How do you change the EGR valve on my accord and how do you turn off the maintenance light?
May 12, 2006 at 10:16 AM
2000 Honda Accord EGR Code
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Hold in the trip switch on the instrument cluster. Turn the key on. Wait for the maint light to stop flashing and it is reset.
The EGR valve is a bear to change and should go to a dealer. Whay do you want to change it? Let me know.
The EGR valve is a bear to change and should go to a dealer. Whay do you want to change it? Let me know.
May 13, 2006 at 7:29 AM
Because the check engine light came on and I took it to autozone and the computer said it was the EGR valve. My friend is pretty good with his hands and he said he'd probably be able to replace it though he's never done it before. How much do they charge at a mechanic? I know dealership will probably be more expensive.
May 13, 2006 at 7:46 AM
The Zone scanners don't tell the whole story. There are several sensors that can set an EGR valve code. Take it to a mechanic with a scanner that can read the data stream. I would hate to see you go through all the labor and the light would still be on.
What ever you do do not buy an EGR valve from the Zone. They are made in China and not very good.
What ever you do do not buy an EGR valve from the Zone. They are made in China and not very good.
May 13, 2006 at 7:55 AM
Thanks I'm going to check on it. You've been great help.
May 13, 2006 at 9:25 AM
Suggested Repair
Do not replace the EGR valve based only on a parts-store code. Have a mechanic scan the data stream, since other sensors can set an EGR code. Avoid low-quality aftermarket EGR valves. To reset the maintenance light, hold the trip switch, turn the key on, and wait until the light stops flashing.
Conversation Summary
The owner of a 2000 Honda Accord EX V6 asked how to replace the EGR valve and reset the maintenance light after a parts store scan indicated the EGR valve. The expert explained the maintenance-light reset and warned that a basic scan does not confirm a failed EGR valve because several sensors can set that code. The expert recommended diagnosis with a data-stream scanner before replacement and advised against a cheap aftermarket EGR valve.