1998 Buick Century Check engine light.

Tiny
MGPORSCH
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  • 1998 BUICK CENTURY
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 240,000 MILES
P0401 is the code and I have installed a new EGR valve & cleaned the ports. Same error came back up and I have re-installed a new EGR again. I now need to reset my light due to a $30 fee now wanted by the garadge that has set it 2 times before for free. I am a single dad with a 16 year old daughter and have no money 2 give. My inspection has expired in Dec. & Every penny I have has gone in this Buick. I have 2 court dates due to non-inspection & tag and could us what ever help I can to get my car legal. I travel 140 miles per-day and is the only job I have and the only car to drive. I will lose all if I cannot get this car inspected. What help is out there, please help me because I sure could us it. Thanks
Sunday, February 8th, 2009 AT 10:39 AM

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Tiny
JDL
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You might be able to reset by taking the battery cables loose and steeping on the brake. If the problem isn't fixed, I'm afraid the lite will come back on.
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Sunday, February 8th, 2009 AT 10:55 AM
Tiny
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Thanks, I have tried that And will try it again. Pump 3 times and hold is used on alot of other models.
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Sunday, February 8th, 2009 AT 2:00 PM

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