:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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You are most welcome. Do come back any time.

Happy holidays.
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